Reverse Osmosis

A new water treatment system using reverse osmosis was initiated in Pickerington in September.

In simple terms, the system uses membranes designed to let only pure water pass. According to the Water Department’s Chief Operator, Gary Armentrout, the results have been good.

“The water is currently mixing with leftover water in the water towers, so the final product hasn’t been completely realized, but we are very pleased at this point. This has become a new learning experience. There are only a few reverse osmosis systems in the whole state of Ohio. Up to recently, they were too cost-prohibitive,” he said.

Residents will spot the benefits with a simple inspection.

“Take a look at your ice cubes. They will become transparent, completely clear, instead of cloudy,” Armentrout continued. “The end product is as close to completely pure water as you can get.”