| JUPITER FAQ
Sections
1) About the technology and concept
2) About Alkaline Ionized Water
3) About Acidic Ionized Water
4) About JUPITER water purifier and ionizer systems
5) About JUPITER and Kemp Trading
6) About other miscellaneous questions
About the Technology and Concept
Q. What is Ionization?
Ionization is the process of converting liquids or particles wholly or partly into ions. It simply means gaining or losing an electron. During Ionization, positive minerals and negative minerals are segregated accordingly to give you Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water and Acidic Water. Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water is full of Hydroxyl ions (OH-) and Acidic Water is full of Hydrogen ions (H+).
Q. What does Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water and Acidic Water mean?
Water (H20) ionizes into hydrogen (H+) and hydroxyl (OH-) ions. When these ions are in equal proportions, the pH is a neutral 7. When there are more H+ ions than OH- ions, then the water is said to be acidic. If OH- ions outnumber the H+ ions, then the water is alkaline.
Q. What is pH and why is a balanced body pH very vital for health?
PH is the quantitative measurement of acidity or alkalinity of a substance or solution. The pH scale is based on the number of hydrogen ions in the solution and runs from 0 to 14. Ordinary tap water with an equal amount of hydrogen ions and hydroxyl ions is measured as neutral or having a pH of 7. Acid solution is below pH7 while pH above that is alkaline.
The reason why pH is so important for health is that living cells are ultra-sensitive to any changes in pH. The pH of blood must be maintained within a very narrow range, from 7.35 to 7.45; variances in anything more than a few tenths will most likely result in death. Cancer cells live in an acidic environment while healthy cells in alkaline environment.
The acidic foods and beverages we consume daily affect the body's pH, so do the environment contaminants in the air we breathe and toxins that result from the agricultural practices. In fact, the pH balance in our diets is a largely overlooked issue in today's health, fitness, and our physical energy.
The proportion of acid minerals relative to alkaline minerals is the major factor we use to understand what is happening internally within our body. Body chemistry has a delicate range between pH 6.8 to 7.4 for proper maintenance of health. The pH range internally is necessary for the whole body to function well physically, emotionally, and mentally.
A person who has properly balanced pH will be happy, content, free from body aches and muscle cramps. They will enjoy being emotionally stable and mentally clear. The results are extraordinary because the tissues will exist in their natural and optimal alkaline environment, conducive for health.
Q. Can this really help cure sicknesses? E.g cancer, eczema, high blood pressure, gout, etc.
We do NOT claim that this water will cure sicknesses. However, through clinical studies and endorsements, we do take the stand this water is able to improve medical conditions. However, there are various mitigating factors such as severity of condition, presence of medications, genetics as well as lifestyle habits.
About Alkaline Ionized Water
Q. Why should I drink Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water?
Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water gives you an abundance of anti-oxidants to reduce cell damages and helps to restore your pH balance in your body.
It also contains an abundance of ionic minerals, such as Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium and Sodium that are essential for cellular functions. The water is high in oxygen and is a powerful solvent to neutralize uric acids, cholesterol and acidic toxic wastes and flushes them out from the body. It hydrates your body 3 times more than any water and also helps to restore your body pH balance and gives you plenty of energy!
Q. Is it safe to drink alkaline water everyday? Can I be too alkaline?
Yes it is safe to drink alkaline water everyday and while it is possible to be too alkaline (only in controlled or laboratory settings), generally, our bodies tend towards acidity. Also, because the minerals are in ionic form, it means that our blood which is also the waste transport system will be able to quickly remove the excess alkaline minerals and regulate our body pH.
Q. Can I don’t have the acidic water but only the alkaline water?
There are only 2 ways to obtain alkaline water. The first way would be to obtain the water through ionization (electrolysis), which is the method that our ionizer uses. The second method would be to use chemical compounds to convert normal tap water into alkaline water.
This method however is harmful in the long run because bicarbonates will produce stones in the body. Also, it would seem somewhat contradictory to have a filter to remove out chemicals and sediments but at the end still introduce a chemical to make the water alkaline
Q. How do you obtain the alkaline water?
To obtain the alkaline water, our units use ONLY platinum coated, titanium plates, which are the finest materials to perform ionization and the newer series of models use the WIRE MESHED platinum-titanium electrodes that can produces over 20% better in terms of quality. Platinum-titanium are also the only materials that the Ministry of Health and Welfare, Korea endorse.
Ionization is the process of converting liquids or particles wholly or partly into ions. It simply means gaining or losing an electron. During Ionization, positive minerals and negative minerals are segregated accordingly to give you Alkaline Antioxidant Water (AAW) and Acidic Water. Alkaline Antioxidant Water (AAW) is full of Hydroxyl ions (OH-) and Acidic Water is full of Hydrogen ions (H+).
Q. What are Antioxidants and why do we need them?
Oxidation means to decay or age. It results from regular function of metabolism and cell function. In the human body, oxidation is caused by free radical damage. Free radicals that exist in our body grab an electron from one of our cells to become stable and in the process damage the DNA of the cell so that when it divides, the new cell carries the mutant DNA that in turn passes along to the next cell when it divides. This is the cause of many diseases and it is also part of what makes us age. As we age, our body’s ORP becomes higher because we are oxidizing.
Researchers almost universally blame oxidation for premature aging and degenerative diseases. Pollution, chemicals, food additives, pesticides, antibiotics, etc. are thought to dramatically accelerate the oxidation process, increasing the need for anti-oxidants. Many people are turning to supplements to increase the intake of anti-oxidants. However, the water you drink also contributes to the effect of the anti-oxidants supplements you take.
JUPITER Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water has a Negative Oxidation Reduction Potential (-ORP) therefore it offsets the higher ORP of our body as we are aging. Thus, we counteract the aging process by putting a negatively charged water which somewhat dampens the ever-rising ORP of our oxidizing body. By installing a unit of JUPITER Water Ionizer, you can have a continuous flow of antioxidants in your own home and for everyone in the family to enjoy the same!
JUPITER Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water gives you an abundance of antioxidants to remove free radicals from your body. With its smallest cluster of water and the abundance of negative charged electrons (-ORP), it permeates into body cells readily to reduce free radicals into harmless water. It is the ONLY Water that has the ANTI-OXIDATION properties to protect the body cells from damaging oxidation of "free radicals" and boost up the body's immune system.
Q. Who should drink Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water?
Everyone, young and old, pets and animals, can drink Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water. It is safe for baby as well. The tremendous amount of oxygen in the water helps the baby’s body function efficiently. Treat it as your normal drinking water. The only difference is that this water helps to hydrate your body faster and gives you many health benefits and plenty of energy!
Q. How should I start drinking it?
We recommend that you start at Level 1 for about 2-4 weeks and gradually increase to Level 2, 3 or 4 according to your desire and health condition.
The strength of the Alkaline/Acidic water is stronger at the higher level. The antioxidant is most powerful on the higher levels as well. Detoxification can be STRONG at higher levels. Take your time to increase the strength gradually according to individual preference and health condition.
Q. What do I expect after starting to drink Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water?
It is possible that you will notice differences in bowel habits during the first few days at any level. Urine frequency may increase and color may darken as more water is consumed and impurities discharge from the body. If you have gastric or indigestion problems, you might encounter "bloated feeling" or "burp" frequently. You might want to go slower during the first few days and increase your intake gradually if the discomfort bothers you.
For those who have liver problems or on long-term medication, you might experience some skin rashes or outbreak. You might also encounter diarrhea during the first few days of drinking if you have serious constipation or abnormal fermentation in the intestine. This is the cleansing process and once it is over, you will feel better.
The aforesaid are just some of the detoxification processes you might experience during the initial period. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact your nearest Dealer for further assistance and advice.
Q. How long can I store the Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water?
For best effect, try to drink directly from the machine. However, if you need to store the water, try to collect the water daily to maximize the benefits derived from the Alkaline Ionized Water. There is no harm storing the water for many days. Treat it like what you do for your normal water.
Q. What is the best way to store Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water?
We recommend usage of capped plastic or glass bottles. Always rinse your container with Acidic Water to disinfect the bottles before storing the water. This is hygienic and helps to restore the molecular structure and pH better.
After some time, if you find some flakes deposit at the side of your bottles, please do not worry. They are calcium flakes. You can either soak the container with Acidic water or vinegar to remove them.
Q. Are there any side effects of drinking too much Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water at high pH10 and above?
People have been known to drink as much as 1 to 2 gallons of Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water every day and have benefited greatly from it. And they have not become too alkaline. On the contrary, one of the most common imbalances people have today that lead to health problems is that they are too acidic. Our body pH should be approx. pH 6.8 - 7.8 (measured through Saliva). A lower body pH creates an environment in our bodies that is conducive to sickness. Blood pH is maintained within a narrow, from 7.35 to7.45; variances in anything more than a few tenths will most likely result in death. Cancer cells live in acidic environment whereas Healthy cells live in alkaline environment.
About Acidic Ionized Water
Q. What is the Acidic Water good for?
The Acidic Water is Super-Oxidation water. It kills bacteria and viruses on contact. It helps to heal skin diseases such as Eczema, Hong Kong Foot, Wounds, Cuts, etc. And for any sterilization purpose.
With a mild pH that is close to the skin, it is very effective as a skin toner and also for hair conditioning. Regular usage improves skin texture and also stops dandruff.
About the JUPITER purifier and ionizer system
Q. What Is the JUPITER Water Ionizer?
JUPITER water ionizers are a 2-in-1 Water Purifier & Ionizer. It purifies tap water and then ionizes it through the electrolysis chamber by removing acidic mineral salts and enhancing it with beneficial alkaline ionized minerals.
Q. How Does JUPITER Work?
Tap water is first purified and energized through the specially designed 0.01 micron filter. The filter materials consist of Silverized Activated Carbon, Coral Calcium, Tourmaline (Bio-Ceramic stones) and Space Fibre the produces Far Infrared (FIR) energy. The filtration effectively removes bacteria, chlorine, chloramine, rust, sediments, heavy metals, harmful chemicals and substances from the source water. The Tourmaline and Space Fibre further activates and energizes the filtered water.
The purified, activated and energized water then passes through another process called "Ionization" that further splits the water into Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water for Drinking and Acidic Water for Beauty & Medical uses.
Q. What are the electrodes made of?
JUPITER uses 5 pieces of electrodes that are made of 100% platinum-coated titanium electrodes. Each platinum coating is 0.53 micron.
Q. How does JUPITER Water Ionizer kill viruses and bacteria?
Firstly, viruses and bacteria are filtered and impregnated in the silverised activated carbon filter compartment. Through Ionization, the bacteria and viruses are further eliminated and finally they are not able to survive in the abundance negative-charged ions Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water. (Please refer to our Singapore General Hospital Bacteria Test Report No.: W5840)
Q. How much electricity does this unit use?
The unit uses 80 watts during operation while ionizing water. On a standby mode, it uses far less electricity. On a cost basis, if the unit is left on for 24 hours, it’ll cost a maximum of $0.30 per month.
Q. Are bigger electrode plates more efficient?
With technology moving towards miniaturization, JUPITER uses compact water cell with proprietary matting electrodes that enhances ionization. This technology also reduces power consumption. Bigger plates need more power. They are used in older water ionizers and are currently used by Taiwan and China manufacturers.
Q. Is SMPS (Switched Mode Power Supply) technology more superior than Transformers?
Established Japanese and Korean manufacturers use transformer for stability during ionization. SMPS technology is normally used in Taiwanese water ionizers.
Q. Is this product endorsed by anyone?
This product is endorsed by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in Korea as well as in Japan. It has also obtained the FDA and health approval in the US, Korea, China.
Locally, we have sent the sample of water for testing in SGH and the results been found to be well above the national standards.
Q. What’s the warranty period and after sales service like?
For all units, we provide a 2-year warranty period that will cover all machine parts that are used in conjunction with standard intended usage. We however do NOT cover external joints and consumables.
Should there be any problem with your unit, please feel free to contact our staff at our hotline: 6272-5337. We will arrange for our technicians to go to your place to fix or service your unit on-site. There will be charges for labour and transport. Separate charges apply if there is a need to change any parts that the technician advises.
Q. Installation wise, what are the requirements?
For simple installation, we provide a standard tap diverter and other adaptors (18, 22 and 24mm) that can be mounted onto existing standard faucets. Should such installation be deemed unsuitable by our technicians, we would recommend a direct installation instead.
For a direct installation to the water piping, our technician will have to do some works under the sink as well as drill a hole through the table top to connect the water supply to the unit. Thus, typical charges for this installation range between $80 - $100.
Q. Pricing of the systems and any discounts for the system?
Refer to latest price list and in store promotions for more information.
Q. Maintenance of the system? What do I have to do?
Maintenance of the unit includes an annual change of the water filter or after filtering 6000L of water. There is a gauge which will prompt customers when to change this.
Besides this, customers are encouraged to perform manual selection of the acidic function regularly to allow alternating of the self-cleaning device to keep the unit in its optimum condition.
Q. How long can the filter last and how much is it?
Our filters will be able to last for up to a year and it will be able to filter up to 6000L of water. Additionally, our filters use hi tech space fiber to allow up to a 0.01micron filtration, uncommon in the filter market. Each filter currently cost $120 and we will send our personnel to help change your filters for your convenience.
About JUPITER and Kemp Trading
Q. Why Buy JUPITER?
In 1982, JUPITER Science moved from developing medical equipment to the making of quality alkaline water ionizers. Since then, JUPITER has continued to lead the industry in research and development and product dependability. Consider the following points:
- Over 20 patents plus many design registrations.
- Over 20 full time PhD staff in R & D centre, based in Japan.
- 25% average yearly growth
- 17 different units
- Marketed in over 60 countries globally
- The most number of agents and distributors for a water ionizer throughout the world
- Over 35 years in history of producing water ionizers
- Over 30 years of manufacturing excellence
- Over 30 awards won, including commendations from the Korean President, Korean Minister of Health and the Japanese Emperor.
- ISO, UL, CE, JIS, RoHS, KFDA, Chinese Health Permit Certified
- Monthly manufacturing capability of 100,000 units a month
- The LOWEST return / repair ratio in the industry, < 1% of machines!
JUPITER continues to create record sales in Singapore and SE Asia and in over 60 countries globally. Backed by a service quality and after sales service support that is matchless in the industry, it is easy to identify the strengths of our systems where others lack.
We are certain that once you have done your research, homework and comparisons, you'll see why JUPITER should be your number one preference.
Q. There are other companies claiming to be No.1? How do you respond?
Based on the latest statistics published by the Korean FDA for the water ionizer industry in Korea, Jupiter has the greatest market share, this already proves that they are the number 1 company in Korea.
Additionally, based on other factors such as annual turnover, number of units produced and number of countries represented in, it is hard to find any suitable match of another company of equal standing much less able to beat Jupiter as the number water ionizer company globally.
Q. Are there any direct competitors for water ionizers?
There are competitors in any industry and for any products. However, our company stands out from the rest in terms of the history of our company. We are the pioneers locally with more than 20 years history and a clientele of 50,000 spanning across over 30 countries, including hospitals, government organizations and MNC companies.
Besides a long history, our company also provides a strong after sales service to ensure that our customers are fully satisfied with the water ionizer they purchased. Additionally, our factory in Korea is the largest and boasts the lowest repair / return to functional units ratio, while our R & D in Japan is considered the leading R & D centre
Q. There are so many Water Ionizers in the market, why should I buy it from Kemp Trading (Singapore)/YCL Marketing Sdn Bhd (Malaysia)?
KEMP TRADING is the pioneer and undisputed leader in the water ionizer industry in South East Asia including Singapore and Malaysia since 1988, with more than 20 years expertise in this industry. All water ionizers sold by Kemp Trading are fully imported either from Japan or Korea. Our factories are leading manufacturers in their respective countries and with strong support from both factories (Japan & Korea), we provide full back-up services and warranties for all our products.
Our clientele ranges from ordinary households to Medical practitioners, Nutritionists, Health gurus, Government and Statutory offices, MNC companies and health-related organizations. To-date our water ionizers are being sold in over 30 countries offering a range of renowned brands from Japan and Korea.
All our water ionizers use only 100% platinum-coated titanium electrodes. These are the safest and most lasting electrodes that are widely used by manufacturers in Japan and Korea. At KEMP TRADING, we are committed to bringing you the best water ionizers at the most affordable price. We carry a range of water ionizers that suit each individual needs and budgets.
If you wish to know more about our range of water ionizers, please call us at
Tel: 6272- 5337 (Singapore) or Tel: 04-5387 769 (Malaysia) or email us at
sales@jupiter.com.sg
Other miscellaneous questions
Q. Is filtered water/treated water with high pH any good?
It is dangerous to conclude that any filtered water or treated water with a high pH is a good for you. You can add Potassium Cyanide into water to raise the pH, but that alkaline water would obviously be fatal. You have to drink only Acid-Free Alkaline Water obtainable through Ionization that removes acid minerals that removes acid minerals and enhancing alkaline minerals that were in the source water to be able to enjoy the benefits. Not just any high pH filtered or treated water. This is the ONLY water system that is endorsed by the Ministry of Health & Welfare in Japan (since 1960's) and Korea (since 1970's) as a Health Improvement Device.
Q. How do I know if alkaline water is really safe to drink? Isn’t it bleach?
Obtaining alkaline water through ionization is not a new process, it has in fact been around since the 1930s and over an extended period of time, coupled with numerous clinical studies has been found to have significantly improve people’s general health and medical conditions, thus to date, it is the only technology that the Ministry of Health and Welfare, Korea endorses.
Bleach is a chemical alkaline and is not the same as our alkaline water.
Q. Can Water Filter with a UV kills viruses and bacteria totally?
The purpose of UV light is for bacterial disinfecting. UV light itself loses much of its effectiveness after the first 6 months of usage and should be replaced often, which is of course an expensive proposition. Also, the glass tube that the water travels through in order that it can be exposed to the UV light develops a film on it after only a few months, which greatly lessens the effectiveness of the UV light on the water that passes through the tube. Most manufacturing industries use SLOW running water with LONG UV tubes, so it is questionable as to how effective a SMALL UV tube over faster running water is? This is not logical. Do not just invest in a filter system because it has UV but neglect the importance of the quality of water you are drinking daily which contributes greatly to your health and your loved ones!
Point to note: For the UV tube to be effective in killing bacteria it should be lighted up for a few minutes before water passes through.
JUPITER Water Ionizer does not only kill viruses and bacteria, it has more health benefits that warrant you to invest in it. (Please refer to our Singapore General Hospital Bacteria Test Report No.: W5840)
Q. What’s the difference between Diamond and your system?
Most systems in the market are mostly just a filtration or purification system. Regardless of the number of filters that are present, they will only produce clean, filtered water at the end of the process. They do not have the ability to produce mineral-enriched alkaline water unlike JUPITER™ water ionizers.
Q. How does JUPITER Water Ionizer compared to Reverse Osmosis, Distillers and other Filtering or Energizing Water available in the market?
Distillation is the process in which water is boiled, evaporated and the vapor condensed. Reverse Osmosis uses membranes in its system. Both systems remove all dissolved minerals and produces pure water that tends to be acidic. Pure water does not have electrolytes that are important for cellular functions. Prolonged drinking of these 2 types of water leach mineral salts from the body and eventually develops multiple mineral deficiencies. Cooking foods in pure water pulls the minerals out of them and lowers their nutrient value.
Carbon Filters or Energizing Water Filters are basically water filters. Some systems come with few types of cartridges. Filters cannot kill bacteria or viruses so it is recommended that you boil the water before drinking.
Point to note: Filter cannot perform ionization and it cannot split tap water into alkaline ionized minerals and acidic ionized minerals.
The Ideal Water for the human body should contain essential minerals and electrolytes that are vital for cellular functions.
JUPITER Water Ionizer can offer that and much more such as Antioxidant properties, smaller water cluster and plenty of oxygen to energize you and flushes acidic toxins out from your body.
Alkaline Ionized Antioxidant Water is approved by the Ministry of Health and Welfare Japan and Korea as a Health Advancement Device since 1960's and 1970's respectively. To-date the approval still stands and there have been no reported side effects so far. No water system in the markets today can give you this assurance.
Q. Do you have any materials to support the health claims?
For more information on testimonies, clinical reports and to view the certified true copies of the licenses and documents, feel free to visit our showroom at 10 Anson Road, #02-86, International Plaza or call us at 6272-5337 to arrange for a home or office demonstration today! |