Depth By Design: How OptiFiber Cloth Filtration Media Achieves Superior Filtration And Lower Cost Of Ownership

Cloth media filtration is a critical step in tertiary wastewater treatment, ensuring effluent consistently meets regulatory standards. Yet, not all media deliver equal performance or long-term value. Aqua-Aerobic Systems’ OptiFiber Cloth Filtration Media stands out through its advanced woven design, which enables true depth filtration rather than surface-level screening. The open monofilament backing increases backwash flow, allowing for more thorough cleaning, reduced biofilm buildup, and faster recovery. Testing has shown OptiFiber PES-14 media achieves superior solids removal efficiency with three to five times less backwash waste compared to alternative microfibers. The newly released Gen 5 backing quadruples open area for even greater efficiency and longevity—often exceeding 10 years of service life. Each media undergoes extensive endurance testing, including up to one million backwash cycles and ASTM-certified strength verification. Supported by a nationwide service team, OptiFiber provides utilities with proven reliability, lower operating costs, and long-term compliance assurance, making it the benchmark for modern cloth media filtration.