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History

Since 1996, Solmetex has been a trusted provider of amalgam separators, helping dental practices meet the EPA’s regulations for the safe disposal of amalgam waste. Our focus on environmental sustainability and patient safety has made us the preferred choice for thousands of dental offices throughout North America.

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Solmetex Headquarters

In 2022, Solmetex merged with Sterisil and DryShield to provide comprehensive water management solutions for dental practices. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team has the expertise and technology to help dental offices maintain clean, safe, and efficient water in, through, and out of the dental operatory.

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At Solmetex, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service and support. Whether you need help selecting the right products for your practice, or assistance with installation and maintenance, our team of Water Solutions Experts is here to help.

Awards

Solmetex® has 25 years of experience in the field of water filtration and amalgam separation. We have installed more Hg5 Amalgam Separators in the USA and Canada, than all other companies combined. Its superior design is recognized as the preferred product of choice by dentists coast to coast. The Solmetex Hg5 Amalgam Separator has won the Townie Choice awards for the past 17 years in a row.

Dentistry today award 2024
Dental townie choice award 2023
Dental advisor award 2022
Dental townie award 2022
Dental advisor award 2021
Dental townie choice award 2021
Dental product shopper award 2021
Dental advisor award 2020
Dental townie award 2019
Dental townie award 2018
Dental product shopper award 2018
Dental townie award 2017
Dental townie award 2016
Dental product shopper award 2016
Dental advisor award 2015
Dental townie award 2014
Dental advisor award 2014