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LARGE RESIDENTIAL AND APARTMENT COMPLEXES

Safeguarding Daily Life Through Proven Water Hygiene Technologies

In residential buildings with shared plumbing systems, water safety is a critical yet often overlooked component of maintaining occupant comfort and wellbeing. High-rise apartments, student housing, and senior living communities commonly face challenges such as variable occupancy, low-use zones, and aging infrastructure, all of which can contribute to microbial risks including Legionella pneumophila, NTM, E. coli, and other opportunistic waterborne bacteria.

Our unique Anti-Legionella filters, available in both Point-of-Use and Point-of-Entry formats, provide discreet, high-efficiency bacterial reduction at all key water outlets. They support safe water use for residents of all ages, from young children to elderly individuals, while reinforcing the property’s reputation for hygiene, safety, and modern infrastructure.

​​With a 0.08 µm ultrafiltration pore size, our filters are:

  • Certified to NSF P376, ASSE 2011-2022, and ASTM F838-2015ae, achieving Log 8 (99.999999%) Legionella and fungi reduction.

  • CE marked, meeting EU Drinking Water Directive (2020/2184) and EN-16421 standards

Our applications are ideally suited and specifically configured to meet the hygiene and safety requirements of high-rise apartment buildings, residential towers, senior living communities, student housing complexes, assisted living facilities, gated residential developments, and other multi-tenant properties with centralized or shared water systems.

Apartment Complex

Supporting water safety and hygiene across Residential and Shared Occupancy Buildings

Apartments and Private Units
 

Ensures clean, safe water at taps and showers for daily personal use.

Senior Living and Assisted Care Facilities

Reduce exposure to waterborne bacteria for elderly residents in environments where heightened hygiene is essential.

Shared Toilets
 

Maintains water hygiene in communal areas, especially in student housing, co-living spaces, or social residences.

Maintenance and Utility Rooms

Prevents recontamination in plumbing systems frequently accessed for repairs, cleaning, or mechanical servicing.

Building Entrances and Lobbies (Point-of-Entry)

Serves as a primary barrier by filtering water before it reaches internal distribution systems.

Outdoor Faucets and Recreational Areas

Supports water safety in shared outdoor amenities such as gardens, patios, and play areas frequently used by residents.

Cost-Saving Advantages

  • Helps reduce emergency plumbing interventions and unplanned system flushing costs

  • Lowers liability exposure related to waterborne bacterial incidents

  • Supports long-term maintenance planning by limiting microbial impact on infrastructure

  • Enhances property value and tenant appeal by positioning water hygiene as a competitive feature

  • May contribute to lower insurance premiums by addressing recognized public health risks

Resident & Facility Benefits

  • Helps reduce exposure to Legionella, NTM, E. coli, and other waterborne bacteria

  • Supports water hygiene in environments with elderly, immunocompromised, and young residents

  • Enhances property reputation through a visible commitment to safety and hygiene standards

  • Aligns with local health guidelines and building code requirements

  • Contributes to long-term tenant satisfaction and improved retention

Water Safety Tools for Large Residential and Apartment Complexes

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PurGuard360 - Antibacterial Handheld Shower System (POU)

Showers are recognized as high-risk points in residential water systems due to their potential to generate aerosols that may carry Legionella and other waterborne bacteria. This is especially relevant in buildings with aging infrastructure or inconsistent water usage patterns.

The PurGuard360 Handheld Shower System provides reliable, point-of-use bacterial reduction for tenants in multi-unit residential buildings and large apartment complexes.

Handheld showers are frequently used for daily hygiene and are typically operated close to the face and respiratory zone. These fixtures play an important role in supporting hygiene for infants, elderly individuals, and those with underlying health conditions who may be more vulnerable to microbial exposure.

The PurGuard360 Handheld Shower System delivers superior, best-in-class protection against waterborne pathogens.

  • 0.08 µm ultrafiltration delivers certified Log 8 bacterial reduction, supporting water hygiene in high-risk environments.

  • PurGuard360 provides a 99.999999% reduction of Legionella and other waterborne pathogens at the point of use.

  • PurGuard360 provides a 99.99% reduction of fungi (mold) at the point of use.

  • Certified to ASTM F838-2015ae (Log 8 Legionella reduction)

  • Certified to NSF P376 and ASSE 2011-2022 (Legionella and Fungi reduction)

  • Using ABS with Biomaster prevents bacteria and viruses from growing or surviving on the product.

  • Purpose-built for multi-unit residences, senior living communities, and large-scale apartment complexes.

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Antibacterial Water Protection for Sprinkler Systems

Sprinkler systems are essential life-safety features in residential buildings, designed to protect occupants during fire emergencies. However, stagnant water, limited system activation, and temperature fluctuations can create conditions that support the growth of Legionella, NTM, and other opportunistic waterborne bacteria.

Without appropriate water treatment strategies, contaminated water may become aerosolized during routine testing, maintenance, or emergency activation, increasing exposure risks for residents, maintenance teams, and emergency responders.

Implementing advanced water safety technologies helps building owners and facility managers align with health and safety expectations, reduce operational risk, and maintain resident confidence, while ensuring that critical fire protection systems perform reliably when needed.

Delivers reliable, point-of-use protection where hygiene and guest safety are paramount.

  • 0.08 µm ultrafiltration delivers certified Log 8 bacterial reduction, supporting water hygiene in high-risk environments.

  • Reduces Legionella and other waterborne pathogens with 99.999999% efficiency.

  • Certified to ASTM F838-2015ae (Log 8 Legionella reduction)

  • Designed for apartment towers, gated communities, senior living residences, and high-density residential properties.

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Antibacterial Filtration Solutions for Ice Machines

Ice machines in large residential complexes, including shared kitchens, community lounges, and amenity spaces, can operate under conditions that support microbial growth. Moisture accumulation, organic residue, and inconsistent cleaning routines may contribute to biofilm formation within internal components such as water lines, drip trays, and reservoirs.

Although the ice is frozen, internal machine areas often remain warm enough during idle periods or between usage cycles to allow bacterial survival. These conditions can increase the risk of contamination by waterborne bacteria such as Legionella, NTM, and others.

This presents potential exposure risks for residents, particularly elderly individuals, young children, or those with underlying health conditions. As shared-use amenities, ice machines require proactive management to help reduce microbial risks and support overall water hygiene.

Implementing targeted filtration solutions is an effective step toward minimizing microbial colonization, enhancing system cleanliness, and ensuring the safe and reliable operation of communal appliances.

Our inline Pureflow and AquaGuard Pro, and TotalPure filtration systems deliver superior, best-in-class protection for ice machines:

  • Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53, our filters support the prevention of waterborne pathogens, including Legionella and NTM, and offer broad-spectrum bacterial risk reduction against a wide range of waterborne threats.

  • Compliant with NSF P376 and ASSE 2011 -2022 (Legionella and Fungi reduction)

  • The Inline Pureflow, AquaGuard Pro, and TotalPure reduce Legionella, NTM, and other waterborne pathogens with 99.999999% efficiency.

  • Enhance water quality, producing cleaner, safer ice for patient care and clinical use

  • Help inhibit biofilm development in internal components reaching temperatures up to 104°F / 40°C, conditions that are particularly conducive to microbial growth and biofilm formation.

  • Minimize scale buildup and corrosion, extending the lifespan of ice machines

  • Polyphosphate-free, supporting environmentally responsible strategies for minimizing waterborne pathogen exposure

  • Ideal for apartment complexes, senior living communities, rehabilitation residences, and other high-density residential environments.

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Antibacterial Filtration Solutions for Coffee and Beverage Equipment

In residential environments, water quality is essential not only for taste and resident satisfaction but also for ensuring the proper functioning and hygiene of shared beverage equipment.

Coffee and beverage machines are commonly found in resident lounges, shared kitchens, and amenity areas, serving tenants, guests, and building staff as part of daily routines and community services.

Contaminated or poor-quality water can affect beverage taste, cause equipment wear, and potentially increase exposure risks, particularly in buildings with vulnerable populations such as the elderly or those with chronic conditions. Maintaining consistently high-quality water is essential to support appliance reliability, resident confidence, and effective facility management.

Our inline Pureflow, AquaGuard Pro, and TotalPure filtration systems deliver superior, best-in-class protection for coffee and beverage machines:

  • Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53, our filters support the prevention of waterborne pathogens, including Legionella and NTM, and offer broad-spectrum bacterial risk reduction against a wide range of waterborne threats.

  • Compliant with NSF P376 and ASSE 2011-2022 (Legionella and fungi reduction).

  • The Inline Pureflow, AquaGuard Pro, and TotalPure reduce Legionella, NTM, E. coli, Salmonella, and other waterborne pathogens with 99.999999% efficiency.

  • Improve taste, aroma, and carbonation for coffee, tea, and fountain beverages in staff kitchens and patient areas

  • Remove chlorine, chloramine, sediment, and corrosion-causing contaminants

  • Prevent scale buildup, protect beverage equipment, and minimize maintenance

  • Supports regulatory compliance, operational consistency, and hygiene protocols across various critical applications.

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Antibacterial Water Protection for HVAC Systems

HVAC systems in large residential and apartment complexes are crucial for maintaining indoor air quality, resident comfort, and energy efficiency. However, the use of water in cooling towers, condensate systems, and humidifiers can introduce the risk of bacterial growth, particularly from Legionella and other waterborne bacteria.

Poor water quality within HVAC components may lead to microbial contamination, biofilm accumulation, corrosion, and reduced system performance. In densely populated buildings, these issues can affect resident well-being, disrupt building operations, and lead to non-compliance with residential health and safety standards.

Implementing advanced water safety strategies is essential to mitigate these risks.

High-performance filtration systems such as TotalPure provide high-efficiency bacterial reduction at key points within HVAC circuits, supporting resident safety, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting long-term system reliability.

The TotalPure (POE) System offers high-efficiency water filtration at designated entry points to safeguard HVAC systems in large residential buildings and high-density apartment complexes.

  • 0.08 µm ultrafiltration reduces Legionella, E. coli, Salmonella, and other waterborne microbial contaminants with 99.999999% reduction efficiency (Log 8).

  • TotalPure reduces Legionella and other waterborne pathogens with 99.999999% efficiency.

  • Advanced three-stage POE filtration removes particulates, chlorine, odors, and microbial contaminants from HVAC water circuits.

  • Minimizes the risk of Legionella outbreaks by reducing bacterial load within cooling, air handling, and distribution lines.

  • Built to handle continuous flow, high-volume demand, and marine-grade operating pressures within HVAC infrastructure.

  • Supports regulatory compliance, site-specific water safety plans, and risk mitigation strategies for critical HVAC operations in large residential buildings and high-density apartment complexes settings

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Antibacterial Water Protection for Lobbies and Common Spaces

In large residential buildings, certain common areas face an increased risk of exposure to waterborne bacteria due to frequent water usage and close proximity to residents and staff. Spaces such as lobbies, shared restrooms, fitness centers, and laundry rooms often involve regular use of sinks, showers, and other water fixtures that can contribute to microbial buildup if not properly managed.

These high-use zones require targeted water safety strategies to help address risks from Legionella, NTM, E. coli, Salmonella, and other opportunistic bacteria. To support resident well-being and meet building safety standards, installing Point-of-Entry (POE) filtration systems in these areas is an essential step.

The TotalPure POE System provides high-efficiency bacterial reduction at key water entry points, ensuring consistent water quality throughout the property.

By combining Point-of-Entry (POE) and Point-of-Use (POU) filtration, building managers establish a dual-layer water safety approach that enhances hygiene, reduces exposure to pathogens, and supports reliable water delivery throughout shared residential spaces.

​​The TotalPure Point of Entry (POE) System offers high-efficiency filtration at designated entry points to safeguard critical zones in residential buildings.

  • Designed for residential lobbies, shared restrooms, fitness centers, and other high-use common areas.

  • TotalPure reduces Legionella and other waterborne pathogens - 99.999999% efficiency.

  • Advanced three-stage POE filtration removes particulates, chlorine, odors, and waterborne pathogens

  • Minimizes the risk of Legionella outbreaks by reducing bacterial load within specific distribution lines

  • Built to handle continuous flow, localized high-volume demand, and high pressure

  • Supports regulatory compliance, localized water safety plans, and infection prevention measures within defined areas.

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