Water Quality Testing Blog

Is the water safe in public schools? The water crisis in Michigan has drawn national attention to water quality and safety. Many public school districts still question their water purity. Experts say that schools nationwide have issues with lead contamination. According to The New York Times, federal regulations on water safety apply on narrow issues. Regulations apply only to supp … READ MORE

From yesterday’s Chicago Tribune.Current sampling methods may not be detecting all the lead in Chicago tap water.“In a new round of water testing by the Environmental Protection Agency, half of the 29 Chicago homes visited yielded at least one sample containing more than 15 parts per billion of lead, a level that can trigger regulatory action if detected during routine screening.” The article cor … READ MORE

May’s Water Technology Magazine features an interview with our president Ivars on lead and how to educate customers.