STANDARDIZED TEST PROTOCOL DEVELOPMENT
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A co-funded research undertaking at Virginia Tech resulted in the development of a standardized scaling test protocol for the evaluation of scale reduction devices and technologies. The study developed a protocol that can be repeated in any laboratory to evaluate the performance of scale reduction technologies/devices.
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Our Standardized Scaling Test Protocol study, co-funded with Virginia Tech, developed a repeatable laboratory protocol to evaluate the performance of scale‑reduction devices and technologies used in residential and commercial water treatment. The protocol standardizes testing for hardness, calcium carbonate scaling, and anti‑scale performance across water softeners and alternative scale‑control systems, supporting certification, product benchmarking, and quality assurance. This research benefits manufacturers, laboratories, and regulators seeking reliable, comparable data on scale prevention and water heater, plumbing, and appliance protection.
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If you are not a WQA member, please contact [email protected] to inquire about access to the full report(s) of interest.