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There are many methods of filtering water and some of them have been around for hundreds of years. Some are highly complex and require constant maintenance and others are simple requiring only minimal servicing. Some methods require significant amounts of energy and others rely only on hydraulic forces and gravity to work effectively.
To decide which is the most appropriate method of water filtration to use in any given circumstance depends, among other things, on the source of the feed water, the intended use of the water and the volume of water which is required to be filtered.
H2Only is familiar with all types of water filtration and can advise you on the most suitable and cost-effective solution for your particular requirements in your unique location.
Two of the most common domestic filtration methods which are suitable for the Australian consumer are:
Cartridge Filtration
A home water filtration system such as the H2Only Snaplock Twin or Maxiflow Filter Systems utilise cartridge filtration, whereby the pores of the filter attract and retain certain pollutants.
The H2Only SnapLock Twin Filter System has a 1 micron sediment filter cartridge and a 1 micron carbon block filter cartridge. The sediment filter cartridge is a polyurethane sieve with microscopic pores to catch particulate impurities such as dirt, sand and rust.
The carbon filter cartridge is made from powdered carbon and can effectively remove the pollutants which cause the unpleasant taste, colour and odour in tap water including chlorine, pesticides and heavy metals. The carbon filter can also reduce parasitic cysts such as giardia and cryptosporidium cysts if they are present.
Crucially, the filters leave natural fluoride in the water supply which assists in the development of healthy teeth. They will also inhibit lime-scale build up in water-using appliances.
View our range of water filtration systems.
Reverse Osmosis
Reverse osmosis uses an advanced thin film composite membrane that removes heavy metals such as lead and aluminium as well as micro-organisms such as bacteria and viruses from the water. Reverse osmosis is a process where the water is passed under pressure over a synthetic 0.006-micron membrane.
The water pressure forces the pure water molecules through the membrane leaving the pollutants behind to be passed into the waste system.
View our range of reverse osmosis water filters.