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Iron & Manganese in Groundwater

What are iron and manganese?

Iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn) are metallic elements present in many types of rock. Both are found naturally in ground water in most if not all regions of the US. Aesthetic levels for iron in drinking water is less than or equal to 0.3 mg/L or ppm while the level for manganese in drinking water is less than or equal to 0.05 mg/L or ppm. Water with high levels of iron and manganese may cause staining on plumbing fixtures and laundry. High can cause off color, bad bitter tastes, and rust flakes in the water. Similarity, manganese typically form black particles and also give the water an off color and unpleasant taste.

 

Calcium & Mangnesium in Groundwater

 

What is hard water?

Water that is hard contains calcium and magnesium compounds. Rain water is naturally soft - it does not contain any minerals, but as it seeps through the ground it can pick up minerals, such as calcium and magnesium compounds, from the soil and rocks it passes through. If rain water passes through soft rocks like chalk or limestone, it picks up these minerals. If it passes through hard rocks, such as granite or through peaty soils, it does not pick up these minerals and so remains soft. Hard water causes pipes to scale to collect in coffee makers, dishwashers and washing machines. If the scale collects in hot water haeters it shortens their life and makes appliances less efficient. It is also more difficult to work up a lather from soap, washing up liquid and washing powders.

 

Hydrogen Sulfide in Groundwater

 

What is sulfur water?

Sulfur in your well water supply is easily recognized by its offensive odor. Hydrogen sulfide gas causes "rotten-egg" or sulfur water smell. High concentrations can also change the taste of the water. As well as, corrode metals such as iron, steel, copper and brass. Hydrogen sulfide amounts of 0.5 mg/l or more are usually noticed, even in cold water. Wells drilled in shale or sandstone, or near coal or oil fields often have hydrogen sulfide present.Hydrogen sulfide may also be produced when sulfate in well water converts to hydrogen sulfide. Certain non-disease-producing bacteria (sulfur bacteria) use the oxygen in the sulfate to form hydrogen sulfide.

 

Total Dissolved Solids in Groundwater

What is TDS?
Total dissolved solids (TDS) is a measure of the total amount of all the materials that are dissolved in water. These materials, both natural and anthropogenic (made by humans), are mainly inorganic solids, with a minor amount of organic material. Depending on the type of water, TDS can vary greatly from a few milligrams per liter to percent levels (tens of thousands of milligrams per liter). Seawater contains 3.5% (35,000 mg/L) TDS. Elevated TDS levels are often due to natural environmental features such as: mineral springs, carbonate deposits, salt deposits and sea water intrusion, but other sources may include: salts used for road de-icing, sewage, drinking water treatment chemicals, stormwater and agricultural runoff, and wastewater discharges. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Secondary Drinking Water Standards recommends that the TDS concentrations in drinking water not exceed 500 mg/L based on taste and aesthetics.

 

National Secondary Drinking Water Regulations (NSDWRs or secondary standards) are non-enforceable guidelines regulating contaminants that may cause cosmetic effects (such as skin or tooth discoloration) or aesthetic effects (such as taste, odor, or color) in drinking water. EPA recommends secondary standards to water systems but does not require systems to comply. However, states may choose to adopt them as enforceable standards.

 

EPA Secondary Drinking Water Limits For The Following:

Color 15 (color units)

Chloride 250 mg/L
Corrosivity noncorrosive
Iron 0.3 mg/L
Manganese 0.05 mg/L
Odor 3 threshold odor number
pH 6.5-8.5
Sulfate 250 mg/L
Total Dissolved Solids 500 mg/L

RainDance Water Systems is a leading ground water filter company providing water treatment solutions, information and technical support for all filtration water treatment products and equipment. Many websites claim to be water treatment "specialist" and offer filters at "rock bottom wholesale prices" However, we have discovered that very few water treatment companies have the knowledge, ability or the equipment selection to effectively treat your ground water problems. We consider iron, manganese and sulfur filters for hydrogen sulfide removal to be our specialty. Please continue on to see how easily we can solve your ground water related iron problems and more.

 

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Groundwater Treatment Selection Guide

The Iron Max Series: These Maintenance-Free systems are completely chemical and salt free. In other words they do not require salt pellets or chemicals for backwashing. Designed to filter high levels of Ferrous (clear water iron), Ferric (red/orange as drawn), Manganese (black staining), Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (rotten egg odor), and Suspended Solids (solid particles suspended in water) to provide quality drinking water. Our Maxi-Cure Series use NSF Approved Certified 61 filtration media. For complete pricing and information please click on the Model Type you are interest in:

Iron Max-9: Designed for a household of 1 to 5 persons

Iron Max-10: Designed for a household of 5 to 8 persons

Iron Max-125: Designed for higher well flow rates from 15gpm to 30gpm

Iron Max-ID: Designed for industrial flow rates from 40gpm to 130gpm

 

Upgrade For Added Filtration - Deluxe Iron Max-UV Packages are designed for well water sources only. Why Our Deluxe Iron Max Package With UV Treatment: Assurance: Aside from iron, manganese and hydrogen sulfide gas odor filtration. All Deluxe Iron Max-UV Packages include the Hallett™ 15xs UV System which are NSF/ANSI 55 Class A certified and globally recognized as the leading market leader for markets requiring NSF/ANSI 55 Class A certification. Crossfire Technology is engineered to be risk-free and fail-safe: Crossfire Technology uses dual smart UV sensors mounted in air, which are designed to not foul and are more reliable indicators of system performance than ordinary systems. The lamps are fan-cooled and maintain consistent levels of UV output for maximum pathogen deactivation. Computerized alarms and an auto shut-off fail-safe valve are designed so that only safe water can enter your water system. Crossfire Technology is self-cleaning: Crossfire Technology uses a stainless steel wiper to clean the inside of the quartz sleeve eliminating quartz fouling and the need for a water softener making abrasive quartz cleaning a thing of the past – saving money and the environment. Crossfire Technology is virtually maintenance-free: Crossfire technology utilizes two lamps mounted in air, outside the quartz sleeve so maintaining a Hallett is as easy as changing a light bulb with nosystem draining required. The UV lamps require replacement after 12 months of operation and notification of lamp replacement is given via a warning one month in advance. Each system is shipped with a Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor (TVSS)/Surge Protective Device (SPD) that has been certified to the UL 1449 standard by an NRTL/C and includes integral Over/Under Voltage shutoff protection. Crossfire Technology is easy to install: Crossfire technology employs flexible stainless steel hoses with Female Iron Pipe (FIP) connections for quick and simple installation. The Hallett 15xs has a smart display: The operator interface is designed to allow unprecedented access to information such as lamp lifetime, message history and UV intensity display.

Choose from the following 3 Whole House Deluxe Iron Max-UV Water Well Packages:
Deluxe Iron Max-UV-9
Deluxe Iron Max-UV-10
Deluxe Iron Max-UV-125-12

 

See our complete selection of non-chemical iron filters and water well treatment systems on our online "Green Website"

The Iron Eater Series: These systems filter over twice as much iron and four times the water hardness as the Iron Max. Salt or potassium pellets are required for backwashing. Designed to filter higher levels of Ferrous (clear water iron), Ferric (red/orange as drawn), Manganese (black staining), and Hard Water (calcium and magnesium scale). For complete pricing and information please click on the Model Type you are interest in:

Iron Eater-9: Designed for a household of 1 to 5 persons

Iron Eater-10: Designed for a household of 5 to 8 persons

Iron Eater-125: Designed for higher well flow rates from 15gpm to 22gpm

Twin Iron Eater: Alternating twin tanks designed for continuous filtration

 

Deluxe Iron Eater-125UV Series - If you are looking for an independently certified UV water system, then the Sterilight Platinum™ system should be your choice. The SPV-15 carries NSF/ANSI Standard 55, Class A certification and provides a flow rate of 15.0 gpm. Boil water advisory? Township and city-managed water supplies aren’t failsafe, either. Boil water advisories are becoming more common. Beyond the inconvenience they cause, such advisories are a clear warning that the clean water we’ve taken for granted is becoming a scarce resource.These units are ideal for use in any UV application where a third-party validated unit is specified.

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The Iron Max Plus Series: This package combines 2 systems the Iron Max with our automatic feed pump system. The Iron Max is designed to filter high levels of Ferrous (clear water iron), Ferric (red/orange as drawn), Manganese (black staining), Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (rotten egg odor), and Suspended Solids (solid particles suspended in water) to provide quality drinking water. The Feed Pump is designed to raise a Low pH (acidic water), treat Iron Bacteria (slimy iron), and Sulfur Reducing Bacteria (rotten egg odor). Our Iron Max uses NSF Approved Certified 61 filtration media. For complete pricing and information please click on the Model Type you are interest in:

Iron Max Plus-9: Designed for a household of 1 to 5 persons

Iron Max Plus-10: Designed for a household of 5 to 8 persons

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TV SERIES QUALITY WHOLE HOUSE/COMMERCIAL REVERSE OSMOSIS - User Friendly !

TV series are designed for whole house /commercial /industrial applications where floor space is at a premium. All major system elements are mounted within a sturdy tubular stainless steel frame, welded for long term rigidity and open for easy access to all components. The TV system is a compact, heavy duty R.O. water purifier for users requiring 2000 to 12000 gallons per day water production. TV systems are fully equipped with the instruments and controls needed for reliable long term operation.

 

TSM & TV Series: Whole house reverse osmosis from 400gpd to 12,000gpd

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The Nitrate Eater Series: These systems serve a dual purpose filter Nitrates and soften hard water. Salt or potassium pellets are required for backwashing. Designed to filter high levels of Nitrates (found in water supplies that are in areas where there are heavy use of fertilizers. Nitrates can cause Methemoglobinemia a.k.a. blue baby syndrome. This is a serious condition in young infants and new born animals where the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood is reduced.), and Hard Water (calcium and magnesium scale). Our Nitrate Eater uses NSF Approved Certified 61 filtration media. Note: Our Nitrate Eater is not available for sale in California.For complete pricing and information please click on the Model Type you are interest in:

Nitrate Eater-10: Designed for a household of 1 to 8 persons

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The Sulfate Eater Series: These systems serve a dual purpose filter Sulfate and soften hard water. Salt or potassium pellets are required for backwashing. Designed to filter high levels of Sulfates (Sulfate which is a combination of sulfur and oxygen (SO4) exists as a dissolved salt in the water. As such it is colorless and odorless. It is not to be confused with the gas in the water that causes a rotten egg odor), and Hard Water (calcium and magnesium scale). For complete pricing and information please click on the Model Type you are interest in:

Sulfate Eater-10: Designed for a household of 1 to 8 persons

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The Tannin Eater Series: These systems serve a dual purpose filter Tannins and soften hard water. Salt or potassium pellets are required for backwashing. Designed to filter high levels of Tannins (found in waters which have passed through large quantities of decaying vegetation. Tannins can cause yellow water and yellow staining on fabrics and fixtures.) and Hard Water (calcium and magnesium scale). For complete pricing and information please click on the Model Type you are interest in:

Tannin Eater-10: Designed for a household of 1 to 8 persons

Exclusive Whole House Well Water Treatment System Spotlight: Customized Well Water Water Softeners PLUS Whole House Water Filters. Our Best Packaged Water Series - Filter systems designed to treat multiple well water problems ranging from Nitrates, Iron, Manganese, Hydrogen Sulfide Gas, Hardness, Tannins and Sulfates. For complete pricing and information please click on the Model Type you are interested in:

Iron Max/Nitrate Eater: Packaged whole house water filter systems designed to filter Ferrous Iron (clear water iron), Ferric Iron (red/orange as drawn), Manganese (black staining), Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (rotten egg odor) Soften Hard Water (calcium and magnesium scale), and filter Nitrates.

Iron Max/Sulfate Eater: Packaged whole house water filter systems designed to filter Ferrous Iron (clear water iron), Ferric Iron (red/orange as drawn), Manganese (black staining), Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (rotten egg odor) Soften Hard Water (calcium and magnesium scale), and filter Sulfate.

Iron Max/Tannin Eater: Packaged whole house water filter systems designed to filter Ferrous Iron (clear water iron), Ferric Iron (red/orange as drawn), Manganese (black staining), Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (rotten egg odor) Soften Hard Water (calcium and magnesium scale), and filter Tannins.

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We offer complete pricing and detailed information on our well water filters throughout our website. If you have a specific question before ordering please call toll free 1-877-788-8387 or e-mail our staff for a fast informative response.

Customer Assurance - RainDance Water Systems has become a stable and reliable name in the water treatment industry. We take great measures to assure our customers the best quality, dependability, service, and reliability. Why RainDance Water Systems? We offer the following:

• Member Ramona California Chamber Of Commerce
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Our customers include numerous residential households on well and city water sources, commercial applications, business facilities and farms throughout the United States, Venezuela, Spain, Africa, Canada, Japan, U.K., Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Indonesia, Taiwan, Singapore, Kabul, Afghanistan, and Malaysia.

A small sample of our customer base includes: The U.S. Army, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Federation, The United States Coast Guard, Washington St. National Park Service, San Diego State University, Arizona State University, Palomar College, Golden Eagle Thoroughbred Horse Farm, Buckridge Plantation and Stables, Advanced Marine PTE., Quinlan Texas Elementary School, Fairbanks Farms, Hunter Industries, Sonance Corp., Owens Brigam Medical, 1st Choice GMAC Realty, Century 21 Realty, Coldwell Banker Realty, Austin Productions, Fairfield Country Club, and Auer Precision Inc. Just to name a few