The Silent Equipment Killer

Chloramines — chlorine plus ammonia — are now used by over half of U.S. municipalities for disinfection. They protect city water but wreak havoc inside your equipment.

Unlike chlorine, which evaporates quickly, chloramines remain active for up to seven days — attacking metal, rubber, and plastic components continuously.

 

Why They Matter

Chloramines don’t just disinfect — they degrade.

  • Elastomer damage: O-rings, gaskets, and seals crack and harden.
  • Metal corrosion: Copper and stainless steel pit and leak.
  • Taste issues: Chloramines survive boiling — carrying chemical flavors into coffee, tea, and soda.
  • Hidden maintenance costs: Leaks and valve failures increase downtime.

“Chloramines protect public water — but destroy your equipment from the inside out.”

 

The Chemistry Behind the Damage

Reaction: NH₃ + HOCl → NH₂Cl + H₂O

Chloramine’s stability makes it dangerous — it doesn’t dissipate like chlorine. That constant oxidation breaks down seals, corrodes metals, and compromises system reliability.

  

Industry Impact

  • Restaurants & Cafés: Cracked espresso seals, metallic coffee flavor.
  • C-Stores: Off-tasting soda, reduced carbonation.
  • Kitchens: Corroded probes, failed sensors, and leaking valves.

“After many cities switched to
chloramines, service calls skyrocketed — but operators rarely knew why.”

 

The ScaleX Pro Advantage

ScaleX Pro uses catalytic carbon filtration to remove chloramines before they reach your system.

  • Protects rubber, copper, and stainless parts from oxidation.
  • Restores clean taste and aroma.

Why It’s Better:

  • Higher adsorption rate than standard carbon.
  • No consumables or chemical additives.
  • Long-lasting media — up to 12 months per filter cycle.

“Chloramines protect the public — but ScaleX Pro protects your equipment.”

 

Bottom Line

Chloramines are invisible but relentless. They corrode, crack, and contaminate everything they touch. ScaleX Pro neutralizes them at the source — preserving taste, reliability, and profit. Preventive filtration isn’t optional — it’s essential for your brand.