Glossary of Terms

A-H

Automatic Backwash Filters - Filters that automatically self-clean using a reverse flow of water to clear the filter mesh continually or periodically.

Automatic Self-cleaning Filters - Filters designed to screen out contaminants from water and clear the filter without manual intervention.

Automatic Self-cleaning Strainers - Strainers that self-clean to extend filtration maintenance intervals, and maintain optimal flow and efficiency without manual effort.

Backwash Filter - A filter that uses backwashing to clean its mesh or other media and remove trapped particles and debris.

Backwash Pump - A pump used to facilitate the backwashing process in self-cleaning filters, or to provide a flow of backwsh water.

Dirty Water Pump - A pump designed to handle and remove contaminated water with solids.

Eel Screen - Screens used ahead of raw water intakes for the protection of elvers and glass eels to comply with current Eel and Fish Protection regulations in the UK and Europe.

Filter Mesh - A mesh material used to filter out particles from liquids.

Filterpump™ - A submersible pump with a unique built-in self-cleaning suction intake screen thst filters water as it is pumped.

High Volume Pumps - Pumps capable of moving large quantities of water quickly.

High Volume Water Filter - A filter designed to handle high flow rates while removing impurities from water.

I-P

Lake Water Pump and Filter System - A system designed to extract and filter water from lakes for various uses.

Nylon Mesh Water Filters - Filters made from nylon mesh to trap particles while allowing water to flow through.

Open Loop Heat Pump Systems - A Heat Pump System that extracts heat from an external  source for heating and cooling, without closed loops.

Pump Filters - Filters specifically designed for use with water pumps to remove debris and protect the pump from blockages.

Pond Pumps - Pumps specifically designed for moving water in ponds, for circulation, aeration and supplying water features.

Pump Inlet Screens - Screens used to prevent debris from entering a pump.

Pump Suction Filters - Filters located on the suction side of a pump to prevent clogging, often incorporating a foot valve on the suction intake pipe of a water pump.

Pump Suction Strainers - Strainers placed at the pump's suction to filter out larger debris.

Pump Suction Screen - A screen placed at the suction side of a pump to ensure clean water intake, and to protect the pump from damage or blockage.

Q-S

Raw Water Intake - The point at which untreated water is drawn or diverted from a water source for processing.

Rotorflush Duplex Filter - A self-cleaning suction intake filter with two 30 litres / second filter heads. Not to be confused with a Duplex In-line filter.

Rotorflush Filterpump™ - A submersible pump with an integral self-cleaning suction intake strainer or filter, manufactured by Rotorflush Filters Ltd.

Screen Filters for Water Pumps - Screens used to filter water being pumped to protect water pumps from debris.

Self-cleaning Pond Pump Filter - A filter designed for use with pond pumps that automatically cleans itself.

Self-cleaning Pumps - Pumps that include mechanisms to clean themselves of debris and buildup, typically a Rotorflush submersible pump.

Self-cleaning Water Filters - Water filters and strainers with an automatic backwash that prevents the filter mesh from blinding by removing debris and particulate from the filter mesh without manual cleaning.

Small Filters - Compact filters used for various applications where space is limited, or flow rates are low.

Submersible Pumps - Pumps designed to operate underwater for various applications, including drainage.

Submersible Pump Filters - Filters specifically designed for use with submersible pumps to ensure clean water flow.

Submersible Pump Screens - Screens used with submersible pumps to prevent debris from entering the pump.

T-Z

Trash Pump Filter - A filter used with trash pumps to separate larger solids from water, and to protect the pump from debris.

Water Pump Filter - A filter used in conjunction with water pumps to screen out particulate.

Water Pump for Water Sampling - A pump used specifically to collect water samples for testing and analysis. Typically, low flow and ideally with fine screening.

Water Strainers - Devices that remove solid particles from water as it flows through the strainer screen.

Water Filter Systems - Comprehensive systems designed to screen, filter and purify water for various uses.

Water Pump Control Panels - Control systems that manage the operation of water pumps for efficiency and safety.

Water Irrigation Filters and Strainers - Filters and strainers used in irrigation systems to prevent clogging and blockages to irrigation system nozzles and drip feeds.

Water Pump - A device used to move water from one location to another, often through pipes.

Water Intake Filters - Filters that remove impurities from water at the point of intake.

Water Source Heat Pump Filters - Filters specifically designed for heat pump systems using water as a heat source.