The study that led to water treatment is one of the testimonies of human ingenuity since antiquity. Our search for clean water has been tireless since the first civilisations.

Ancient remedies for water: the first steps of a millennial journey

From the first civilisations, man has sensed the vital importance of having drinking water. The first treatment methods, although rudimentary, laid the foundation for the future.
Filtration through sand and gravel was the first attempt to separate water from visible impurities, a sieve-like process that allowed only the finest particles to pass through.

Sedimentation, the process of letting water rest to allow solid particles to settle to the bottom, was a widely used technique, and when man discovered the disinfectant properties of chlorine, chlorine disinfection was born, a crucial step forward in eliminating the harmful bacteria that lurked in the water.

Modern innovations

With the advancement of science and technology, water treatment has undergone a real revolution, an explosion of knowledge that has unveiled new horizons. Advanced chemical treatments allow specific contaminants to be removed, while membrane technologies such as reverse osmosis filter out unwanted molecules with unparalleled efficiency.

These innovations have made offering high-efficiency water treatment products possible, ensuring crystal-clear, impurity-free water.

New challenges, new solutions

Despite the progress made, water treatment still faces new challenges. Emerging contaminants, such as microplastics and industrial chemicals, require cutting-edge solutions. In addition, water scarcity, a looming threat like a black cloud on the horizon, pushes towards greater environmental sustainability, incentivising adopting eco-friendly practices.

Advanced oxidation processes could become the new frontier to eliminate the most stubborn pollutants. With the advent of intelligent monitoring and control systems, optimising and customising treatments will be possible unprecedentedly.

Opur’s approach

Founded in 1976, Opur has always been at the forefront of innovation for water treatment, thanks to its specialisation in the manufacture of equipment for the treatment of primary water.

With the commitment to quality demonstrated by its UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 certification, Opur solutions reflect historical progress and a vision oriented towards the future.
Opur stands out in the market for several reasons:

• Reliability: Products known for their long reliability, such as filters that last over 30 years.
• Full Range: A wide range of solutions to meet different needs.
• Maintenance and Support: Exceptional after-sales service guarantees coverage throughout Italy.
• Quality Materials: Commitment to high-quality materials, ensuring confidence in each product.
• Made in Italy: Pride of a 100% Italian production process, guaranteeing excellence.