WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING A WATER IONIZER

 

 As alkaline water becomes a household name because of its inherent health properties we see many vendors jumping on the band wagons to introduce various makes and brands of water ionizers in to the market. As a consumer it is important to identify key buying criteria and arrive at an informed purchase decision.

 

KEY CRITERIA 

1.  Water Cell / Electrodes

The most important and expensive component of the water ionizer filter system is the water cell which consists of the electrode plates. The "Gold Standard" for the material used for the electrode plates is pure titanium coated with platinum and it should have a minimum of 5 plates.  As titanium/platinum are expensive some manufacturers use alloy (such as iridium) oramalgam (silver with other metals) rather than pure titanium and platinum. 

Titanium and Platinum VS Iridium

Titanium is one of the hardest and most inert metal, hence it’s durable and does not rust nor react with water and is the reason why titanium is used for making artificial body parts, and hence is very safe. Platinum is a good conductor and is the most effective and stable element for water ionization.  Alloys or other materials may results in leaching or radiation into the drinking water.

Coated VS Baked

Some manufacturers (see pic of electrodes from A-Brand) claim baking is better than coating, however there is absolutely no scientific evidence to confirm such claims.  Most Taiwan or China -made water ionizers use baked electrodes with iridium instead. Iridium which is an alloy is much cheaper than pure titanium and platinum.  However the health risk associated with the use of iridium, as mentioned, is leaching and radioactivity. The use of iridium is not allowed in Japan and Korea. The biggest manufacturer of water ionizer in the world, Jupiter and Toyo, use pure titanium coated with platinum electrodes together with a patented matted mesh surface.  This specially designed proprietary matted mesh surface enhances the efficiency of ionization and resistance to mineral deposits build-up.  These are the reason why the electrodes used in Jupiter /Toyo Mavello water ionizers are more durable, get better ionization results and have higher safety standard( see health certifications below)

Nano Technology and Plate Size

A-Brand even claims that their electrodes use nano technology to increase surface area. This probably due to the fact that A-Brand only has 3 electrode plates instead of the gold standard of 5 full-size electrode plates used in Jupiter and Toyo Mavello. Try to get an explaination on what and how nano-technology works and you may conclude that it is just jargon which do not meet the gold standard set by the leading brand.

Health Certification

Adhering to above safety standard for manufacturing process (ISO 9001 certifications) and material use (pure titanium coated platinum) Toyo and Jupiter water ionizers are approved and certified as medical device by the Ministry of Health & Welfare, Japan (Cert No 1285), Japan Factory Medical Approval (59B) No 897 and Ministry of Health & Welfare, S. Korea (Cert No 39381), Korea Factory Medical Approval (No. 610) respectively.  Regionally Jupiter and Mavello are tested by health authorities in Singapore to be safe - SISIR Mineral Test Report No 0-21242-S23-GAP, SGH Bacteria Test Report No. W5840 and SGH Chlorine Test Report No. W6303.

Leading Brand in Malaysia and Worldwide

Jupiter and Toyo Mavello is the world’s leading brand on water ionizer with over 26 years track record and the product sold in 35 countries.  In Malaysia the product has been sold for more than 15 years and there is no other brand of water ionizer that has this track record.  Indeed we stake our claim as the No. 1 brand in Malaysia. And it is comical that certain brand makes similar claim. Alkalife Sdn Bhd is the authorized distributor of Jupiter and Toyo Mavello.  We can assure you of the best price, genuine product and best service and support if you purchase Jupiter and Toyo Mavello from us. 

 

 

2.  Self Cleaning Mechanism

 Jupiter/ Toyo water ionizer uses MICOM digital technology that automatically clean the electrodes plates in the water cells whenever there is a mineral deposits build-up on the plates.  Together with its patented mesh matting design which is resistance to mineral build-up will help to extend the life of the electrodes and hence the life of the water ionizer. 

 

 

 

 

3.  Internal Filter

Many vendors assemble the internal filters locally. The internal filters sold at Alkalife are imported directly from our factory in Japan and Korea. Jupiter and Toyo water ionizers use the high-end biostone FIR (far infrared) filter with the following features:-

1. Ultra Fine 0.01 micron space fiber filtration  - Filters out sediment and particulates through a 0.01 micron membrane which is as fine as that of the dialysis membrane giving you bacteria, chlorine and acid-free water. Micro organisms are oxidized by the acidic water with no need of multiple filters or boiling. Saves time and money
2. Silverised activated carbon - remove chlorine, odour, heavy metals, rust, organic wastes and kills bacteria
3. Coral Calcium – It slightly increases the alkaline mineral content in the water. It improves water tastes and odor. You get coral calcium on tap!
4. Toumaline – Emits Far Infra Red (FIR). FIR produces well documented health benefits and it also has an amazing effect on water. The biostone contains the semi-precious gemstone tourmaline in ceramic form, so you get FIR on tap. Toumaline also increases the anti-oxidant property of the water.

Both Coral Calcium and Toumaline are expensive and the cheaper makes water ionizer do not come with these two natural mineral stones.

Note : The Jupiter/Toyo water ionizer do not require UV filter because the alkaline pH water kills all types of bacteria (Germs and viruses are single-cell microorganisms which are extremely sensitve to pH change) 

 

4.  Why Jupiter / Toyo ?

Jupiter (and its joint venture partner Toyo) is the world’s largest manufacturer of water ionizer.  The company has been manufacturing water ionizer for 26 years and their product is sold in 35 countries. Jupiter sets the “Gold Standard” for manufacturing quality and has numerous international certifications ( ISO9001, UL, JIS,CE) with over 20 registered patents.  Jupiter & Toyo water ionizers are also certified by their respective countries’ ministry of health and welfare (see above under Health Certifications).  If you own a Jupiter and Toyo water ionizer you are guaranteed of consistent quality, safety and parts and support.

Jupiter has the lowest return rate in the industry.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.  Choose the Best Water Ionizer in the Market

We have to choose the best water ionizer in the market that can produce quality alkaline water and quality acidic water.Additionally,this water ionizer must be reliable and endurable.Therefore we have to choose the best water ionizer manufacturer that are equipped with the most advanced technology and are capable to produce water ionizer of the best quality.

Jupiter Science water ionizers were the first CE approved water ionizers in the market and have a state of the art production plant that is ISO9001 certified and are capable of manufacturing more than 100,000 units each month. They continue to lead the market with the lowest return/repair rate and their Research Department is always far ahead of other competitors in the field. 

All the ionizing chambers (the heart of the ionizer) are manufactured in Jupiter's Japan factory. To ensure the best quality of water ionizer in the market, Jupiter Science employs about 20 Engineers with Doctorates degree in their Japanese research department to do research and development. 

 

Jupiter Science Advanced Technology 

Jupiter Science has strict quality control over their water ionizers:

• Jupiter only uses Platinum (at over $1200 a ounce for their ionizing plates) as electrodes for electrolysis in their water ionizers (some other water ionizer manufacturers use cheap mixes).
• Using patented electronic mesh technology, Jupiter has managed to keep the plate size small while increasing the pH and ORP. The latest plates are much smaller and more powerful than the old plate technology used 10 years ago,without having to use more electricity.

Jupiter Science International Certificates

• UL(U.S. safety certificate)
• CE (European safety certificate)
• JIS (Japanese safety certificate)
• FDA health device safety certificate
• ISO 9001, ISO 14001 certificates
• Industries first Good Manufacturing Practice certificate
• Industrial Medal of Merit (from Japanese Emperor)
• Approval for medical equipment manufacturing - Ministry of Health and Welfare

Jupiter Science Awards

• Industrial Medal of Merit (Japanese Emperor)
• Chosen by Hankook Ilbo (Korean Newspaper) the best product award
• Chosen by Sports Seoul as the best product award
• Chosen by GOOD DAY the Best Product Award
• Chosen by Hankook Ilbo (Korean Newspaper) Customer Satisfaction and Top Quality Award
• Most Promising Medium Sized Business Award (Corporation for the Promotion of Medium Sized Business)
• Kyunggi Medium Sized Business Award (Kyunggi Area Medium Sized Business Corporation)
• Most Promising Medium Sized Export Business Award (Corporation for the Promotion of Medium Sized Business)
• New Specialized Technology Venture Business Award (Kyunggi Area Medium Sized Business Corporation)
• First Industry Water Ionizer Manufacturing 1 Million Dollar Export Tower Award
• Secretary of Health Award
• Chinese health permit
• Best Health Device Good Manufacturing Practice (KGMP) Certificate
• Korean President Commendation
• Venture Business Award ( New Technology Business)
• Family Industry Business Assignment (Corporation for the Promotion of Medium Sized Business)
• Business Foundation Environmental Technical Research Office Permission (Korean Business Promotion Society)

Jupiter Science Patents

• Conversion valve for water ionizer 2002. 2. 5 Application Number 0006454
• Electrolytic cell with water ionizer
• Conversion device 2001. 8. 29 Registration Number 0308448
• Circulative electrolytic solution producer with propeller 2002 11. 29 Application Number 0035692
• Ionized cool and hot water producer 2002. 11. 29 Application Number 0035693
• Electrolytic cell that produces
• Sterilized water 2002. 11. 29 Application Number 0035694
• Portable water ionizer 2000. 9. 28 Registration Number 0206115
• Conversion valve for water ionizer 2000. 3. 5 Application Number 0171338
• Conversion valve for water ionizer 1999. 12. 3 Application Number 0171338
• Conversion valve connection mouth for water cooler / heater 1997. 11. 26 Registration Number 0114306
• Water dispenser after ionizing 1991. 8. 6 Registration Number 0060332
• Water ionizer mounting (water supply handling) 2002. 11. 29 Application Number 0034169
• Ionized water mounting
• (Filter mounting) 2002. 11. 29 Application Number 0034177
• Conversion valve for water ionizer 2000. 5. 18 Registration Number 0022154
• Body of electrolytic cell for water ionizer 1995. 5. 23 Registration Number 001296
• Water supply distribution panel for water ionizer 1995. 5. 23 Registration Number 001295
• Body of water cooler / heater 1992. 10. 23 Registration Number 017160