Potable Water
Automatic intake-water filtration for potable water systems that need reliable particulate removal before downstream treatment.
When dealing with Potable Water, there are many water quality issues that must be addressed through filtration.
- Potable water facilities can receive sediment, organics, and suspended solids from surface or groundwater sources.
- Particulates can increase loading on downstream treatment, membranes, valves, and pumps.
- Manual strainers and disposable filters can add maintenance burden in continuous service.
Conditions, Contaminants, and Considerations
Water sources may vary, but the primary water sources for Potable Water filtration are:
- Surface water
- Well water
- Municipal intake water
- Reservoir water
In this application, water is usually filtered within the 100-500 micron range to remove contaminants like:
- Sand
- Silt
- Organic matter
- Suspended solids
Due to these constraints, certain design considerations must be made to accommodate variables that can interfere with the filtration process. Factors such as Source water quality, Treatment train, Flow rate, Micron rating, Regulatory requirements, and Flush water handling must be accounted for to ensure reliable and efficient water filtration.
Benefits
Filtering the water before industrial or commercial use:
- Reduces larger particulate load before downstream treatment.
- Protects pumps, valves, and process equipment.
- Supports automatic screen cleaning in continuous water service.
Relevant FAQs
Does the filter waste a lot of water while cleaning itself?
No, because of how quickly the filter cleans itself. Typical backwash water volume is as little as 10 gallons.
