rapid gravity filter Sands
Garside Sands
01525 237911
garside.sands@aggregate.com
Levenseat Sands
01698 870970
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Why Choose Our Rapid Gravity Filtering Sand?
We are dedicated to providing top-tier filtration media that meets the rigorous demands of modern water treatment processes. Our rapid gravity filtering sand is not only effective but also easy to use, making it a preferred choice for professionals across various industries. By choosing our sand, you’re investing in a product that delivers safe, clean water with minimal operational costs and environmental impact.
Sand filtration works through a combination of physical, chemical, and biological processes to effectively eliminate impurities from water. The sand's porous nature allows it to trap suspended solids as water flows through, while biological activity within the sand bed aids in the inactivation and removal of pathogens. This method is especially beneficial in low-resource areas where maintaining high water quality is critical. Sand filtration not only improves the water's taste, colour, and odour but also significantly reduces harmful contaminants.
Filtration Gravel
Garside 6mm gravel
6mm Gravel is a premium quality aggregate which is specifically selected for its roundness. The aggregate is used to help effectively filter out impurities for crystal-clear water this particular gravel specially selected to work in conjunction with our water media. Information available on request.
Gravel for Swimming Pools and Gravity Filters Technical Data Sheet
GARSIDE 10mm gravel
Garside 10mm Gravel is a premium quality aggregate which is rounded and washed, this gravel is suitable for industrial, aquaculture, and public swimming pool water filters. A gravel specially selected to work in conjunction with our water media and especially selected for its roundness.
Gravel for Swimming Pools and Gravity Filters Technical Data Sheet
Garside 20mm gravel
Garside 20mm Gravel is a premium quality aggregate which is rounded and washed, this gravel is suitable for industrial, aquaculture, and public swimming pool water filters. A gravel specially selected to work in conjunction with our water media. Especially selected for its roundness.
Gravel for Swimming Pools and Gravity Filters Technical Data Sheet
Filtration Sand
garside 6/14 sand
Garside 6/14 is a dried silica sand to the requirements of BS EN 12904 which can be used for filters and water filtration. The Garside 6/14 sand used for water filtration has a sub-round to round shape, making it the perfect filtration media to capture solids suspended in water. Due to the high silica content in the sand, it is also very durable and hard-wearing. That allows it to be precisely graded for efficient filtering.
Garside 10/18 sand
Garside 10/18 is a dried silica sand to the requirements of BS EN 12904 it is used for the removal of suspended matter, as well as floating and sinkable particles. The water flows vertically through the bed of sand. The sand can also be used as a traction sand for added traction in winter conditions, or as an environmentally-friendly alternative to salt. Which helps enhance traction for cars and trucks in winter weather.
Garside 14/25 Sand
Garside 14/25 is a dried silica sand to the requirements of BS EN 12904. The Garside 14/25 is a granular filter sand containing Silica and is used for the treatment of potable and industrial waters for the filtration of suspended solids and removal of turbidity. It is available in loose, bulk bags, 25kg and 12.5kg poly bags.
Garside 8/16 Sand
Garside 8/16 sand is a dried silica sand to the requirement of BS EN 12904 which can be used for filters and water filtration. The Grading of the Garside 8/16 has particle size ranging from 1mm to 2mm in size meaning it is ideal as a coarse sand media for water filtration. The Garside 8/16 can also be used for brick manufacture as both a facing and filler sand. The 8/16 sand is specially prepared sand made from silica sand. It is sprinkled on the inner surface of the mold cavity to give a better surface finish to the castings.
Garside 16/30 Sand
Garside 16/30 sand is a dried silica sand to the requirements of BS EN 12904 which can be used for filters and water filtration. The Garside 16/30 sand can also be used in synthetic sports pitches and pet care products.
Garside 5/8 Sand
Garside 5/8 sand is a dried silica sand to the requirements of BS EN 12904 which can be used for filters and water filtration. The Garside 5/8 sand can be specifically used in Reed Bed filters; this is where water is naturally filtered. Wastewaters run through two consecutive filter layers filled with sand, particularly the Garside 5/8 sand and a gravel material and planted with reed plants. The Garside 5/8 sand can also be used in Fillers and Flooring. It is available in loose, bulk bags, 25kg and 12.5kg poly bags.
