Summary Dry ice is an innovative solution for the wine and food industries, where temperature control is essential to guarantee product quality. This material, consisting of solid CO₂ at -78.5 °C, offers greater cooling power than traditional ice and sublimates without leaving a liquid residue. In the [...]
Summary This article addresses the crucial issue of cleaning and sanitising in the food industry, a sector regulated by strict hygiene standards such as HACCP. It analyses the criticalities of traditional cleaning methods, which often involve risks of chemical contamination (e.g. caustic soda residues) and biological contamination (e.g. Listeria proliferation due to stagnant water). The article introduces [...]
Summary The article announces DKR's participation in HostMilano 2025, framing the event as the epicentre of innovation for the Horeca sector. The text positions the company as a strategic partner capable of responding to modern demands for sustainability, efficiency and service quality. At the heart of the article is the detailed presentation of two flagship solutions: the [...]
Summary This article takes an in-depth look at the topic of injection and compression mould cleaning in the plastics industry. It begins by highlighting the significant limitations of traditional techniques (mechanical, chemical, ultrasonic), such as surface abrasion, the generation of pollutant residues, long machine downtimes and risks to the safety of [...].
Summary There are experiences that are born out of work and then, almost without realising it, go beyond that. They become a memory, an emotion, the feeling of having been part of something great. As DKR, a company specialising in the production of water dispensers for water houses, the Horeca sector, offices and schools, we are well aware that proper hydration is the fuel [...]
In an era of increasing focus on sustainability, personal well-being and convenience, more and more Italian families are questioning the quality of the water they consume on a daily basis through a dispenser. The choice is no longer just between tap water and bottled water; a third, increasingly popular path has opened up: that of improving [...]
Summary Refrigeration systems for water dispensers are a sustainable solution for offices, schools, HoReCa facilities and water houses. The basic principle is that no cold is produced but heat is removed: thermal energy is transferred from water to another element via a thermodynamic cycle. The refrigeration cycle uses refrigerants that change state [...].
Summary The article analyses the choice between plastic and glass bottles for reuse, highlighting how PET bottles, designed for single use, degrade with repeated washings, creating hygienic risks. Glass emerges as the superior solution: chemically inert, eternally reusable, completely sanitised and sustainable. DKR officially recommends the use of glass bottles in [...]
Summary The article offers a comprehensive guide to reducing daily water consumption, starting with an analysis of the Italian situation, which shows high consumption compared to the European average. DKR, with over 40 years of experience in the water dispenser industry, shares practical strategies for every environment: from the kitchen (reuse of wash water, efficient use of the dishwasher) to the bathroom [...].
Summary In recent years, alkaline water has emerged as a major player in the wellness world, promoted as a drink with almost miraculous properties and capturing the attention of lifestyle-conscious consumers. But what is really behind this label? In this comprehensive guide, we look at the scientific definition of alkaline water (characterised by a higher pH [...].
Summary Fake water news is a growing problem in the digital age that influences crucial health decisions. The water sector is particularly vulnerable to misinformation for two main reasons: water is an essential commodity that generates universal interest and represents a billion-dollar market with strong commercial incentives. Social media accelerates the spread of [...]
Summary Drawing on our decades of experience in the water distribution industry, at DKR we have witnessed and contributed to the evolution of technical language. In this article, we want to explore the term 'naturised water', a concept that is trendy today and closely linked to a specific brand. We tell how a registered trademark and its innovative UV disinfection technology [...]
Summary DKR, a historic company in the distribution of office water since 1983, has extended its services to the supply of dry ice in Lombardy and surrounding provinces, responding to a fast-growing market that will reach $936.90 million globally by 2030. The company is distinguished by its use of CO₂ recovered from industrial processes, [...].
The maintenance of water dispensing systems is a fundamental element in guaranteeing the safety and quality of a basic commodity that we consume on a daily basis. We at DKR, active since 1983 in the construction and maintenance of water dispensers for offices, schools and the Horeca sector, know that this aspect cannot be neglected. Since 1996 we have been [...]
Today, water dispensers in schools represent one of the most effective solutions to promote environmental sustainability among the new generations, as demonstrated by the recent RI.CIRCO.LO announcement by the Lombardy Region, which allocated 10 million euros for projects to prevent waste production. Among the initiatives that can be financed, these devices assume particular relevance not [...]
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