YORK ENERGY CONSERVATION

The ION STICK materialized as an electrostatic water treatment device in 1978. Designing and marketing of this product originated with the company name of York Energy Conservation which was located in Georgetown, Ontario. By 1981, initial patents were applied for in Canada and the United States and later granted. Patents were also applied for in specific markets world-wide and subsequently granted.

At first, the ION STICK applications were limited to potable hot water and closed heating systems. Due to the cleansing ability of the product, the ION STICK often was utilized as a problem solver of fouled heating elements and exchangers. Reduction in maintenance and the improvement in heat transfer (energy conservation) provided a measurable return on investment. As the ION STICK's benefits were substantiated, it was apparent that other heat transfer recirculating systems would benefit with the product. New applications included closed loop cooling systems, open recirculating systems, and steam generators.

In 1987, marketing and sales were extended overseas. The York Energy Conservation name was retained. Manufacturing of the ION STICK was relocated to Concord, Ontario and then to a larger, expanded facility in Richmond Hill, Ontario.

In 1988, the support division for York Energy Conservation, known as Advanced Water Technology Inc. (A.W.T.) was created. This division was formed to provide the back-up services necessary to ensure the performance of the ION STICK is gradually gaining acceptance as an effective, non-chemical approach towards water treatment. With more emphasis being placed on environmental impact, safety awareness, energy conservation, and cost, the need for this type of technology is apparent. The popularity of the ION STICK has initiated an interest in many other applications. Research and development is being conducted to meet all possible markets.