Construction
Springflo is made from a composite of polypropylene and calcium
carbonate. Bacteria grows on this media very quickly and are able
to maintain secure and thriving colonies. To maximize the surface
area, the material is formed into very thin ribbon. Then the
surface area is further increased (over 50%) by embossing with a
diamond pattern. This process provides millions of
"dimples" to assist the settling and colonization of
nitrifying living bacteria. Unlike many media, all of the surface
area on Springflo can be colonized by bacteria without clogging.
The entire filter core is therefore potentially always active.
Springflo increases filter efficiency, reduces filter size
requirements, significantly reduces cleaning cycles, and plays an
integral part in maintaining a living pond.
Free from Clogging
Springflo is virtually uncloggable. In fact, it runs best with
minimal interference from the user. A light agitation of the
media while draining the filter chamber dislodges debris while allowing
living bacteria to remain attached. Lightly rinse the media with
pond water after draining the chamber, close the drain valve and
restart the system. No further maintenance is required.
High Surface Area
Springflo contains more surface area for bacterial colonization than
other materials with similar volume. It is possible to pack more
than 500 square feet of useable Springflo surface area into one cubic
foot of filter core.
Versatile Medium
Water can easily flow through the thin ribbon construction,
minimizing the formation of "dead spots." In trickle
type filters, waste can easily track along the ribbon, enhancing
performance. The space, or void, between the strands of Springflo
is adjustable by simply expanding or contracting the placement of the
media.
Convenience
Non-clogging and ease of cleaning make Springflo very easy to
use. It is very light (10 square feet of surface area on average
weighs only 88 grams or 3 ounces!)
Water Sedimentation
Springflo is effective in the removal of fine particles from
suspension in pond water. The huge surface area and dimpling
slows the water down as it moves over the surface, encouraging
particles to settle out of the water.
Benefits of Springflo
- Better Filtration - Dimpled ribbon creates millions of surfaces
for bacteria.
- Works Best When Dirty - Designed to filter while dirty without
clogging.
- Encourages Living Bacteria - Stops constant cleaning. Great
for living bacteria.
- Easy to Maintain - Just jiggle media and drain dirty water.
- Each box contains 180 square feet of surface area.
- Suitable for up to 3 cubic feet of filter volume.
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