Iron-Manganese Systems
Iron and Manganese Removal Systems
Elztec Water iron-manganese filtration systems completely remove dissolved iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn) ions frequently encountered in well and groundwater through the catalytic oxidation method. While eliminating yellow-brown color turbidity, metallic odor, and taste in water, it permanently prevents rust staining and clogging in plumbing pipes, fixtures, and production machinery.
Product Description
Industrial iron-manganese filtration systems convert dissolved iron-manganese in water into precipitable solid particles by oxidizing them using specialized catalytic mineral beds (Birm, Manganese Greensand, etc.). These oxidized and precipitated particles are retained with high precision in the filter bed; thus, your raw water becomes clear, and your plumbing as well as all production equipment coming into contact with water are secured against clogging and rusting.
Standing out with their fully automatic structure, iron-manganese systems are managed by time- or flow-controlled automatic valves without requiring human intervention. The oxidized pollutants accumulated in the filter bed are loosened and discharged through the drain line by the periodic automatic backwash operation performed by the system. In this way, the mineral bed constantly refreshes itself, continuing to operate with high purification efficiency for many years.
Advanced iron-manganese filtration systems radically solve the color, sediment, and odor problems brought by well water in your enterprises. Thanks to the automatic purification process, it both enhances raw water quality in the production stage and extends the operational life of valves, pumps, membranes, and softener resins in the plumbing, preventing high maintenance costs.
Offered under the assurance of Elztec Water, industrial iron-manganese systems are custom-engineered according to your raw water analysis and flow rate requirements. Our fiberglass (FRP) or steel tank options with high corrosion resistance provide uninterrupted and high-performance operation even under harsh field conditions.
What Problems Do Iron and Manganese Systems Solve?
Automatic iron-manganese systems completely eliminate yellow-brown turbidity, rust stains, bad odors, and metallic tastes in well water, protecting plumbing and production machinery.
How Are Iron and Manganese Filters Cleaned?
Thanks to automatic automation valves, the system initiates the backwash process on its own without requiring human intervention. Iron and manganese precipitates trapped in the mineral bed are flushed out through the drain line.
Why Are Iron and Manganese Systems Important in Well Water Treatment?
High amounts of iron-manganese found in well water cause clogging in pipes, staining on fabrics and textile products, and severe malfunctions in sensitive water treatment equipment. Professional iron-manganese systems filter out these heavy metals without the need for chemical processes, bringing your water up to standards.
How Often Is Media Replacement Performed in Iron and Manganese Systems?
The high-quality catalytic minerals used in our systems maintain their performance for years thanks to periodic automatic backwashing. Depending on the pollution rate of the raw water and operational flow rate, replacing the mineral bed every 2 to 3 years on average is recommended for maximum efficiency.
How Do Iron and Manganese Systems Affect Operating and Energy Costs?
Operating with high efficiency, iron-manganese systems minimize the need for chemical dosing, thereby reducing your operating expenses. By preventing rust buildup and narrowing in pipes, they prevent pumps from consuming extra power and provide energy savings.
Which Parameters Should Be Considered When Selecting Iron and Manganese Systems?
For a correct installation of iron-manganese systems, the pH value of raw water, amounts of dissolved iron-manganese, and instantaneous peak water flow rate must be analyzed in detail. Our expert Elztec Water team conducts project design by determining the most suitable mineral bed and tank capacity for your water analysis.
Technical Specifications and Capacity Table
| Tank | Filtration Velocity (10 m/h) | Mandiox (kg) | Quartz (kg) | Connection Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13x54 | 0.87 | 70 | 15 | 1" - 1 1/4" |
| 14x65 | 1 | 90 | 15 | 1" - 1 1/4" - 1 1/2" - 2" |
| 16x65 | 1.3 | 130 | 20 | 1" - 1 1/4" - 1 1/2" - 2" |
| 18x65 | 1.65 | 160 | 25 | 1" - 1 1/4" - 1 1/2" - 2" |
| 21x62 | 2.25 | 200 | 50 | 1" - 1 1/4" - 1 1/2" - 2" |
| 24x72 | 3 | 250 | 100 | 1 1/2" - 2" |
| 30x72 | 4.6 | 500 | 150 | 1 1/2" - 2" |
| 36x72 | 6.6 | 700 | 250 | 2" |
| 42x72 | 9 | 950 | 300 | 2" |
| 48x72 | 11.7 | 1300 | 500 | 2" |
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