Iron-related staining
Select an iron treatment configuration for the type and concentration found in the supply.
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IronShield · Iron and manganese treatment
Get ahead of
stains and odour.
Orange staining, dark deposits or a sulphur smell deserve a closer look at the water. IronShield combines a treatment configuration chosen for your test results with an installation designed around your home.
1.0, 1.5, 2.0 and 3.0 cu. ft. configurations
Watch how it works
Water is our business.
1.0–3.0cu. ft. sizing options
3–6US gpm service flow
Test firstmedia matched to your water
Water, explained · 02
Change its form.
Then capture it.
An oxidation-and-filtration sequence makes dissolved iron—and, under suitable conditions, manganese—easier to capture.
Inside the processIllustration
01Oxidise
Air or another suitable oxidant helps convert dissolved metals into particles.
02Capture
The filter media retains those particles as water passes through.
03Backwash
A separate cleaning cycle lifts and flushes accumulated material to the drain.
The media, oxidant, pH and available backwash flow must suit the water. This is a process illustration, not a universal removal claim.
About this illustration
A simplified explanation with compressed time and enlarged particles. Equipment design and treatment results vary with the selected system and your water. Learn more: Nebraska Extension ↗
The everyday difference
Treat the cause behind the marks.
Similar-looking stains can have different causes. The water results determine the treatment media and operating requirements.
Manganese-related deposits
Use a manganese-capable configuration when the water results call for it.
A plan for odour
Investigate sulphur odour and choose suitable treatment for its source and measured concentration.
IronShield is selected for specific water conditions. It does not replace softening for hardness or a disinfection step where one is required.
How we approach it
The media matters.
So does the plumbing.
Air-oxidation configurations introduce air before the water passes through treatment media. Backwashing refreshes the bed and carries away collected material.
- Understand the chemistryReview iron, manganese, pH and other relevant findings together.
- Confirm the water supplyCheck that the pump and drain can support the required backwash flow.
- Build the treatment sequenceCombine filtration, softening or drinking-water treatment where the assessment supports it.
The details
Know what you’re choosing.
Compare the sizes and performance. We help match the configuration to your water and home.
Sizing and performance · IronShield
| Specification | 1.0 cu. ft. | 1.5 cu. ft. | 2.0 cu. ft. | 3.0 cu. ft. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Media volume | 1.0 cu. ft. | 1.5 cu. ft. | 2.0 cu. ft. | 3.0 cu. ft. |
| Service flow | 3.0 US gpm | 4.0 US gpm | 5.0 US gpm | 6.0 US gpm |
| Intermittent peak flow | 6.0 US gpm | 10.0 US gpm | 12.0 US gpm | 14.0 US gpm |
| Treatment tank | 9 × 48 in. | 10 × 54 in. | 12 × 52 in. | 14 × 65 in. |
| Tank and control height | 56 in. | 62 in. | 60 in. | 74 in. |
| Iron-focused configuration: iron limit | Up to 10 mg/L | Up to 10 mg/L | Up to 10 mg/L | Up to 10 mg/L |
| Iron-focused configuration: pH range | 7.0–8.5 | 7.0–8.5 | 7.0–8.5 | 7.0–8.5 |
| Manganese-focused configuration: manganese limit | Up to 1.0 mg/L | Up to 1.0 mg/L | Up to 1.0 mg/L | Up to 1.0 mg/L |
| Manganese-focused configuration: pH range | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 |
These are selection limits for the corresponding air-oxidation configurations, not guaranteed combined removal levels. Performance depends on the complete water chemistry. Peak flow is intermittent. We confirm the exact media, settings and pump capacity for each installation.
Backwashing and installation details
| Specification | 1.0 cu. ft. | 1.5 cu. ft. | 2.0 cu. ft. | 3.0 cu. ft. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backwash flow required | 4.0 US gpm | 5.0 US gpm | 7.0 US gpm | 10.0 US gpm |
Backwashing cleans the media bed. These figures are the flow needed during backwashing, in US gallons per minute, not the total water used per cycle or per day. We check the available supply flow, drain capacity and cycle settings before installation.
01 · The waterStart with the results.
02 · The householdSize for real demand.
03 · The installationMake the space work.
Custom-designed systems
Your water.
Your home.
Your space.
We select and combine the right components, size the system and plan the plumbing around the home. Closets, compact utility rooms and unusual layouts are part of the design conversation.
- Equipment chosen for the water results
- Capacity matched to household demand
- A layout planned for installation and future service
Living with your system
Support after
installation.
We explain the equipment, the service routine and how to reach us when something changes.
Let the backwash cycle run
Maintain the required water supply and an unobstructed drain connection.
Watch for changes
A return of staining or odour is a reason to check operation and retest the supply.
Service for the actual water
Media care and replacement needs depend on loading, operating history and the configuration installed.
A few useful answers
Questions, answered.
Will every iron filter remove manganese?
No. Manganese needs an appropriate configuration and water conditions. We select the media using the measured manganese and pH results.
Can you combine it with a softener?
Yes. When the water calls for both, we plan a treatment sequence that addresses iron or manganese as well as hardness.
Why do you check the pump?
The filter needs enough flow during backwashing to clean its media properly. A household flow estimate alone does not establish that the pump can supply it.
Does sulphur odour always mean the same treatment?
No. The source of the odour and the measured water conditions matter. We investigate before recommending equipment.
A complete treatment plan
Sometimes the right answer
has more than one step.
Start with your water
Let’s find what
works for your home.
Tell us where you are, what you’re noticing and what space you have. We’ll help you understand the next step.
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