Thinking About a New Filtration System? Don’t Skip These 3 Key Checks

Upgrading equipment can be exciting, but selecting the right filtration system takes more than just picking what's new or popular. A little upfront planning ensures your investment delivers real results.

Here are three critical factors to get right from the start:

1. Understand Your Water Quality & Solids Load: Before anything else, evaluate your source water. High levels of total suspended solids (TSS) mean more debris for your system to capture, which means more frequent backwashing. If the water’s too dirty and your system isn’t sized or set up properly for it, pressure drops and reduced efficiency aren’t far behind.

2. Flow Rate & Backwash Performance Go Hand in Hand: It might seem like oversizing a system is safe, but when it comes to filtration, too much flow can disrupt proper backwashing. Every unit is built with a recommended flow rate and backwash pressure to ensure the media bed is fully lifted and cleaned. Miss these specs, and leftover debris starts to accumulate, eventually leading to performance issues and more frequent cleanouts.

3. Don’t Overlook the Service Filtration Rate: This metric shows how much water passes through each square foot of filter media is vital. It varies depending on your media type and the clarity of your source water. Dialing this in ensures your system runs efficiently and delivers consistent results.

We love talking through system design. A short conversation now can prevent major issues later. Reach out, we’re here to help you make the smartest choice for your project.