Our Story

• Water Soft Inc. was founded by brothers Jim and Bill Chandler of Ashland, Ohio.  

• Water Soft Inc. was incorporated in the state of Ohio in 1980.

• On February 29, 1980, Water Soft purchased the entire water treatment division of the F.E. Myers Pump Company.

• Included in the purchase was a license for Water Soft to use the "Myers" name for a period of three years.  If ever you see a product or literature in the field with both names present, it was manufactured prior to 1983.  

• Jim & Bill reinvested a large portion of the company's income to research and development.  The result was the creation of several patented/proprietary products including the WATER SPRITE Water Filter and the PROVECTR Water Treatment System.  These are all innovative in that they solve tough water problems without the use of costly chemicals.  Another special product was the SOFT'N FILTER system that combines the filtration and softening process into one complete unit.

• On March 2, 1988, Water Soft was purchased by Amtrol Inc.  Over 30 years prior to the purchase of Water Soft, Amtrolintroduced the first pre-pressurized diaphragm expansion tank to the water systems industry.  At that time Amtrol was the leading manufacturer of water systems tanks in the world and was looking to enter into water treatment.

• Eventually both Jim and Bill Chandler moved on to pursue other opportunities and Amtrol moved Water Soft out of the Ashland facility.

• Almost 20 years later, in June of 2008, Bill Chandler acquired the Water Soft division back from Amtrol and moved production back to Ashland.

• The current Water Soft staff has over 150 years of combined water treatment experience and they are dedicated to bring back the enthusiasm and innovation that made them so successful in the 1980’s.

Common Water Problems in Your Own Home

Water should be a crystal clear, odorless, and textureless substance. There are many common water problems that can cause your water to cloudy, have a bad smell and a rough texture. Here are some examples of common water problems and how WaterSoft can offer a solution.

Chlorine

Municipal water supplies usually add Chlorine to decontaminate their water. The presence of Chlorine in water can cause a bad taste and smell, and can also dehydrate skin and hair.

Solution:

Cartridge & Housing | Whole House | Economy Upflow

Cloudy

Many different contaminants can enter your water and cause varying levels of cloudiness.

Solution:

Cartridge & Housing | Permanent Sediment Filter

Earthy
Earthy, Fishy Taste or Smell

Microorganisms and other bacteria can thrive in moist and dark environments and end up in water fixtures.

Solution:

Whole House | Economy Upflow | Cartridge & Housing | Ultra Violet System
Hard
Hardness

Water hardness is derived from calcium and magnesium minerals that have been dissolved into water beneath the earth's surface. These minerals cause soap scum and water spots on water fixtures.

Solution:

Cabinet | Electronic Two Tank | Twin Demand |
High Capacity/Iron Removal w/ Garnet Sub Filter

Metallic

Metallic Taste or Odor

Iron and Manganese as well as other metals in a water supply can create a metallic taste and odor.

Solution:

Provectr® | Manganese Greensand | Cabinet | Electronic Two Tank |
Twin Demand |High Capacity/Iron Removal w/ Garnet Sub Filter

Rotten Egg Smell

An unpleasant smell can be the result of high levels of hydrogen sulfide in the water.

Commercial Products

Applications

• Small Community, Multi-unit Residential, Business Complexes
• Medical – Hospitals, Clinics, Extended Care/Assisted-living, Doctor's Offices
• Hospitality – Hotels, Motels, Campgrounds, Restaurants
• Education – Colleges/Universities, K-12, Vocational
• Manufacturing – Process, Make-up, Primary/Secondary, HVAC
• Food and Beverage –  Manufacturing, Packaging, Storage
• Large-scale Irrigation

Equipment Specifications

• Standard Catalogued Systems to 400 GPM
• Proprietary Aeration, Softeners, Filters, RO, Nitrate/Sulfate Systems, Tannins, Dealkalizers, Ultraviolet Systems
• NSF, EPA and FDA approved components
• ASME Pressure Vessels Available
• EPA Compliant Systems – Design, Submittals
• Custom Controls, Monitoring, Reporting
• Aeration in Constant Pressure Environment

Factory Capabilities & Support

• Integrated Treatment Plants - Pumps, Controls, Treatment, Monitor/Alarm
• Custom Design and Spec Writing per Project
• System Integration – Current Equipment & Phased Development
• Equipment Commissioning and Performance Reporting
• CAD Drawings and Submittals
• In-stock Parts Availability
• Competitor Model Interchanges
• Factory Direct Pre- and Post-installation Technical and Trouble-shooting Support, Start-up Services
• Continuous Improvement Policy – Committed to Innovation