While it is necessary to drink an average of 1.5 liters of water per day, there are two solutions for providing water to your customers and employees: a water cooler with a water bottle or a water cooler connected to the mains water supply. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, so depending on your requirements, one of these two solutions will suit you better than the other. So, which one should you choose and why?
The water fountain: a space saver
Water bottles are giant plastic water bottles placed on a dispenser connected to an electrical outlet. The bottles hold approximately 19 liters of water, so they are very bulky and must be stored in large quantities. You will therefore need to find somewhere to store these large bottles, away from heat. This also requires knowing how to manage your supply frequency. On the other hand, the water dispenser is connected to the mains water supply. This means that it does not require a bottle! Using a water fountain is therefore a way to save a considerable amount ofstorage space, as you will no longer need to store bottles or even plastic cups. Water will come directly from the mains supply in unlimited quantities. Users can easily hydrate themselves using a personalized glass bottle or a reusable cup, thereby limiting or even eliminating the use of plastic cups and bottles.
It is therefore not surprising that this water distribution system is the most popular solution for restaurants and high-end hotels.
The water fountain: the most environmentally friendly solution
Today, it is estimated that 9.3 billion liters of bottled water in plastic bottles are consumed in France each year. This represents no less than 310,000 tons of plastic packaging that takes hundreds of years to degrade.
As a result, water bottles made of plastic are polluting. On the other hand, water coolers connected to the mains water supply do not require the use of bottles and do not consume plastic. This water distribution solution therefore limits the use of plastic bottles in the office. Furthermore, when you want to use a water bottle, it has to be transported to your premises and therefore has a greater environmental impact with a much higher carbon footprint than a water fountain. This fountain can be delivered with various reusable accessories to further enhance the ecological aspect of your drinking water access policy. These sustainable accessories will be useful for your employees and extremely beneficial for the environment. The CASTALIE collection CASTALIE customizable glass bottles, glasses, and water bottles, both insulated and non-insulated.
The latter therefore stands out as an eco-friendly solution with zero waste and zero transport.
An approach to adopt for your CSR strategy
If you are considering developing a CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategy or want to reinforce your commitment to sustainability, a water fountain is the solution for you. Combine your water cooler with glass bottles or water bottles to avoid using plastic cups (which number around 4 billion per year in France alone!), and you will have taken a step towards sustainable development and reduced your carbon footprint! An unbreakable glass water bottle is stylish, practical, durable, and environmentally friendly. Choose the color of your choice to stand out. To find out more about the price of each type of product available in stock, request and receive a quote with all the details regarding prices.
Therefore, choose a water cooler without disposable plastic cups, as these are mostly made of polypropylene and are therefore never recycled. Our range of water coolers also includes a high-performance filter to provide you with high-quality water. With no limit on tank capacity, a mains-connected water cooler gives you access to an endless supply of water.
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Water neutrality
The water fountain filtration system remove chlorine as well as rare particles and residues.
The water is then filtered and neutral. You can also choose the temperature of your water, as well as its state. Your employees and customers can therefore choose between sparkling or still water, cold, room temperature, or hot water, at will!
At CASTALIE, water temperatures vary:
- Between 2°C and 10°C forcool and cold water ❄️
- Between 50°F and 75°F fortemperate water, depending on the season 💧
- Between 75°C and 95°C forhot water ♨️
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Unlimited sparkling water
Our water machines, coupled with a CO2 cylinder, provide fresh sparkling water witha neutral taste. Our system uses a pump to ensure that the water is at a high enough pressure that, upon contact with the gas, fine bubbles (the size of which we can adjust) are created.
In order to obtain the best possiblesparkling water , our qualified technicians maintain a specific water/CO2 pressure ratio, bearing in mind that the water must be cool in order to be enriched with gas.
Conversely, not all water coolers that use water cylinders provide sparkling water; they rarely offer anything other than still water. If you are looking for a solution that provides both still and sparkling water, then a mains-connected water cooler is what you need. Your employees will enjoy serving themselves still or sparkling water using a glass bottle with a silicone cover.
And hot water for tea
In addition to sparkling water, water cooler dispensers do not producehot water. However, water dispensers connected to the mains water supply do offer hot water. The hot water from our dispensers is between 75°C and 95°C on average, which is the perfect temperature for tea. This means your employees can enjoyhot drinks. This is particularly important as the taste and aroma of tea are influenced by the taste of the water. Our filtered water has a neutral taste, so you can enjoy a successful tea or coffee break at the office.
A water fountain with a sophisticated design
In addition to being smaller than some water cooler dispensers, mains-connected water dispensers are generally more attractive, as are accessories such as glass bottles. Made of stainless steel, mains-connected water dispensers can be displayed in any room or workspace in yourcompany that has a drinking water supply: kitchenettes, offices, and meeting rooms! High-end establishments can display these water fountains, which fit in perfectly with the character of these establishments.
If you are convinced of the advantages of CASTALIE water coolers, please feel free to request a quote for details regarding the cost of installing this type of product in your business premises.
Rental vs. immediate purchase system for your water cooler
If you don't want to invest in your entire water fountain all at once, fountain rental systems are available. water cooler rental are common. It is important to note that the monthly charges for a rentedwater dispenser include installation,servicing, maintenance, and regular filter replacement. With a rental contract, the long-term costs will be lower than if you were to purchase the dispenser outright.
At CASTALIE, our techniciansinstall micro-filtered water coolersandhelp your teams learn how to use our machines. Installation takes an average of one hour or more, depending on the filter kits and CO2 cylinders. Our technicians also providemaintenanceandservicing by changing the filters in our water coolers every quarter. Our Customer Service team is available to answer any questions you may have and will not hesitate to send our technicians to your premises. Our rental offer will reduce your operating costs thanks to installation included in the contract.
In contrast, a water bottle fountain does not require any special installation as it only needs to be plugged into an electrical outlet. However, you will need to sign a maintenance contractfor your water cooler to avoid any inconvenience, or you will need to call on someone in-house. It is also important to remember to monitor your stock of plastic bottles and place orders regularly.
Conclusion: The simplicity of the water jug vs. the services associated with the water cooler
Installing a water cooler has the advantage of beingsimpler than a dispenser connected to the mains water supply, as all you need is an electrical outlet. A mains water dispenser requires a water supply.
However, the water cooler system always comes with services and therefore support throughout the customer relationship. The installation and maintenance of the water dispenser are taken care of. You won't have to worry about a thing! You also won't need to change the bottle regularly, saving you time. Our project managers will visit your premises to quickly assess all the options for installing a mains-connected water fountain.
