Carbon Media Loading - Pure Aqua Learning Center

Summary

This video demonstrates how to properly load activated carbon media into a 12-inch FRP tank, commonly used for water filtration. It explains the tools needed, safety precautions, and step-by-step instructions for loading the fine gravel and carbon media. The video highlights the importance of precise calculations, proper riser pipe alignment, and ensuring adequate freeboard for effective filtration. It also touches on when to replace the carbon media, typically every 6 to 12 months, and invites viewers to contact Pure Aqua for high-quality media and tanks.

Takeaways

• 🛠️ The video demonstrates the process of loading carbon filtration media into a 12-inch FRP tank.
• 💧 Activated carbon media is used for the removal of organic and inorganic compounds, including chlorine, taste, and odor.
• 🏗️ The filtration media serves as a pretreatment in smaller commercial reverse osmosis (RO) systems, as it's a cost-effective solution.
• 🪣 Recommended tools include a bucket, funnel, scissors, masking tape, plastic pipe caps, and different media types like carbon, calcite, and gravel.
• 🪨 Pure Aqua suggests using fine gravel for smaller tanks, covering the riser screen with approximately one-sixth of a cubic foot of gravel.
• 🛡️ Personnel safety during the media loading process is emphasized, with recommendations to adhere to local codes for protective gear, such as gloves and masks.
• 🔍 Before loading media, double-check that the riser pipe is centered and securely capped to prevent debris from entering.
• 🔦 After loading the gravel, it's essential to check the level and ensure it covers the screen at the bottom of the tank.
• ⚖️ Pre-calculated media volumes are used to ensure the correct amount of carbon media is loaded, with emphasis on proper freeboard documentation.
• 🕒 Carbon media typically lasts between 6 to 12 months, and replacement frequency should be based on operating conditions and water quality monitoring.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of activated carbon media in filtration systems?

Activated carbon media is used for the removal of organic and inorganic compounds, such as chlorine, taste, and odor, making it effective in improving water quality in filtration systems.

Why is activated carbon commonly used in smaller commercial RO systems?

Activated carbon is commonly used in smaller commercial RO systems as pretreatment because it is a cost-effective way to remove unwanted compounds like chlorine, taste, and odor.

What are the necessary tools and materials for loading filtration media?

The necessary tools and materials include an empty bucket, funnel, scissors, masking tape, plastic pipe caps, various types of media (e.g., carbon, calcite), and gravel underbedding.

How much gravel should be used to cover the riser screen in a 12-inch FRP tank?

Approximately one-sixth of a cubic foot of fine gravel should be used to cover the riser screen at the bottom of a 12-inch FRP tank.

What safety precautions should be followed during media loading?

Safety precautions such as wearing gloves, masks, and other protective gear should be followed to prevent inhaling fumes and ensure personnel safety, following local safety codes.

Why is it important to ensure the riser pipe is centered before loading the media?

Ensuring the riser pipe is centered is critical because once the media is loaded, it becomes very difficult to realign the pipe, which can affect filtration efficiency.

What is the process for loading gravel into the tank?

Gravel should be transferred into a bucket in smaller quantities and then funneled into the tank. A flashlight should be used to ensure the gravel covers the riser screen adequately.

Why is it necessary to measure the freeboard in the tank after loading the media?

Measuring the freeboard is important for maintenance purposes, as it helps to monitor the volume of media in the tank and detect any potential media loss over time.

How often should carbon media be replaced?

Carbon media typically lasts between 6 to 12 months. The replacement frequency depends on the specific operating conditions and the concentration of compounds being removed.

What should operators monitor to determine when carbon media needs replacement?

Operators should measure the concentration of compounds in the water before and after the filter and monitor changes over time to determine when the carbon media needs replacement.