1.) Tyent USA –  Tyent USA leads the list this week with their double super sale.  All of their water ionizers are already on sale, but now on top of they are offering a free upgrade to their next model up.  This means you can get a 9090T for the cost of 7070T or get a UCE-9000 for the price of a 9090T.  Tack on free UPS ground shipping and its almost too good to be true.  They only do offer prices this low once a year, so timing is critical here.  Visit www.tyentusa.com/news for details.  Great job on this one Tyent.

2.) KYK USA – KYK USA is offering $300.00 off + free ground shipping on their KYK G2.  This unit ranked very well in our test and we gave it our best value award.  You can pick up this great machine for only $1695.00.  KYK USA says this sale will end without notice, so don’t miss this one.  Visit www.kykusa.com to purchase.  Thanks for the great sale KYK USA.

3.) Alkalux – This one is a bit of a secret, and it isn’t advertised anywhere.  This coupon code was sent in by one of our readers.  We can’t guarantee that is will work, but you can give it a shot.  Just go to www.alkalux.com and use the promo code “alkalux200″.  This will save you $200.00 off the already low price of $1695.00.  Alkalux is a great starter machine.  Thanks to our reader for the tip.

If you come across any special sales or great promo codes, be sure to send them in.  You can send all information to info@ionizerresearch.com .

Happy Shopping!

“No.” says the Environmental Working Group in California.

They recently published the findings of their three year study on contaminants found in municipal water systems. Here’s a sample of what they had to say…

Americans have good reason to worry about the safety of the drinking water that flows from their taps, according to the results of a 3-year investigation by the Environmental Working Group (EWG).

EWG assembled an unprecedented database of 20 million drinking water quality tests performed by water utilities since 2004. It reveals a total of 316 contaminants in water supplied to 256 million Americans in 48,000 communities in 45 states. Among the contaminants were 202 chemicals that are not subject to any government regulation or safety standards for drinking water. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set enforceable drinking water safety standards for only 114 of the 316 substances detected (EPA 2009b).

For the 114 contaminants that are regulated, EWG’s drinking water quality analysis found that utilities achieved 92 percent compliance with EPA’s mandatory health standards, demonstrating that utilities can and do comply with regulatory standards when they exist. However, EPA’s failure to establish effective source water protection programs and to develop enforceable standards for scores of other contaminants leaves the public at risk.

This article and complete study can be found online by clicking on the sample above. On this site you will also find a ranking of cities across America and how they measured up in the study. Find yours and learn what chemicals and contaminants were found, if any, in your local water supply.

The point of this blog is merely to inform you that you can be aware of what you are consuming and take steps to address it. Don’t wait for Big Brother to fix your water. Learn what you need to know and make the water treatment selection that is right for you.

Other manufacturers employ more conventional retail and wholesale sales strategies.  The industry-leading Tyent model proves that a brand can be successful without an MLM sales force building the marketplace.

In the next few months, however, a new player enters the marketplace.  Evontis, though quiet for the last few months, officially ends their pre-launch period on January 25th and will begin a soft-launch of their new network marketing sales plan.  Evontis is the newest group to chip away at Enagic’s dominant position.

From my perspective, Evontis has a better chance to succeed than Ionways or Vollara for 2 good reasons.

First, Evontis uses the same technological powerhouse that runs the Tyent line of water ionizers.  Tyent smashed on to the scene years ago with a model that out-performed the competition in the highly competitive US marketplace, and has proven ever since then that the best product will in fact be a best seller and will demand (and get) a premium for its top-quality product.  By partnering with the same manufacturer and having many components in common with the Tyent line, it will be interesting to see how consumers reconcile the Evontis compensation plan with their top-performing product.  In the past, consumers that were already apprehensive about Enagic’s comp plan solidified their decision to steer clear upon discovering that “most expensive” wasn’t also “industry best”.  Evontis has a clear advantage here, and this will certainly cause many consumers to overcome their apprehension to obtain the best on the market.

Second, though Evontis does have the Elite Water Ionizer as its flagship product, it doesn’t stop there.  Evontis created a full line of products focused on “turning your home into the healthiest place on earth.”  For roughly the same price point as Enagic’s Kangen ionizer, a consumer can get the industry’s best water ionizer (the Evontis Elite), a set of air ionizers, a pH-sensitive shower filter (Shower pHresh), and a host of other alkaline-activated products that complement the water ionizer.

The biggest challenge Evontis will face as it gets started will be to figure out how to compete with Enagic’s army of reps, many of whom rely on innuendos, half truths and whisper-down-the-lane rumors to make sales.  Much of the time I spend updating this website is to answer the “my Kangen rep told me…” questions, which range all the way from “beginner’s mistakes” to “blatant lies”.  With a product as good as what Evontis is bringing to market, it will be interesting to see how this affects their sales strategy, since they won’t need to bluff their way through the price point.  A superior product demands a superior price, which is exactly why Tyent has done so well to date.  I wouldn’t be surprised if Evontis does even better.

But now, with Evontis introducing the next generation of water ionizers at a competitive price point through a network marketing strategy, this could change the game for a lot of top manufacturers.  Time will tell.

After much anticipation, I FINALLY completed a new video that provides an in-depth review of plate technology.  My goal is to dispel the many myths and rumors floating around the industry and set the record straight.  Take a look at the new Poisonous Plates page and watch the short (and funny) video to get up to speed on the differences between solid, mesh and hybrid plate design.

Speaking of the new funny video, I finally gave in to all the complaints about poor audio quality and editing in the videos and asked a friend to trade some of his filming and editing skills.  I hope to produce many more original clips that are no longer an eye-sore.  Thanks Edan!

Lately we’ve added some great new content that will make learning about this incredible industry even easier and, hopefully, even more entertaining. Why shouldn’t you have fun while getting healthy, right?

We’ve just posted our new “Welcome!” video and I think you’ll like it. You’ll find it on our “About” page at the top (and you can click on this link to go to that page directly from this message). Let me know what you think of the new video in the comment section of this blog (below).

Please share this video with your friends and family and you’ll be helping me accomplish my goal of making this world a little bit healthier.

We have a lot more in the works so keep checking back!

You’ll find all sorts of data here from video testimonials to an explanation of what alkaline water is and how it works.

Take advantage of these invaluable resources and share your favorite parts with family and friends. I want everyone to be healthier and happier. Cheers!

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Though my story isn’t that exciting, I do believe it’s quite unique, and worth sharing.  For those that care, it’s important to know who runs the site that provides such detailed and often startling information about the interesting world of alkaline water.

Though much of my research, reviews and comparison videos speak for themselves, you may find it valuable to know the story of the man behind IonizersReviewed.com.  And so, for the first time, I share it on the new about page.  Check it out and feel free to post comments and questions!

• That IR had a monumental impact on the water ionizer industry
• That most of the country has yet to discover the amazing benefit of alkaline water

The water ionizer industry is too big and growing too quickly to ignore.  While I have thoroughly enjoyed my role as an independent and objective reviewer and manufacturer watchdog, it is now time for me to move on and play a more active role in the business.  To that end, I have decided to start consulting for several of the large water ionizer businesses here in the USA.

If you happen to also get involved in the industry, chances are good that our paths may cross again in the future.  I look forward to working directly with many of you to be a part of your success and happiness in life.

Rob