The Netherlands is known for the high quality of its tap water. However, that quality is coming under increasing pressure. Pollution from other European countries enters our country via the Rhine and Meuse rivers. In addition, Dutch industry, agriculture, and households also contribute to the pollution of our water sources. Water utilities must remove these substances as much as possible […]
PFAS have been a topic of discussion for years. These substances are extremely difficult to break down, spread easily throughout the environment, and some PFAS can be harmful to health. Now, the Netherlands Environmental and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) is warning about a source of PFAS pollution that is becoming increasingly significant: pesticides used in agriculture. According to the ILT, approximately 21,000 […]
The Netherlands is often referred to as Europe's drain. Everything that is discharged into the Rhine and Meuse rivers in Switzerland, France, and Germany eventually ends up in our country. Of course, we in the Netherlands also contribute to this. Companies discharge their waste (with or without a permit), agriculture and horticulture use crop protection products, and we separate hormones and […]
March 22, 2026, marks another World Water Day. This international day focuses on water and the importance of good water quality around the world. In the Netherlands, too, more and more initiatives are being organized to encourage people to use water more responsibly. What is World Water Day? World Water Day is an initiative of the United Nations and has been observed since […]
What does the water project entail? During World Water Day 2025, we asked our customers to share their ideas for small-scale water projects—projects to which we at Tradeline could contribute by providing drinking water. Based on this request, two projects in Tanzania emerged: Latest updates from Tradeline School and Irkeepus Hospital […]
On November 22 and 23, Tradeline will once again be present at the International Therapist Fair in the Expo Houten. During this weekend, we will share our knowledge on filtering water and air, topics that are directly related to the practice of many therapists. Visit our booth and discover how filtered water and clean air can contribute [...]
The NOS broadcast focused on bacteria in water filters. During the broadcast, parts of videos were shown of water filter providers on the Internet. I've written blogs before about the fact that these kinds of programs lump all water filters together and then write negatively about, in this case, [...]
March 22 is World Water Day, a day to reflect on the value of water. In the Netherlands we have access to clean tap water, but worldwide nearly 2.2 billion people have no or limited access to safe drinking water. World Water Day is an opportunity to create awareness about the consequences of water shortages and highlight [...]
At Tradeline, we regularly receive questions about preventing and removing algae formation in Aqualine water filters. Very understandable, because nobody wants green deposits in the water tank or parts of the filter. The good news? With the right approach and a little attention, you can easily keep your filter clean. In this blog [...]
As a supplier of water filters, we always find it inspiring to see how creative our customers are in preventing algae formation. By sharing these practical solutions, we can help each other enjoy clean and healthy water to the fullest. Customers' most creative solutions 1. The colorful protective cover One of our [...]
