Remember those old-school bubblers from your childhood? Clunky, often broken, and—let’s face it—of questionable hygiene. Their outdated design leaves much to be desired. Water dribbling and leaking, rust, grime and dirt… No wonder that some even smell funny.
Outdated Fountains Give Water a Bad Name
These outdated bubblers give drinking water fountains a bad reputation.
What’s worse, sometimes, these relics are still the only option people have in their school, local park or library. Ewwww!!!
Modern Drinking Fountains Change the Game
But here’s the good news: today’s drinking fountains are nothing like the bubbler of the past. Thanks to significant innovations in design, engineering, and hygiene, modern hydration stations have transformed into stylish, functional, and clean solutions. Today’s fountains encourage safe and better drinking for everyone.
What’s Wrong with the Old Bubbler?
The “scary” factor of old bubblers is about more than good looks. The danger is rooted in their design flaws:
- Backflow Contamination: Many old fountains had an up-and-down water flow. This meant water often passed through the drinker’s mouth before draining back toward the waterspout. You can imagine how this creates a breeding ground for bacteria and germs.
- Stagnant Water: Poor drainage causes water to poole in the drinking zone. Another unhygienic zone where bacteria thrive.
- Unhygienic Materials: Outdated materials aren’t optimised to combat germs. This makes old bubblers un-safe and off course un- appealing.
How Modern Fountains Address the “Bubbler Stigma”
1. Innovative Water Flow Design: Today’s fountains, like those in the Aquafil Collection, feature a left-to-right water flow. This means the water streams horizontally and away from the water source. This completely avoids any chance of backflow contamination.
2. Improved Drainage for Hygiene: Your better public park hydration station features external drainage systems. This keeps the drinking zone dry and bacteria-free.
3. Antimicrobial Spouts: Civiq’s fountains incorporate silver-impregnated antimicrobial spouts. This actively reduce the presence of bacteria, fungi, mould, and even some viruses.
4. Water Bottle Refill Stations: Modern hydration solutions go beyond traditional fountains. Water bottle refill stations provide a convenient, contact-free way to stay hydrated. They promote sustainability while meeting the needs of today’s on-the-go users.
Smart Innovations for a better world
Smart innovations make today’s fountains a far cry from their outdated predecessors. Not only do they provide a clean and safe drinking experience, but they also align with modern values:
- Sustainability: Refill stations reduce reliance on single-use plastics.
- Accessibility: Human-centred designs cater to users of all abilities.
- Aesthetics: Sleek, personalised designs elevate public spaces.
- Health & Hygiene: Advanced materials and engineering ensure safety for all.
Make Drinking Water Easy, Fun, and Better for Everyone
At Civiq, we’re committed to turn the negative perception of drinking fountains on its head. The Aquafil Collection embodies everything a modern drinking fountain should be: make drinking water easy, fun, and better for everyone.
So, if drinking from old-school bubblers gives you the scaries, it’s time to embrace the future of hydration. Because when it comes to public drinking water, everyone deserves better—and better is what we deliver.
Civiq: Better by Design.
