Case Study: Purified Water System for Leading Academic Research Facility
In academic institutions, water purity is essential for maintaining the integrity of research and education. Research laboratories often require water that meets or exceeds ASTM Type II standards to ensure accurate, repeatable results. MECO delivers validated, high-performance Purified Water systems that support the mission of scientific discovery through consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Why Do Academic Institutions Need Purified Water Systems?
Academic facilities require Purified Water systems for several critical reasons, primarily related to research, education, and operational efficiency. Here is why there is a need for a Purified Water system in academic institutions:
Science Integrity
Research conducted in academic labs—particularly in disciplines like biology, chemistry, and biomedical engineering—requires water free from ionic, organic, and microbial impurities. Any variation in water quality can lead to compromised data or experimental failure. Systems equipped with ultrafiltration, EDI, and UV sterilization support consistent and reliable water quality for analytical processes and laboratory protocols.
Educational Excellence
Teaching laboratories benefit from water systems that deliver dependable quality, enabling students to replicate experiments and build foundational skills in controlled environments. While ASTM Type III water may be suitable for general applications, high-precision teaching labs increasingly utilize Type I and II water for advanced coursework and lab simulations.
Equipment Longevity
Using untreated water can lead to scale buildup, corrosion, and damage to sensitive equipment such as autoclaves, glassware washers, and analytical instruments. MECO systems integrate technologies like reverse osmosis and ion exchange to mitigate these risks, extending equipment life and reducing maintenance costs.
Project Spotlight: Purified Water System for a University Science Center – Los Angeles, CA
Our California-based team (formerly Water Works, Inc.) partnered with a prominent Catholic university in West Los Angeles to install a high-purity water system for its new life sciences research center.
System Design & Implementation
This project was designed to meet the institution’s expanding R&D requirements in life sciences. The installed system provides water that meets ASTM Type II and CLRW (Clinical Laboratory Reagent Water) standards, supporting both general lab use and more advanced analytical needs.
System highlights include:
- Compact footprint for efficient use of space
- Advanced filtration and monitoring to ensure compliance
- Customization to match facility workflows and water demand
By investing in a high-performance purification system, the university bolsters its capacity for repeatable research, precision-driven science, and meaningful discovery.
Empowering Academic Innovation with Ultrapure Water
MECO delivers innovative water purification systems that align with the operational and sustainability goals of top-tier academic and research institutions. With decades of experience, our solutions integrate proven technologies, including:
- Reverse Osmosis (RO)
- Electrodeionization (EDI)
- Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection
- Storage and Distribution Systems
As a trusted partner for life science R&D facilities, we design systems that are not only lab-grade but also California climate-conscious, helping institutions optimize water use and achieve long-term operational savings.