Water treatment media filter performance starts with proper installation. A new low-profile underdrain system from Leopold – a Xylem Brand, is part of a complete filter package that aims to give water plants reliable, long-lasting results while simplifying installation and lowering construction costs.The Type XA underdrain is designed to make installation more forgiving in new construction and retrofits. It has features that help contractors work more efficiently and that in operation enable uniform backwash and water distribution. Brian Bates, product manager and innovation champion for filtration and clarification with Leopold, talked about the offering in an interview with Water System
