Tag: quartz sand

Silica Sand: Properties, Applications, Benefits & Why Starke Supplies the World’s Best Filtration-Grade Silica Sand

Silica sand is one of the most widely used materials in global industries ranging from water filtration, glass manufacturing, construction, foundry casting, sports turf, to oil & gas. Its natural purity, mechanical strength, and chemical stability make it an essential raw material across more than 50 industrial applications. For water treatment professionals, silica sand serves […]

The Acid-Wash Myth in Filter Media: When “Premium” Isn’t Actually Better

The Acid-Wash Myth in Filter Media: When “Premium” Isn’t Actually Better In water treatment, terms like high purity, acid-washed, and premium-grade often catch attention. They sound scientific and trustworthy. But not everything that sounds refined actually performs better in the field. One of the most persistent misconceptions in the filtration industry is that acid-washed filter […]