Stop orange stains, black deposits and metallic-tasting water
Iron and manganese treatment should be selected from a full water analysis, not from staining alone. Puresoft reviews the results, household demand and installation conditions before recommending the correct system.
It may catch particles that have already oxidised, but dissolved iron or manganese normally passes through and continues causing staining.
Iron and manganese often look different in the home
These signs help identify the likely problem, but laboratory results are still needed before equipment is selected.
Orange, reddish-brown or rust-coloured staining
- Orange marks on toilets, sinks and showers
- Metallic taste or discoloured water
- Brown staining on laundry
- Deposits in pipework and appliances
- Clear water that changes colour after standing
Black, dark-brown or grey deposits
- Black marks on sanitaryware and grout
- Dark spots on washed clothes
- Dark residue inside toilet cisterns
- Build-up in plumbing and hot-water equipment
- Earthy, metallic or unusual taste
Iron, manganese and hardness together
- White limescale as well as coloured staining
- Several contaminants shown on the analysis
- Ammonia, tannins or organics also present
- Multiple existing filters that are not resolving the issue
- Different symptoms on hot and cold water
The iron figure alone does not select the system
A treatment vessel must be matched to the complete water chemistry and the volume of water it will process. The same iron concentration may require a different approach where pH, hardness, manganese, ammonia or organic matter differ.
Arrange a Water Analysis
Multiple treatment layers in one automatic vessel
Where the analysis is suitable, Ecomix media can treat a combination of iron, manganese, hardness, ammonia and organic impurities in a single point-of-entry system.
Every filter must be positioned for a reason
The final sequence is determined by the analysis. A typical installation may include some or all of the stages below.
Three capacities, each built around the water analysis
These systems are quoted individually because media quantity, programming, installation requirements and the final treatment sequence depend on the property.
1044/EMA10
Iron & Manganese Filter
- 10 × 44 treatment vessel
- Ecomix media configuration
- Clack CI metered control valve
- Built to the water analysis
- Suitable for lower domestic demand
1054/EMA15
Iron & Manganese Filter
- 10 × 54 treatment vessel
- Increased media capacity
- Clack CI metered control valve
- Built to the water analysis
- Suitable for higher domestic usage
1252/EMA20
Iron & Manganese Filter
- 12 × 52 treatment vessel
- Higher Ecomix media volume
- Clack CI metered control valve
- Built to the water analysis
- Large homes or light commercial demand
See what information is still needed
This guide does not select a final model. It shows whether the project is ready for quotation or whether additional testing and site information are required.
Reliable treatment depends on correct regeneration and regular checks
Keep salt in the brine tank
The Ecomix system relies on salt regeneration. Running without salt prevents the media from being properly restored.
Use suitable tablet salt
Clean water-softener salt reduces bridging, sludge and contamination inside the brine tank.
Check regeneration and drainage
A blocked drain, incorrect programming or injector problem can cause staining to return.
Service the Clack valve
Periodic inspection keeps the injector, seals, spacers and flow controls operating correctly.
Retest where water changes
Private-well chemistry can change over time. New staining or odour may require an updated analysis.
Send the complete water analysis to Puresoft
Complete what you know. Attach the laboratory report and installation-area photographs after WhatsApp opens.
Iron and manganese FAQs
Can I identify iron and manganese from the colour of the stain?
Orange or reddish-brown staining commonly indicates iron, while black or dark deposits commonly indicate manganese. A laboratory test is still needed because both may be present together and the concentrations determine treatment.
Will a water softener remove iron and manganese?
A standard softener may tolerate only limited amounts under suitable water conditions and should not be assumed to solve an iron-or-manganese problem. Puresoft uses specialist media systems where the analysis supports that approach.
Can one filter remove iron, manganese and hardness?
Yes, in suitable conditions an Ecomix system can treat iron, manganese, hardness and certain additional impurities in one vessel. The full analysis must be reviewed before confirming suitability and capacity.
Why does the system need salt?
Salt is used during the automatic regeneration cycle to restore the ion-exchange and treatment capacity of the Ecomix media. It is not simply a sediment backwash filter.
Will the filter remove sulphur or rotten-egg smells?
Sulphur requires separate assessment. Some odour may be associated with other water-quality issues, but hydrogen sulphide should not be assumed to be treated by an iron-and-manganese system.
How often does the filter regenerate?
The Clack valve meters actual water usage and regenerates according to the programmed capacity. Frequency depends on the water analysis, household usage, vessel size and system settings.
How long does Ecomix media last?
Media life varies significantly with water chemistry, contaminant loading, regeneration quality and household usage. Regular salt supply and servicing are essential; the media should be assessed rather than replaced on a fixed date alone.
Send the complete analysis—not only the iron result
We will review the chemistry, demand and installation requirements before recommending the vessel size and treatment sequence.
