Jointhepipe.org is a non-profit organisation which aims to ensure fair distribution of drinking water worldwide, as well as to discourage the usage of bottled water.

At Aquatech, a trade show for water technology in Amsterdam, Jointhepipe.org and Vitens signed a Memorandum of Intent  to prioritise the provision of safe water worldwide. Having already worked together several times, the two organisations plan to continue their hard work in encouraging the people to drink tap water by installing public water taps.

Jointhepipe.org has produced a public tap water station, which Vitens is responsible for installing. Thus far, six of the eight public tap water stations produced have been installed by Vitens in Urtrecht, Netherlands. Along with Urgenda, an independent organisation in the Netherlands which promotes sustainable living, a national campaign was launched – “I jump over – to tap water”.

Jointhepipe.org has requested that the tap water stations be installed nationwide, in many public areas such as parks, museums, and public transport stops, and Vitens provides the installation free of charge.

With the tap water stations come durable BPA-free water bottles, shaped like parts of water pipelines, which are intended to make the tap water stations easier to use on-the-go.

From the proceeds of Jointhepipe.org products, funding is put towards maintaining water and sanitation projects such as water wells and water pumps in developing countries across Africa and Asia. Jointhepipe.org keeps the progress of these projects updated on the website for donors to follow.

Vitens is the largest water company in the Netherlands, providing top quality drinking water to 5.4 million people, delivering 350 million cubic metres of water annually.

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The direct chill technology reduces running costs and increases efficiency as they only chill the water used and contain no storage tank.This also means there is no bacteria build up within ,keeping the water pure.

Our slimline drinking fountain is available in black or stainless finish and chills 18ltr of water per hour. The junior model stands at 610mm with the full size model 990mm. More features of these models are;

• Rugged steel construction
• Stainless steel sink top
• Coil on coil refrigerated cooling system
• Environmentally friendly CFC Free Refrigerant R134a
• Internal filtration fitting possible
• 12 month warranty
• Optional lever-activated cup filler
• Optional push-button cup filler (suggested)
• Optional pumped waste system
• Optional wall mounting bracket for extra sturdiness
• Optional vandal resistant security screws
• Optional Counter Top Basin/Wall Mounted Basin
• Optional Cup Filler/Push Back Glass Filler//Bubbler

Please contact us for pricing information on 08455004455 or email contact@drinkingwaterfountains.co.uk

You can call or email us with the model number and we can help you identify the part you need or you can email us a photograph and we work from that.

Our staff are extremely knowledgeable in the drinking water fountain business and have good relationships with manufacturers worldwide making sourcing the required parts.We also offer a range of generic taps and dispensing modules which can be adapted to fit many different fountain models.

Please contact us on 08455004455 if you would like us to help you locate the part/parts you need. Alternatively you can email contact@drinkingwaterfountains.co.uk and a member of staff will get straight back to you

Drinking water fountains is now a distributor for the Tomlinson products. These products include the Pro-flo range of Bubbler valves and cartridges in addition to a huge range of glass\bottle filling taps. Bubbler valves generally contain a cartridge that periodically fail causing the button to leak. Many people think that all bubbler cartridges are the same. This is not the case. Tomlinson pro-flo cartridges allow trajectory over a wide range of pressures and fit all brands of fountain. The pressure rating on these cartridges is 120 PSI/8BAR.

The Tomlinson range of value-line range of taps are available in 5 styles and 3 finishes offering many options to coordinate any Decor. East Tap has 36 inches of pre installed 1/4″ tubing and a 3″ inlet shank with 7/16″-24 threads.The Lead free Swan neck spout swivels a full 360 degrees. Polished chrome is standard on these fillers but Satin Nickel and Antique bronze are also available. Please contact us for details on the full range of Quality Tomlinson Products.

From basic wall mounted models through to the mighty Halsey Taylor Bottle filling stations. Our team will look after your project from the planning stage through to completion.

A member of our knowledgeable staff is always just a call or email away. We have vast experience in the industry and have worked with most of the leading fountain manufacturers and their products.

If you would like to talk to us about any products you are working on or planning please give us a call on 08455004455 or email contact@drinkingwaterfountains.co.uk

Here at drinking water fountains we have another solution in the form of the HD1 Bottle-filler. This is a solid swan neck that operates via a push button that can be retrofitted onto most fountains.When fitted this filler cannot be snapped off and providing installed correctly cannot be unscrewed without spanners.The push button is mounted on the side, front or top of your fountain (dependant on model). We provide a full HD1 installation service( including retro fitting to existing fountains) within the M25 so please contact us on 08455004455 to discuss your requirements

The design is certainly unlike any drinking fountain we have ever seen, and it makes use of the “natural laws of physics to function”, according to design team Richard Harvey and Keivor Stainer. “Once it has seen you, the gently bowing motion is created simply by moving water up and down the stem.” This gives the user a unique and interactive experience of having their water poured out of a jug attached to the fountain, straight into their glass, by the strangely life-like fountain. Poietic Studio say the installation aims to open up new discussions about the way in which water is distributed in public spaces.

Have a look at the video below to see the Tropism Well in action:

Judging from this sculptural installation we can be exited about some of the interesting possibilities for the future of the drinking fountain in public spaces.

Poietic Studio aims to use their expertise in art, design and engineering to create unique and tangible experiences. Read more on the Tropism Well on their website.

You will need the following ; Liquid De-scaler , Paper Towels and a Grout Brush.

1) Spray the descaler directly onto the drinking fountain. Descalers remove rust, calcium and lime deposits from Stainless Steel without damaging the surface. Leave the descaler on for the amount of time indicated in the manufacturer’s instructions. Use damp paper towels to wipe away the descaler.

2) Spray a disinfectant cleaner onto the entire drinking fountain. Make sure to spray directly into the Bubbler and surrounding areas. Allow the disinfectant to sit for a minimum of 10 minutes.

3) Spray a grout brush with disinfectant. Use the brush to thoroughly scrub the inside of the Bubbler. After scrubbing, run water through the Bubbler to clear out the disinfectant.

4) Spray another coat of disinfectant onto the grout brush. Use the brush to scrub the grate covering the drain. Make sure to also scrub around the edge of the grate since mold and mildew can accumulate in this area.