Five Star Filtration
Five Star Filtration at Siewert Equipment
Advanced Cloth Disk Filters for Water Reuse and Tertiary Filtration
Siewert Equipment proudly offers Five Star Filtration’s innovative cloth disk filters—designed for high-efficiency tertiary filtration and compliant with Title 22 water reuse standards. Engineered for compact footprint, high throughput, and low maintenance, these cloth media filters are ideal for municipalities, utilities, and industries aiming to meet strict effluent quality regulations.
As the authorized distributor for Upstate New York, Siewert Equipment delivers Five Star’s proven filtration systems for projects targeting reuse, phosphorus removal, and final polishing.
Reuse-Ready Filtration That Meets the Highest Standards
Five Star’s cloth disk filters are engineered specifically for Title 22 CA water reuse compliance, offering robust performance in tertiary treatment and water recycling. With patented OptiFiber® cloth media, these filters remove suspended solids, phosphorus, and other fine particulates without the need for chemicals or continuous backwash.
Compact, energy-efficient, and easy to maintain, Five Star filters operate continuously even during backwash cycles—ensuring consistent effluent quality and operational uptime.
Industries & Applications
- Municipal Wastewater Treatment
- Industrial Water Reuse
- Phosphorus Removal (enhanced nutrient removal)
- Title 22 Water Reuse Projects
- Stormwater Polishing
- Food & Beverage Processing Effluent
- Cooling Tower Makeup Water
- Irrigation / Non-potable Reuse Systems
Why Choose Siewert Equipment for Five Star Filters?
- Local Upstate NY rep with filtration system expertise
- Deep experience with Title 22 reuse and tertiary projects
- Engineering support for integration with existing WWTPs
- Assistance with pilot testing, sizing, and system layout
- On-site technical service and troubleshooting available
Five Star Filtration Product Offerings
Tertiary Cloth Disk Filters
- Designed for advanced secondary effluent polishing
- Up to 10 NTU removal efficiency with <5-micron capture
- Uses OptiFiber® pile cloth media (no sand or granular material)
- Disk-style modules for compact footprint and scalable capacity
- Continuous filtration even during automatic backwash cycles
Water Reuse (Title 22 CA Compliant) Systems
- Validated to meet stringent Title 22 water reuse standards
- Ideal for irrigation, utility water, and other non-potable applications
- Operates without chemicals or media replacement
- Compatible with UV and disinfection systems for final reuse treatment
- Proven performance for meeting regulatory and sustainability goals
What Is a Cloth Disk Filter?
A cloth disk filter is a mechanical tertiary filtration system that uses vertically mounted rotating disks covered in pile cloth media to remove fine solids from wastewater. These filters operate via gravity flow and provide continuous filtration—even during backwash, thanks to separate vacuum cleaning headers. They are ideal for water reuse applications requiring low effluent turbidity and minimal operator intervention.
Full-Service Support from Siewert Equipment
✔ System review and filter sizing
✔ Effluent quality analysis and reuse compliance consultation
✔ Onsite evaluations and retrofit support
✔ Installation assistance and startup services
✔ Ongoing maintenance, service contracts, and OEM parts
Serving all of Upstate New York, including Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, Albany, and surrounding municipalities.
FAQ: Five Star Filters & Water Reuse
What makes cloth disk filters different from sand filters?
- Cloth disk filters provide finer filtration (down to 5 microns), require less space, and use less energy—without the need for continuous media backwash or replacement.
Are Five Star filters certified for Title 22?
- Yes. Five Star’s systems are validated for Title 22 reuse standards, making them suitable for non-potable reuse applications across the country.
What is OptiFiber® media?
- OptiFiber® is Five Star’s patented cloth media that provides deep pile filtration, high solids loading, and long service life with minimal maintenance.
Can these filters be retrofitted into existing plants?
- Yes. Five Star filters are compact and modular, making them ideal for retrofits or space-constrained facilities.
Do the filters stop during backwash?
- No. The system uses isolated cleaning headers, allowing continuous operation even during backwashing.
Is chemical dosing required?
- Not typically. The filters operate effectively without the need for coagulants or flocculants in most applications.
How often does the media need to be replaced?
- Media has a long service life—often 7–10 years or more, depending on application and maintenance.
Are these filters energy efficient?
- Yes. Gravity flow and low-energy backwash contribute to a very efficient operating profile.
Can they be used with UV disinfection?
- Absolutely. Five Star filters are commonly used upstream of UV systems to ensure proper transmittance and performance.
Your Local Water Reuse Filtration Experts
Siewert Equipment provides Five Star’s proven filtration systems along with local support to ensure your project meets stringent effluent standards—now and into the future.
- New York (serving all Upstate NY) through Siewert Equipment, with offices in Rochester, and Albany.
Ready to Upgrade to Cloth Disk Filtration?
Contact Siewert Equipment today to explore Five Star’s cloth media solutions for tertiary treatment, phosphorus removal, and reuse.
Clean Water, Reclaimed
Achieve exceptional filtration and reuse performance with Five Star and Siewert Equipment.
Title 22 Compliant | Continuous Operation | Cloth Media Innovation
