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The SOFTENER-HE-45-FG system uses advanced smart meter technology to effectively treat severe hard water conditions up to 45,000 grains. This salt-based water softener uses an advanced fully-automatic electronic meter that monitors water consumption and automatically adjusts to changing water usage to reduce unnecessary salt and water use.
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Adjusts to lifestyle and changing water usage to minimize resources while monitoring and recording system performance including days and gallons used since last regeneration, normal water flow rates, peak flow rates and more
The SOFTENER-HE-45-FG system uses advanced smart meter technology to effectively treat severe hard water conditions up to 45,000 grains. This salt-based water softener uses an advanced fully-automatic electronic meter that monitors water consumption and automatically adjusts to changing water usage to reduce unnecessary salt and water use.
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Adjusts to lifestyle and changing water usage to minimize resources while monitoring and recording system performance including days and gallons used since last regeneration, normal water flow rates, peak flow rates and more
APEC Water Systems
Whole House Water Softeners
Hard water affects every tap in your home from showers and laundry to dishes and appliances leaving mineral scale, reducing soap effectiveness, and causing dry skin and hair. APEC Water Systems is a trusted leader in residential water treatment solutions, offering advanced whole house water softeners that transform your water quality and protect your home.
What Is the APEC Hydro Express Water Softener?
The APEC Hydro Express Water Softener 45 is a high-efficiency whole house softening system designed for homes with 4–6 bathrooms. It uses an automated digital control valve and an ion exchange resin to remove hard minerals like calcium and magnesium, delivering soft, scale-free water from every faucet.
An APEC Water Softener provides benefits such as:
- Softer skin and smoother hair after showers.
- Reduced soap and detergent usage (up to 50% less).
- Improved appliance efficiency and lifespan, stopping scale buildup in water heaters, dishwashers, and laundry machines.
Other APEC relevant systems that complement or provide variation to this softener include:
- APEC Water Hydro Express Water Softener 45 Plus: Bundle with additional purification features and enhanced value.
- APEC Hydro Express Water Softener 30: A slightly smaller but similarly capable model for smaller households or different needs.
Benefits of Using a Whole House Water Softener
1. Prevents Scale Buildup
Softened water prevents the formation of hard mineral scale inside pipes, fixtures, water heaters, and appliances; reducing maintenance costs and extending lifespan.
2. Improves Cleaning Performance
With soft water:
- Laundry comes out brighter and softer with less detergent.
- Dishes and glassware stay spot-free.
- Surfaces require less scrubbing and cleaning effort.
3. Enhanced Personal Comfort
Soft water feels smoother on the skin and hair, reducing dryness and irritation associated with hard water minerals.
How It Works
Whole house water softeners like the Hydro Express use a proven ion exchange process:
- Hard water enters the system full of calcium and magnesium ions.
- Ion exchange resin traps hardness, replacing it with sodium ions.
- Regeneration cycles flush the resin with saltwater (brine) to renew softening capacity.
- Soft water flows to every faucet, delivering a scale-free experience throughout your home.
The system’s digital control valve monitors usage and optimizes regeneration to save salt and water, keeping operation efficient and cost-effective.
Whole house softeners are ideal if your priority is comprehensive hardness removal and protection against scale, while salt-free conditioners help reduce scale and are easier to maintain. Point-of-use systems (like reverse osmosis) focus on drinking water quality, not hard water issues.
Prevents Scale Buildup
Softened water prevents the formation of hard mineral scale inside pipes, fixtures, water heaters, and appliances.
Improves Cleaning Performance
Laundry comes out brighter and softer with less detergent. Dishes and glassware stay spot-free. Surfaces require less scrubbing and cleaning effort.
Enhanced Personal Comfort
Soft water feels smoother on the skin and hair, reducing dryness and irritation associated with hard water minerals.
Water Softener FAQ
How does a whole house water softener work?
It uses ion exchange resin media to replace calcium and magnesium ions (which cause hardness) with sodium ions, resulting in soft water throughout your home.
What are the maintenance requirements?
Softener maintenance typically involves adding salt pellets to the brine tank periodically and occasional cleaning of the brine tank and resin media as needed.
Is professional installation required?
While some handy homeowners can install a water softener themselves, many choose professional installation to ensure correct plumbing connections and optimal system performance.
What is the expected lifespan of the system?
With proper maintenance, a quality softener like the Hydro Express can last a decade or more, depending on water hardness and household usage.