Tag: water purification

What is the Difference between Air Charger Iron Filters and Maxi-Vent Air Compressor System Iron Filters?

For a Birm or Pro-OX iron filter to work properly, there must be enough dissolved oxygen present in the water to help assist the filter media to oxidize iron and manganese particles for filtration. A good way to achieve oxidation without having to install an open atmospheric pressure storage tank and additional booster pump is to … Continue reading What is the Difference between Air Charger Iron Filters and Maxi-Vent Air Compressor System Iron Filters?

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How to Eliminate Odor from Well Water: Chlorination or Aeration

Foul water smells are a common problem in well water systems. They’re generally caused by hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas, which can get into water sources in several ways: via sewage systems, near coal and peat deposits, in oil fields, and most commonly from iron and sulfur bacteria. These bacteria thrive on iron and sulfur and … Continue reading How to Eliminate Odor from Well Water: Chlorination or Aeration

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