What is a Point of Use Water Cooler?

Point of use water coolers are water cooler dispensers that connect directly to the building’s city water source, can filter the water, and heat or cool the water before it is used. This type of water cooler dispenser is often referred to as a POU Dispenser, or POU Water Cooler Dispenser. Since the water dispenser stores, and heats or cools the water, it typically requires a standard 115 volt outlet power source. Depending on the type of filtration the unit uses, a connection to the building’s drainage system may be needed (a drainage outlet is only need for Reverse Osmosis filtration systems). Typical POU water dispensers come in either free standing or countertop units. The freestanding POU dispensers sit on the ground and are up to 40 inches tall; this is the most common sized water dispenser. Countertop units are intended to be used in smaller spaces and sit on a table or countertop. Because the countertop units are smaller, they store less water and are intended to service a smaller number of people.

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