Many of the media filters used in today’s wastewater industry use proprietary technology or components and come from the manufacturer as pre-assembled modules. Other media filters, including sand and gravel filters, are generic technologies and usually require full installer assembly.
Proper installation of the treatment train components is essential to media filters working effectively and efficiently over a long life span. Watertight media filter enclosures are crucial to proper system function and longevity, so it is important that the installer pay careful attention to this issue and keeping extraneous water out of the filters. Some filters, such as recirculating sand/gravel filters
