UF Refill Stations for Municipal Water: When They Are the Right Choice
Quick answer: A UF (ultrafiltration) station suits shops on municipal (council) water that is already low in salt and fluoride. UF removes particles, bacteria and cloudiness but not dissolved salts, so it costs less and wastes almost no water. H-TECH 3-in-1 municipal UF stations start from KSh 240,000. For borehole or salty water, choose RO.
Key facts
- UF: for low-TDS council water
- Removes particles, bacteria, cloudiness; not salt or fluoride
- Little reject water and lower running costs than RO
- Test the water first: high TDS or fluoride → RO
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H-TECH municipal UF stations
H-Tech 3-in-1 Municipal UF 250LKSh 240,000
H-Tech 3-in-1 Municipal UF 500LKSh 280,000
H-Tech 3-in-1 Municipal UF 1000LKSh 320,000| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| H-Tech 3-in-1 Municipal UF 250L | KSh 240,000 |
| H-Tech 3-in-1 Municipal UF 500L | KSh 280,000 |
| H-Tech 3-in-1 Municipal UF 1000L | KSh 320,000 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 30 September 2026).
UF or RO?
| Your water | Choose |
|---|---|
| Council water with low TDS | UF station |
| Borehole water | RO (test first) |
| High fluoride or salty taste | RO |
| Unsure | Test the water: reading a test report |
What is in a 3-in-1 station
- Pre-filtration and UF membrane.
- UV disinfection before filling.
- Bottle rinsing and filling in one unit.
Related: RO vs UF and how to start a refill business.
Watch: starting a water refill business
Frequently asked questions
Can I use UF for borehole water?
Usually not; most boreholes have dissolved salts or fluoride that need RO. Test the water first.
Does UF remove bacteria?
Yes, UF membranes remove bacteria, and the station also has UV before filling.
How much is a UF refill station?
H-TECH 3-in-1 municipal UF stations start from KSh 240,000.
Does UF waste water like RO?
Very little. The membrane is flushed from time to time, but there is no continuous reject stream.