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416 The SteriPen Revisited: Scaling UP! Your UV Digestion Knowledge

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"Always test your tools before field use. Side-by-side comparisons ensure repeatability and accuracy."

In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace Blackmore delivers an in-depth update on the SteriPen, a widely used tool for water treatment professionals. After overwhelming demand from listeners, we revisit the SteriPen, its capabilities, and its impact on testing organic phosphates and azoles. If you're looking for efficiency, precision, and portability in water testing, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

The Evolution of the SteriPen Learn how the SteriPen became a game-changer in the industrial water treatment industry. Originally designed for hikers, it's now widely adopted for phosphate digestion and azole testing.

SteriPen Classic 3 vs. SteriPen Ultra: Which One Is Right for You? Trace compares the Classic 3 and Ultra models, discussing their battery life, efficiency, usability, and cost-effectiveness. Get clarity on which device suits your testing needs best.

Testing Efficiency: Reducing Time While Maintaining Accuracy Find out how the SteriPen reduces testing time by half while maintaining accuracy, making it a must-have tool for water professionals.

Best Practices for SteriPen Use From choosing the right vials and batteries to ensuring consistent testing results, this segment walks you through practical applications and expert recommendations.

The Future of Water Testing How innovations like the SteriPen and other portable UV tools are reshaping the way industrial water treatment professionals conduct daily testing.

With water testing advancements, efficiency is key. Whether you're new to SteriPen or looking to upgrade, this episode provides valuable insights to optimize your water testing process.

Water professionals deserve better tools. Upgrade your phosphate and azole testing with the right SteriPen for maximum efficiency and accuracy.

Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!

Timestamps

02:28 – Trace Blackmore shares a recap of Episode 414

06:47 – Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals

16:15 – Water You Know with James McDonald

20:45 – Deep dive into SteriPen device: it's history and application

33:29 – Comparison between SteriPen Classic 3 and SteriPen Ultra

36:00 – Testing Procedures for organic and phosphate and azole tests

38:02 – Charging and battery life for both SteriPen models

Connect with Scaling UP! H2O

Submit a show idea: Submit a Show Idea LinkedIn: in/traceblackmore/

YouTube: @ScalingUpH2O Click HERE to download Episode's Discussion Guide

Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned Ep 046 The One About Phosphate Testing

Ep 414 Pinks and Blues: Trace's Phosphate Redux

Ep 415 Green Building Updates: What You Need to Know

AA Battery Cases

Augmenting your testing procedures for Phosphonate and Azole testing

AWT (Association of Water Technologies)

Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA Batteries

Eowpower 30pcs 50ml Plastic Vial Storage Container

Hach UV Lamp Kit, 115V

Hach Benzotriazole/Tolyltriazole

Hach Orthophospate PhosVer 3

Hach Phosphonate Lithium re-chargeable batteries Re-chargeable Lithium Batteries with charger Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses

Steri Pen Classic 3 SteriPen Ultra

SteriPen Ultra – Katadyn Fact Sheet Submit a Show Idea The unboxing of everything you need to use the SteriPen in your Phosphonate and Azole testing

Taylor Technologies Test Procedures: Phosphonate Taylor Technologies Test Procedures: Azole World Vision Global 6k for Water

Water You Know with James McDonald Question: Does silica solubility typically decrease or increase with rising temperature?

2025 Events for Water Professionals

Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.

  continue reading

469 episodes

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Content provided by R. Trace Blackmore, CWT, LEED AP: Water Treatment Enthusiast, Trainer and Consultant. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by R. Trace Blackmore, CWT, LEED AP: Water Treatment Enthusiast, Trainer and Consultant or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

"Always test your tools before field use. Side-by-side comparisons ensure repeatability and accuracy."

In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace Blackmore delivers an in-depth update on the SteriPen, a widely used tool for water treatment professionals. After overwhelming demand from listeners, we revisit the SteriPen, its capabilities, and its impact on testing organic phosphates and azoles. If you're looking for efficiency, precision, and portability in water testing, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

The Evolution of the SteriPen Learn how the SteriPen became a game-changer in the industrial water treatment industry. Originally designed for hikers, it's now widely adopted for phosphate digestion and azole testing.

SteriPen Classic 3 vs. SteriPen Ultra: Which One Is Right for You? Trace compares the Classic 3 and Ultra models, discussing their battery life, efficiency, usability, and cost-effectiveness. Get clarity on which device suits your testing needs best.

Testing Efficiency: Reducing Time While Maintaining Accuracy Find out how the SteriPen reduces testing time by half while maintaining accuracy, making it a must-have tool for water professionals.

Best Practices for SteriPen Use From choosing the right vials and batteries to ensuring consistent testing results, this segment walks you through practical applications and expert recommendations.

The Future of Water Testing How innovations like the SteriPen and other portable UV tools are reshaping the way industrial water treatment professionals conduct daily testing.

With water testing advancements, efficiency is key. Whether you're new to SteriPen or looking to upgrade, this episode provides valuable insights to optimize your water testing process.

Water professionals deserve better tools. Upgrade your phosphate and azole testing with the right SteriPen for maximum efficiency and accuracy.

Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!

Timestamps

02:28 – Trace Blackmore shares a recap of Episode 414

06:47 – Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals

16:15 – Water You Know with James McDonald

20:45 – Deep dive into SteriPen device: it's history and application

33:29 – Comparison between SteriPen Classic 3 and SteriPen Ultra

36:00 – Testing Procedures for organic and phosphate and azole tests

38:02 – Charging and battery life for both SteriPen models

Connect with Scaling UP! H2O

Submit a show idea: Submit a Show Idea LinkedIn: in/traceblackmore/

YouTube: @ScalingUpH2O Click HERE to download Episode's Discussion Guide

Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned Ep 046 The One About Phosphate Testing

Ep 414 Pinks and Blues: Trace's Phosphate Redux

Ep 415 Green Building Updates: What You Need to Know

AA Battery Cases

Augmenting your testing procedures for Phosphonate and Azole testing

AWT (Association of Water Technologies)

Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA Batteries

Eowpower 30pcs 50ml Plastic Vial Storage Container

Hach UV Lamp Kit, 115V

Hach Benzotriazole/Tolyltriazole

Hach Orthophospate PhosVer 3

Hach Phosphonate Lithium re-chargeable batteries Re-chargeable Lithium Batteries with charger Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses

Steri Pen Classic 3 SteriPen Ultra

SteriPen Ultra – Katadyn Fact Sheet Submit a Show Idea The unboxing of everything you need to use the SteriPen in your Phosphonate and Azole testing

Taylor Technologies Test Procedures: Phosphonate Taylor Technologies Test Procedures: Azole World Vision Global 6k for Water

Water You Know with James McDonald Question: Does silica solubility typically decrease or increase with rising temperature?

2025 Events for Water Professionals

Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.

  continue reading

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