Poultry Water Treatment - PWT

Water quality is the key to health, productivity, and profitability in the poultry industry. Poor water can lead to health complications, reduced feed additive efficacy, and equipment failure. Amiad Water Systems, with decades of experience in water filtration, offers professional Poultry Water Treatment (PWT) solutions specifically designed to meet the unique challenges of raw water from diverse sources. Our solutions, based on field-proven experience, are designed in close partnership with the client and provide the necessary foundation for any water treatment program. We are committed to delivering clean water using clean technology.

The Key Challenges in Poultry Water Treatment

Poultry farms, especially those using private water sources (like dams or wells), face a variety of complex water quality challenges that go beyond simple turbidity. An effective solution must address all problematic factors:

• Suspended Solids and Turbidity: Particles of silt, clay, and sand clog water nipples, damage pumps, and require frequent, expensive maintenance.
• Dissolved and Organic Contaminants: Dissolved organic matter, such as that found in surface water, is a major contributor to biofilm formation inside water lines. This biofilm poses a constant health risk to the flock and reduces disinfection efficacy.
• Inorganic Contaminants: Well water may contain contaminants like iron or manganese, and hard water can lead to scale buildup in cooling systems and waterers.
• Impact on Additive Efficacy: Medications, vaccines, and supplements given through the water can adhere to suspended particles or be affected by pH levels, which reduces their bioavailability to the chickens.

Amiad’s Professional Approach to Water Treatment

Amiad understands that there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Instead of offering a standardized system, we work closely with growers and large integrators to assess specific needs and provide a customized solution. Our approach focuses on a reliable, efficient, and sustainable treatment that combines the right technologies for each challenge.

Key Technologies:

• Dual Bed Media Filtration: This is the core of Amiad’s solution for tackling turbidity. The system uses two media layers: a coarse anthracite layer for removing large particles and a fine AFM® glass media layer for removing smaller ones. This combination consistently achieves water quality with turbidity of less than 1 NTU, a necessary standard for effective disinfection.
• Addressing Organic Contaminants: Where necessary, our solutions can integrate additional treatment stages, such as coagulant dosing (e.g., in containerized systems), to remove dissolved organic matter and improve filtration efficiency. We recognize that coagulant dosing can be an operational challenge on a farm, so our experts work with the client to determine the exact need and the right solution.
• Modular and Customized Solutions: Amiad’s PWT systems can include all necessary stages for a complete treatment: from initial removal of suspended solids to treatment of organic matter, and the capacity to integrate dosing systems for disinfectants and supplements. Our professional system design accounts for all requirements, including the need for backwash water and necessary pumps.

The Advantages of the Amiad Solution

• A Complete Solution, Not a Partial One: Amiad offers systems that not only handle physical filtration but also integrate chemical dosing for pH adjustment and disinfection. This approach is far more effective than using separate products, as it ensures the water is physically clean before any chemical treatment is applied, which maximizes its efficacy.
• Reliability and Automation: Amiad’s systems are designed for maximum automation. While chemical maintenance is a manual operation, the physical filtration process is fully automatic, ensuring continuous operation and simplifying daily tasks for the farm staff.
• Expert Consultation and Partnership: We understand the complexity of the industry. Our experts work with both growers and processing companies to design systems tailored to exact operational requirements, considering all variables like flow rates, water characteristics, and maintenance demands.

FAQs

How does Amiad’s PWT solution improve flock health?

By removing suspended solids and organic compounds, the Amiad system ensures clean, particle-free water lines, which allows for better absorption of medications and supplements and reduces the risk of disease.

Can the Amiad system work with different water sources?

Yes. Our systems are designed to be modular and adaptable, working successfully with a wide range of sources, including surface water (dams) and groundwater (wells). The specific solution is tailored to the water’s characteristics.

What is the main difference between the Amiad solution and a simple chemical acid?

The Amiad solution is a comprehensive system that includes both physical filtration and the capability for chemical dosing. This integrated approach is far more effective than using a single-purpose acid, as it ensures the water is physically clean before chemical additives are applied, maximizing their efficacy and providing a superior result.

Does your solution also address contaminants like iron or manganese?

Amiad’s solutions are tailored to our clients’ needs. When these contaminants are present, our experts evaluate the specific treatments required to provide a comprehensive answer to those challenges.

Is the system suitable for cooling misters and waterers?

Absolutely. The water quality required for cooling systems and waterers is complex and demands prevention of scale buildup. Our solutions account for this in the design process.

Reliable Poultry Water Treatment with Amiad

Amiad offers a range of solutions for chicken water treatment built on decades of experience and proven in the field. From needs assessment to design, our experts work with customers to deploy smart, scalable systems that achieve consistently high-quality water, reliably and sustainably. We are committed to operational excellence, flock health, and continuous improvement.