New AquaCo systems and compatible cartridge upgrades extend options for complete home water filtration
PERTH and MELBOURNE and BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AquaCo Water Filters, a 100% Australian-owned water filtration business, is bringing Disruptor technology to more Australian households through new whole house water filters and replacement water filter cartridges for compatible existing whole-home and undersink systems. Disruptor targets the PFAS compounds PFOA and PFOS, together with chlorine, chloramines, lead and copper.
Launched in early 2025, Disruptor represents what AquaCo describes as an Australian first: a whole-home replacement cartridge combining reduction of PFOA and PFOS with chlorine, chloramines, lead and copper.
Independent SGS laboratory testing of a Disruptor sample recorded more than 98.9% PFOA reduction and more than 99.0% PFOS reduction in an initial test. The results underpin AquaCo's focus on making advanced filtration accessible, whether a household is installing a new system or upgrading an existing one.
Choosing a complete home water filtration system
Households looking for complete home filtration systems can choose an AquaCo whole house water filter equipped with Disruptor cartridges. A correctly installed whole-home system treats water before it reaches connected taps and showers, making filtration part of drinking, cooking and everyday washing.
Disruptor is also available beyond complete AquaCo units. Standard 20-inch cartridges give owners of compatible existing whole-home systems a practical upgrade option while retaining their housings. The range also includes 10 × 2.5-inch and 9 × 2.5-inch cartridges for compatible undersink systems, extending the choice to households seeking filtration at a dedicated drinking-water outlet.
Whole-home options include 20 × 4.5-inch cartridges. AquaCo's Super-Seal cap version fits compatible AquaCo housings, while standard-format cartridges suit selected third-party systems. Size, end-cap design and operating requirements must match the installation, and AquaCo helps customers identify the right option for their system and water supply.
The current mains-water Disruptor cartridge combines depth filtration with premium catalytic carbon. AquaCo also offers a distinct Disruptor BIO range for applications requiring additional filtration capabilities, allowing product selection to reflect the intended water source and treatment needs.
Laboratory results for PFOA PFOS chlorine and metals
Alongside the initial PFOA and PFOS results, separate laboratory tests of Disruptor samples reported reductions across the other named contaminants:
- Chlorine and chloramines: free chlorine reduction was at least 99.5%. Total chlorine reduction in the chloramine challenge ranged from 92.7% to 99.3%.
- Heavy metals: lead reduction ranged from 98.8% to greater than 99.6% across tests at different pH levels. AquaCo's published copper results exceeded 99.9%.
PFAS analysis used US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Method 537.1:2020, with the initial reduction test referencing NSF/ANSI 53-2022. Chlorine and chloramine challenge tests referenced NSF/ANSI 42-2022. Lead and copper analysis used EPA Method 200.8. PFOA and PFOS are specific PFAS compounds; these results apply to those named substances.
Results relate to laboratory-tested samples under specified test conditions; performance varies with cartridge, water quality and use.
Whole home filtration for everyday water use
For households considering the water used in their skin and hair care routines, whole-home Disruptor filtration offers a way to target chlorine and chloramines in that supply, alongside the other named contaminants.
Customers can contact AquaCo to discuss a new whole house filtration system or compatible replacement options for an existing whole-home or undersink installation, and confirm availability. The company combines Australian product design with international filtration components and local support for selection, installation and servicing.
About AquaCo Water Filters
AquaCo Water Filters is a 100% Australian-owned water filtration business supplying whole-home systems, undersink systems and replacement water filter cartridges across Australia. AquaCo supplies Australia-wide, with supply and installation available in all main capital cities and supply-only options for the rest of the country.
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AquaCo whole house filtration systems bring Disruptor technology to more homes
HONG KONG, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Since its founding, the Hong Kong International Communications Electronic Chamber (HKICEC) has worked to strengthen Hong Kong's communications and electronics sector by uniting businesses across the city and the Greater Bay Area, pooling industry resources and opening new channels for trade and collaboration. The chamber's mission is to create a dynamic environment where suppliers, buyers and industry leaders can forge partnerships and pursue new opportunities. Crab2B, a pioneering B2B trading platform dedicated to mobile devices and digital products, made its debut at the chamber's inaugural trade show, held at AsiaWorld-Expo on October 18. Crab2B CEO Luo Yaohong, who serves as deputy secretary-general of HKICEC, has been actively involved in the chamber's industry development initiatives and welcomed the successful launch of the exhibition.
The HKICEC Global Mobile Exchange Pavilion opened on October 18 at AsiaWorld-Expo following months of extensive planning and preparation. The opening ceremony welcomed a distinguished gathering of government officials and industry leaders, including Dr. Starry Lee Wai-king, GBS, JP, member of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress and president of the Legislative Council; Zhu Xiaodong, director of the Kowloon District Affairs Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR; Dr. Cheung Kwok-kwan, SBS, JP, deputy secretary for justice of the HKSAR; Liu Maozhou, first-level inspector of the Economic and Financial Affairs Department II of the Liaison Office; Denny Ho, district officer for Kwun Tong of the Home Affairs Department; and Liu Fang, chief executive officer of Global Sources. More than 100 government and business representatives, industry leaders, local and international exhibitors, and members of the media attended the ceremony, reflecting strong industry interest in the development of Hong Kong's circular economy and the expansion of environmentally sustainable international trade in communications and electronics.
The show brought together communications and electronics suppliers and cross-border buyers from around the world, with a focus on the international trade in mobile devices and related electronics. Designed as a dedicated meeting place for the industry, the exhibition gave businesses an opportunity to connect with international buyers, explore new trade channels and forge partnerships that can drive future growth.
During the show, Legislative Council President Starry Lee Wai-king and Deputy Secretary for Justice Cheung Kwok-kwan visited the Crab2B booth, where they learned more about the platform's business model, objectives and progress to date. Both spoke highly of Crab2B's approach to capitalizing on Hong Kong's strengths, drawing on the Greater Bay Area's resources and reaching global markets. They also recognized the platform's efforts to help local merchants expand internationally, streamline cross-border sourcing and create new momentum for digital trade.
HKICEC president Jacky Tse, permanent honorary president Huang Shaowu, chairman Huang Shunyong and supervisory board chairman Hong Jinhuang also stopped by for tea and a discussion with the Crab2B team about the company's future plans. They expressed their support for its continued development.
The show marks an important milestone in HKICEC's efforts to create a major industry gathering in Hong Kong and strengthen the international reach of the city's communications and electronics sector. The occasion also marked the official launch of the Crab2B app, introducing a dedicated B2B platform for mobile devices and electronics that helps buyers identify suitable suppliers and products and connects the Greater Bay Area's extensive supplier network with buyers worldwide.
Looking ahead, HKICEC will continue to bring together businesses and resources across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area while expanding its international trade network. Crab2B, for its part, will remain firmly rooted in Hong Kong, drawing on the chamber's extensive resources and industry relationships to further develop its app and expand its reach. Together, HKICEC and Crab2B aim to facilitate cross-border trade in mobile electronics, open new international markets for Hong Kong businesses and support the continued modernization of the city's communications and electronics industry. Their shared goal is to create lasting commercial opportunities and contribute to the sector's long-term growth.
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HKICEC Opens First Trade Show at AsiaWorld-Expo, Connecting Hong Kong's Communications and Electronics Industry with Global Markets
HKICEC Opens First Trade Show at AsiaWorld-Expo, Connecting Hong Kong's Communications and Electronics Industry with Global Markets
HKICEC Opens First Trade Show at AsiaWorld-Expo, Connecting Hong Kong's Communications and Electronics Industry with Global Markets
HKICEC Opens First Trade Show at AsiaWorld-Expo, Connecting Hong Kong's Communications and Electronics Industry with Global Markets
