RainDance Iron Max Plus – Comprehensive Iron Bacteria & Sulfur Odor Removal for Well Water 

 

 

Understanding Iron Bacteria: Formation and Challenges

What is Iron Bacteria?
Iron bacteria are naturally occurring microorganisms that thrive in environments rich in iron and oxygen. These bacteria, commonly found in soil, surface water, and groundwater, feed on dissolved iron or manganese. While they are not harmful to human health, they can cause significant water quality issues, including unpleasant odors, slimy residues, and staining.

How Does Iron Bacteria Form?
Iron bacteria form through a biological process when certain types of bacteria interact with iron in water. Here’s how it works:

  1. Iron Presence in Water: Iron, a common mineral in groundwater, becomes dissolved in water as it seeps through soil and rock containing iron deposits.
  2. Bacterial Colonization: Iron bacteria, such as Gallionella and Leptothrix, colonize areas where water containing dissolved iron is exposed to oxygen. These conditions are often found in wells, plumbing systems, and natural springs.
  3. Biological Oxidation: The bacteria oxidize dissolved iron, converting it into solid iron particles. This process creates a byproduct, typically a sticky, slimy substance known as biofilm.
  4. Biofilm Development: Over time, this biofilm can accumulate, forming orange-brown deposits that clog pipes, stain fixtures, and lead to foul-smelling water.

Key Signs of Iron Bacteria Contamination

  • Odors: Water may have a musty, swamp-like, or metallic smell.
  • Stains: Fixtures, sinks, and toilets develop reddish-brown or orange stains.
  • Slime: A slimy residue may appear in toilet tanks, pipes, or on well walls.
  • Cloudy Water: Water clarity may decrease, appearing rusty or murky.

How RainDance Iron Max Plus Helps
The RainDance Iron Max Plus is specifically designed to combat the challenges posed by iron bacteria. It uses advanced filtration and oxidation technologies to remove iron, bacteria, and associated residues from your water supply, restoring water clarity and eliminating unpleasant odors. This system ensures reliable, high-quality water for homes, businesses, and farms dealing with iron bacteria contamination.

With the RainDance Iron Max Plus, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your water is free from the disruptive effects of iron bacteria.

 

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Solve Multiple Well Water Contaminants with the Iron Max Plus

The Iron Max Plus is specifically designed to handle common well water issues, including iron, iron bacteria, manganese, sulfur bacteria, hydrogen sulfide gas, and tannins. Our system provides reliable filtration for well water challenges, ensuring clean, fresh-tasting water for your household.

How the Iron Max Plus Works

  • Chemical Feed Pump: Injects chlorine or hydrogen peroxide to oxidize iron, remove bacteria, and control odors.
  • Iron Max Filtration Unit: Removes oxidized iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide gas, and sediment, preventing stains and odors.
  • Post Carbon Filter: Dechlorinates and polishes water, eliminating residual chemicals and enhancing taste.

Common Well Water Contaminants Treated by the Iron Max Plus

  • Iron Bacteria: Produces a foul-smelling brown slime that clogs pipes and corrodes fixtures.
  • Sulfur Bacteria: Causes dark slime, black water, and a “rotten egg” smell from hydrogen sulfide gas.
  • Ferrous & Ferric Iron: Removes both clear-water (ferrous) and red-water (ferric) iron for a stain-free experience.
  • Manganese & Tannins: Addresses common well water discoloration and taste issues.

Key Benefits of the Iron Max Plus

  • Extended Equipment Lifespan: Protects your plumbing and fixtures from clogging and corrosion caused by iron bacteria.
  • Reliable Iron Bacteria Treatment: Superior performance over off-the-shelf systems with over 25 years of water treatment expertise.
  • Flexible Setup Options: Available in configurations for whole-house, farm, or commercial applications.

Signs of Iron and Sulfur Bacteria in Well Water

If you notice any of these signs, the Iron Max Plus can help:

  • Water Discoloration: Yellow, red, or orange tint.
  • Rusty or Slimy Deposits: Red or brown slime in toilets or fixtures.
  • Unpleasant Odors: Fuel oil, sewage, or cucumber-like smells, especially after periods of non-use.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

Transform your well water with the Iron Max Plus Series. Contact RainDance Water Systems for a consultation or to request a custom solution for iron bacteria, sulfur odor, or high iron removal.

Contact Email: Support@RainDanceWaterSystems.com
Phone: 1-877-788-8387


Iron Max Plus Selection Guide


  Iron Max Plus-9
Flow Rate: 8gpm
Pipe Size: 3/4" or 1"
1-5 Person Household / 1-2 Bathrooms
Best For Approx. 1-500 GPD
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         Iron Max Plus-10
Flow Rate: 10gpm
Pipe Size: 3/4" or 1"
1-8 Person Household / 1-3 Bathrooms
​Best For Approx. 1-1000 GPD
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Iron Max Plus-125-12
Flow Rate: 18gpm High Flow
Pipe Size: 1" or 1.25"
1-10 Person Household /
1-4 Bathrooms / Light Commercial
Best For Approx. 1-1500 GPD
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The Twin Alternating Iron Max Plus system is designed to provide a continuous, unlimited supply of filtered water with dual alternating filter tanks that stagger backwashing cycles so one tank is always ready to filter water no matter when you need it!

  Twin Iron Max Plus-10
Flow Rate: 10gpm
Pipe Size: 3/4" or 1"
1-8 Person Household / 1-3 Bathrooms / Light Commercial
Continuous Iron & Sulfur Bacteria Filtration
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The Iron Max Plus Inline Package is specially designed for well water users that have a shared well or are unable to use an electric chlorination pump and want the hassle-free installation of an inline system!

Iron Max Plus Inline Package
Flow Rate: 10gpm
Features: Non-electric chlorine feeder, contact tank, maintenance-free iron filter, post carbon polishing filter
1-8 Person Household / 1-3 Bathrooms / Light Commercial
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  Non-Electric Iron Max Plus-10NE Package
Flow Rate: 10gpm - OFF THE GRID IRON BACTERIA TREATMENT
Features: Non-electric chlorine feeder, non-electric contact tank, non-electric iron filter, Non-electric post carbon polishing filter
1-8 Person Household / 1-3 Bathrooms / Light Commercial
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The Iron Max Plus-FX series uses the same high performance filtration as our Iron Max Plus package treating iron bacteria, sulfur reducing bacteria, up to 30ppm ferrous & ferric iron, up to 5ppm manganese, up to 3ppm hydrogen sulfide gas odors, sediment down to 3-5 microns, and can also reduce the effects of hard water scale with the built-in salt-free hard water module!


  Iron Max Plus-FX-10
Flow Rate: 10gpm
Pipe Size: 3/4" or 1"
1-5 Person Household / 1-2 Bathrooms / Light Commercial
​Best For Approx. 0-1000 GPD

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Are you concerned about the chlorine used in our Iron Max Plus series? Chlorination is the most effective way to treat iron bacteria problems and we want our customers to see the results. To assure our customers the utmost water quality all of our Iron Max Plus systems include an important post carbon filter to remove any residual chlorine and chlorine by-products from the water so you never realize it was added - as a bonus our post carbon system also filters volatile organic chemicals!

Compare The Benefits & Advantages Of The RainDance Iron Max Plus Series:


Long lasting filtration media up to 10* years!

Includes post carbon filtration system to remove any residual chlorine!

Multiple water problems treated in a single space-saving tank!

Designed for Whole House, Irrigation, and Light Commercial Water Treatment!

NSF Certified Components & Filtration Media!

Filter Tank & Control Valve made in the USA & assembled in the USA!

Self-cleaning, automatic backwashing filtration system for no routine maintenance!

Iron Max filters are delivered preloaded with media, saving time, money, and headache!

Prevents iron staining on bathroom and kitchen fixtures, washing machines, and dishwashers!

Clothes & dishware are cleaner!

Provides clean, crystal clear, odor-free water at every tap, sink, and shower!

Protects and extends the life of hot water heaters & geothermal heaters!

Better quality drinking water with no iron metallic tastes!