What Are the Benefits of Investing in a Water Filtration System for My Coffee Machine?

Your Employees and Your Coffee Machines Deserve the Best!

Investing in a water filter system for your company is important for many different reasons. Not only does it provide the freshest drinking water for your employees, but it also provides water to one of the most important parts of any office that keeps business running smoothly, the office coffee machine. Here at Ohio Specialty Coffee Equipment, we believe that filtered water is the best thing you can invest in alongside your coffee machine. You invested in a great machine for your office, you should be getting the best product out of it. The water you choose to use in your machine will affect the taste, quality, and lifespan of your machine. Below are a few reasons why investing in water filters will benefit your coffee machine, which benefits you and your company in the long run.

Espresso Machine Filters Are a Good Investment! 

What Is Wrong with Unfiltered Water?

Unfiltered water not only tastes different, but over time it can cause damage to any machine. It can contain chlorine, sediments, and other minerals that can not only negatively impact the flavor of espresso, but it can also build up over time in your machine. These build ups can reduce the lifespan of your coffee machine or cause malfunctions which results in avoidable repairs that will cost you money. 

Now that we know all water isn’t treated equally, what filtration systems are available to you? There are two water systems that are available. There are water filters that water passes through a physical barrier and reverse osmosis is a more advanced filtration. 

What Is the Difference Between Filter Systems?

Filtration systems use barriers to remove contaminants. These contaminants may include dirt and sediment particles. Some systems may use carbon to remove these particles, but there are a few different options to choose from. Water filters are not created equally, but it is better than not having any filters at all. Normal water filter systems will not remove as many contaminants and particles and leave you will the cleanest possible water like a reverse osmosis filtration system would.

What Is a Reverse Osmosis Water System?

Reverse Osmosis is a purification process for water. When water is turned on and flows through the system, pressure helps it travel through different tubes and a membrane that separates water molecules from other substances. You are left with fresh, pure water after it flows through the membrane that is ready to drink and use in your coffee machine. 

Purification Is Important for Your and Your Machine's Health!

1. Better Tasting Coffee!

One of the biggest benefits of filtration systems for your company's coffee machine is the taste and quality of the coffee. Using filtered water allows the flavor of your coffee to not be masked by impurities such as minerals and chlorine which can be found in unfiltered water. Employees tend to mask poor-tasting coffee with heavier amounts of creamers and syrups which can also be very expensive. Better-tasting coffee reduces the need for heavy amounts of creamers and syrups and allows employees to enjoy their good-tasting coffee while saving the company money. Everyone is happy! Increasing the quality of water allows anyone to brew the perfect cup of espresso. Coffee makers are not created equally, and neither is a water filtration system! Ohio Specialty Coffee Equipment can help you find which filter is right for your machine. You will be able to taste the difference with every brew. When the coffee in your office is good, your employees are also less likely to leave the office and grab a coffee from a coffee shop. This will save them money, and time, and their attention will always be on their work.

Better-tasting coffee equals happy and motivated employees!

2. Longer Lifespan for Your Coffee Machine

Scaling and corrosion are two of the biggest issues we see when we repair commercial coffee machines. Both can be avoided by using a water filtration system. We have seen that machines using filtered water have fewer issues with scaling and corrosion. The businesses that have made the investment in water filters have saved money on maintenance and replacement costs. Unfiltered water can also be very hard. The hardness of water means there is a high count of minerals such as calcium and magnesium. These will form stains, clogged pipes, and corrosion in appliances.  A breakdown in your coffee machine can be very frustrating. Disruptions in the usual workflow of an employee’s routine can affect their whole day. Having regular access to a coffee machine without any interruptions from waiting for repairs can ensure your employees have increased productivity and efficiency. 

Make Your Coffee Machine Last Longer!

3. Employee Health Benefits

Consuming unfiltered water can be very harmful to your health. Did you know that chlorine is found in most tap water in the United States? Chlorine doesn’t belong in our drinking water. Spring water can also contain bacteria and has a history of being poorly regulated. One way to eliminate the risks of the health issues that can arise with consuming these contaminants is by using water filtrating systems. Good water will ensure your coffee is safe and clean. You aren’t just investing in water. You are also investing in your employee's health. It is also not clear to know what pH levels your unfiltered water can have. If it is too low, it can be too acidic which is not healthy and can negatively affect the taste of espresso. Filtered water is between 6.5-7. Dangerous toxins and contaminates are removed through different processes such as distillation, reverse osmosis, UV purification, and charcoal purification. Our employees at Ohio Specialty Coffee Equipment will be able to steer you in the right direction when picking out which purification process is right for your coffee machine. Let us tell you what the best options are for your office and employees.

4. It’s Cost Efficient!

As stated above, using good water can help avoid build-ups, scaling, and corrosion in your coffee machine. These issues can result in repairs and replacements which can be very costly.  You can save a lot of money by using filtered water. Fewer build-ups in your machine mean fewer repairs and replacement costs. While there is an initial investment upfront, in the long run, you will save a lot of money through fewer repairs and replacements. The lifespan of your machine will be prolonged which allows you to focus your finances on other parts of your business.   

Unfiltered H2O Can End Up Costing You A Lot of Money!

5. Overall Employee Satisfaction

Investing in filters will show employees that you care about investing in their health and safety. Creating your own office espresso and coffee station can be a benefit that you offer to employees. This will make them excited to get to work and brew their own cup of coffee instead of finding their own comfort at a coffee shop outside of work. Giving them a quality cup of coffee can do more than you think. It shows that you care about their satisfaction, and you are willing to provide them with this investment for their enjoyment. This will create a more positive work environment. Your employees with thank you and remember that you are consistently putting their needs first.

Promoting Overall Health in Your Employees Can Increase Morale!

6. Show Off When You Have Visitors!

Having great coffee means you can confidently offer a cup when you have guests, clients, and other visitors at your office. Offering high-quality coffee can impress any individual and can show them how you have high standards in all aspects of your business. This small gesture can show someone the level of attention you have for all the small things, as well as thinking about your employees and their satisfaction. These positive thoughts and feelings can have a great effect if people decide to conduct business with your company. It shows that you care, you are intentional, and that you are committed to providing services both internally and externally. It may seem small, but a great coffee can make a huge difference. 

Impress Anyone Who Comes to Visit Your Office!

Contact Us Today to Learn More!

Enhance your work environment, the overall health of your employees, and your coffee machine with the investment of a water filter system. Ohio Specialty Coffee Equipment can help guide you to the right water filter system for your coffee machine. Let us show you how the quality of your water can enhance your workday and the productivity of your office. Give us a call today and we will be with you every step of the way to making your office your employee's favorite place to get a coffee.