Advantages of custom-built centralised laboratory water purification systems
Water is one of the most important resources in any lab setting – for research, testing, and machine maintenance, cleaning small instruments, setting samples, or conducting experiments. Pure water plays a huge role in the lab. The use of lab-grade water is critical not only for consistency and accuracy in results, but also for equipment stability and contamination elimination.
However, not all laboratories require the same level of water supply. Each application requires a different level of purity, flow rate, and water quality. For example, molecular biology laboratories might require ultrapure water, while analytical chemistry laboratories might need water with extremely specific ions. A bespoke water purification system can prove to be of great assistance in this situation. These systems are ideal for laboratories where precise, high-quality water is essential for performance, safety, and reliability.
A system that is tailored to match the needs of a particular lab is a good solution for scientists and lab managers as it gives them the tools they need to function effectively. Creating custom water purification systems for your labs ensure that when it comes to purity, flow rate, and scalability, labs are prepared for today’s as well as tomorrow’s needs. Additionally, custom solutions can also be easily integrated into the lab’s existing system in order to take up as little space as possible and to require the least amount of expenditure.
In this post, we’ll discuss the advantages of custom-built centralised laboratory water purification systems for your laboratory.
- Tailored to your water purity requirements
For laboratory use, different purity levels of water are required, ranging from general-use lab water (Type III) to ultrapure water (Type I). A customised water purification system ensures that each application receives the right level of purity without over- or under-purifying. With technologies such as reverse osmosis, ultraviolet sterilisation, and deionisation, these systems provide optimum performance in a multitude of lab settings by purifying water from the lab’s source. - Scalable and future ready
As centralised water purification systems are built modularly, laboratories can add or remove capacity to meet the demands of their labs without replacing entire systems. As part of the customisation process, additional purification mechanisms (higher UV sterilisation, enhanced reverse osmosis or advanced filtration) may be added on as needed, so that the system stays up to date with the latest lab and regulatory requirements for the purity of water. This customised and centralised platform provides labs with a scalable, low-cost solution that will meet their current and future research needs in a cost-effective manner.
 - Optimised efficiency
Centralised water purification systems deliver clean water to multiple workstations in real time. With these systems, labs can work on more important activities without worrying about water supply interruptions. By centralising purification, labs could eliminate multiple separate units, saving valuable space and preventing mess.
 - Long term cost savings
A customised water purification system meets the laboratory’s specific needs without over-purifying and at a lower operating and power cost. One centralised purification system requires fewer consumables than several decentralised systems, so maintenance can be simplified, allowing labs to focus on other projects. As a result, built-to-order systems can also be configured to use less energy, saving money and reducing the lab’s carbon footprint. - Enhanced monitoring and control
High-end monitoring features come standard on custom water filtration systems, allowing you to monitor the water quality, flow rate, and overall performance at all times. These devices can be integrated with lab management software to send you notifications when maintenance or filter changes are due. By performing preventive maintenance, lab staff can detect problems before they cause breakdowns, reducing downtime and maintaining continuous high-quality water supply.
 - Eco-friendly and sustainable
By recycling and reusing purified water, custom water purification systems reduce waste and contribute to sustainability. They can also be tuned to produce less energy, so they run more effectively and produce less carbon dioxide. With their combination of waste minimisation and energy conservation, custom systems are not only environmentally friendly, but also practical in today’s labs.Â
Custom-built centralised water filtration systems work by providing an efficient, concentrated and consistent supply of water that fits a laboratory’s needs. They streamline processes, improve safety, reduce expenses, and offer scalability for evolving research needs, which is why they’re the perfect partner for laboratories that require high-quality water and efficient performance.
Purite’s tailored water purification systems are backed by full project support and nationwide installation
In addition to our standard laboratory water purification systems, we also provide custom water purification systems for customers who have multiple take-off points or if they have more than one laboratory on one property.
From design to engineering to installation to commissioning, we take care of all aspects of the project for you.
We work in collaboration with you to design the best solution that meets the needs of your laboratory, while being scalable to meet future requirements as they arise. All of this is backed up by the support of a nationwide network of maintenance and customer service specialists. Contact us to find out how we can help you build a water purification system for your lab.
