Crusader SHIELD – Health Related Contaminants

Prior to 1986, more than 70% of US cities used lead-based piping infrastructure to convey water. Because lead was used in that infrastructure, it can enter drinking water when that piping corrodes–especially in areas that have acidic water or low mineral content. Here is a map showing lead in community water supplies.

Lead is a potent neurotoxin, and persons with lead poisoning can have learning and behavioral problems, hearing loss, slow growth, and hyperactivity. They can also experience symptoms like tiredness, head and stomach aches, and iron deficiencies. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, there are no effective medical treatments for lead poisoning, and prevention of exposure is recommended. Crusader SHIELD Health Related Contaminant Systems can remove up to 99.95% of both soluble and particulate lead!

Operation of the Filters & Composition
Crusader Shield Chloramine Filters are comprised of a proprietary media that contains a large amount of catalytically active Nitrogen Groups, which maximizes its chloramine-reduction capacity. This filter has 5 times more capacity for chloramine reduction than industry standard carbon blocks. Our standard chlorine filters are made of highly-activated sustainable carbon.

Features

– Comprised of high-performance carbon and an outer wrap of Polyethylene
– Made with FDA-approved materials and NSF 61 Certified Coconut Shell carbon, California Prop 65 Compliant
– Minimal pressure drop

Benefits
– High chlorine/chloramine-catching and dirt-holding capacity
– Excellent contaminant reductions
– Lightweight, easy-to-install, and easy-to-maintain

Applications
– Ideal as polishing or pre-filters in applications requiring fine filtration and high capacity
– Ideal for Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Food Service Applications
– Effective at reducing unwanted bad taste and odor along with chlorine and chloramine tastes and odors from potable drinking water