FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Tankless water heater manufacturer Noritz America released an updated version of its hard water-treatment product, Scale Shield.
The original Scale Shield aids in preventing the build-up of hard water minerals while eliminating the need for a water softener. Hard water contains dissolved calcium and magnesium that, when heated, are released in the form of a chalk-like material. This chalk coats pipes, fixtures, and fittings, creating an insulating layer that leads to lower efficiency and system malfunction.