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Sediment
and Particulate Matter
Automatic Backwashing Sediment Filters
Sediment
Filters with Replaceable Cartridges
There are many causes for "sediment" in water. Although most
sediment (those particles which can settle out in a jar of water) is
often described as looking like dirt or soil, that is usually not the
case. Its important to properly identify the cause in order to choose
the right filter or system. Often the best first step is to get an accurate
water analysis. You can also fill out an online
technical request form and one of our water technicians will assist
you in trying to identify the cause of the problem and recommend a solution.
Some of the more common causes are:
- Decaying piping
and distribution systems
- Decaying water
heater liners and dip tubes
- Decaying storage
tank liners, pressure tanks, or pumping systems
- Iron or manganese
oxides (rust)
- Black ferric
sulfide after hydrogen sulfide odors
- Sand, grit or
particles from improperly flushed pipelines after repairs
- Actual particles
from ground water such as silt or sand from improperly run or constructed
treatment plants
- Particles, grit
and sediment from malfunctioning treatment plants
- Water softening
resin or other filter media from failed home treatment systems
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