World Water Day 2019
We are proud to be supporting the UN's World Water Day and this year's theme Leaving No One Behind.
Latest News
Potakit+ Portable Water Quality Laboratory
The second in our series about Wagtech kits. Today we focus on the Potakit+ which enables users to ensure that water supplies are suitable for longer-term use. In addition, they are used in development situations and to increase local water-provision capacity.
Laboratory grade results in a field instrument
Palintest paired up with several research organisations to get external validation of the sensor products against laboratory methods such as titration and HPLC. Read the full article to find out more about the validation and why this is critical for the food and beverage industry.
Introducing the Pooltest 10 Bluetooth®
We are delighted to introduce the Pooltest 10. Making professional pool and spa management easy; the Pooltest 10 includes tests for the 10 most critical water testing parameters.
Potatest+ Emergency Water Testing
The first in our series of stories about our Wagtech kits. We begin with our Potatest+ kit which has been designed for use in emergency situations, such as natural disasters or developing refugee situations. The Potatest+ is used to assess available water sources and decide on their suitability for provision as drinking water.
Combining Forces: Palintest & Wagtech
In 2011 Palintest and Wagtech joined forces to help improve WASH for communities worldwide. Here we explain how the two companies came together and how we are fighting to improve water quality for communities worldwide.
The next generation measurement platform
Kemio is the next generation measurement platform. Expertly designed to simplify disinfection monitoring, Kemio gives clear direction for the user to ensure water safety. The latest multiparameter platform from Palintest, the Kemio tests for chlorine, chlorine dioxide, chlorite and peracetic acid (PAA) on one instrument. Reduce user errors and deliver quality results that you can trust.
Protecting bathers with regular pool testing
Regular pool testing helps ensure swimmer safety and helps maintain the integrity of the pool infrastructure. To find out more about how our technologies can support you, visit our team at Piscine Global. Hall 5, stand B29.
The importance of ammonia testing
Ammonia is naturally found in water, as it is produced through the decay of organic matter as well as by humans through the production of fertilisers, plastics, pharmaceuticals and petrochemicals.
Inspiring the next generation
Last week we were exhibiting at Bring it On at the Beacon of Light in Sunderland. The event is designed to showcase the best of science and engineering in the North East of England, encouraging students to undertake STEM subjects and careers. Find out more about the event and how the Palintest team got involved.
Promoting food safety at PMA Fresh Summit
PMA's Fresh Summit is a top event on the produce calendar, pulling together businesses around the world to create a healthier world. Alongside some of the world's top food producers. we will be showcasing the latest technology to help improve food safety. Visit booth 352 to find out more about our exciting news.
New and improved method for Total Coliforms and E. coli testing
Already recognised as the simplest Presence/Absence test available for Total Coliforms and E. coli, the Colitag™ range is now strengthened with a new Most Probable Number format for quantification of microbiological water quality.
We are presenting at Bevtech Europe
Bevtech Europe is the central meeting point for beverage professionals across Europe who would like to improve knowledge sharing and drive technological development. We are delighted that Palintest's Business Development Manager, Dr Mark Todman has been selected to present alongside a number of other high calibre beverage professionals.
Another successful year at SPLASH!
SPLASH! is the largest pool and spa trade show in the southern hemisphere, attracting over 2,400 visitors from more than 25 countries. A particularly good show for Palintest Australia as we focused our efforts on improving education around the requirement for regular water testing.
What we learnt from the WEDC conference
WEDC brings in professionals from across the world to learn more about WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) and develop ideas for moving the sector forward. Now in its 41st year, the theme for this year’s conference was: transformation towards resilient and sustainable WASH services. Another insightful conference, here is our review of some of our major takeaways from the conference this year.
Latest Research & Insights
A guide for DPD testing in pools and spas
Pool operators need to be confident that the sanitizer concentration is correctly dosed and controlled, for the health and comfort of bathers.
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Controlling chloramination in drinking water
Dr Palin developed the DPD method of measuring free and total chlorine in the 1950’s and described at the time how the colorimetric method can suffer from interference from monochloramine during free chlorine readings.
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Free and combined chlorine - understand the difference
Testing the water for both free and combined chlorine allows you to know whether the water you've chlorinated is of sufficient quality to drink or disinfect your process, depending upon your application.
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