The Advantages of Perma-Beads® Filtration Media over Traditional Glass Filtration Media
October 17, 2023
In the realm of aquatic filtration, the choice of filtration media plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality and ensuring the health of aquatic ecosystems. Perma-Beads® Filtration Media, offered by IAS, Inc., presents a compelling alternative to traditional Glass Filtration Media. In this article, we will explore the advantages of Perma-Beads® over glass media, highlighting their unique features and benefits.
Superior Filtration Performance: Perma-Beads® Filtration Media offers exceptional filtration performance compared to traditional glass media. The smooth ellipsoid shape and central bulge of each bead prevent adhesion and bridging, minimizing clogging and channeling issues commonly experienced with glass media. The large interstitial spaces between the Perma-Beads® effectively trap debris, extending the time between backwashes and reducing water consumption.
Enhanced Water Quality: One of the key advantages of Perma-Beads® is their ability to consistently provide exceptionally clear and healthy water quality. Unlike glass media, Perma-Beads® facilitate the effective release of trapped organic particles during the backwash cycle. This feature is particularly beneficial in organically loaded systems with live aquatic animals, ensuring optimal water conditions for their well-being.
Longevity and Cost Savings: Perma-Beads® are designed to be a permanent media solution, eliminating the need for frequent replacements. In contrast, traditional glass media may require periodic replacement due to degradation over time. By choosing Perma-Beads®, users can save on labor costs associated with media replacement, resulting in long-term cost savings.
Water Conservation: Perma-Beads® offer significant water conservation benefits. These beads operate at lower differential pressure compared to glass media, allowing pumps to run more efficiently and saving energy. Additionally, the superior filtration performance of Perma-Beads® reduces the frequency and duration of backwashes, resulting in substantial water savings over time.
Easy Installation: Converting from traditional glass media to Perma-Beads® is a straightforward process that requires no plumbing changes. Simply remove the existing glass media and pour in the Perma-Beads®. This simplicity makes it suitable for any make, model, or size of sand filter.
Positive Customer Feedback: Perma-Beads® have garnered positive testimonials from satisfied customers. These testimonials highlight the effectiveness of Perma-Beads® in various applications, including landscape water features, aquaculture systems, commercial swimming pools, and more. The positive experiences shared by users further validate the advantages of Perma-Beads® over traditional glass media.
Perma-Beads® Filtration Media offers numerous advantages over traditional Glass Filtration Media, making it a preferred choice for maintaining water quality in aquatic systems. With superior filtration performance, enhanced water quality, longevity, cost savings, water conservation benefits, and easy installation, Perma-Beads® provide a reliable and efficient solution for a wide range of applications. By choosing Perma-Beads®, aquatic system operators can ensure optimal water conditions while minimizing maintenance efforts and costs.
