The AlphaONE was first conceived over 7 years ago. About 5 years ago we enlisted about 60 willing participants, which consisted of dealers and pond owners, to help us with our testing and give us feed back.
In two years of testing we received "0" negative comments. This surpassed even our greatest expectations.
Some of these were new pond owners and many were previous owners of different types of bead filters.
The responses were unanimous "We Love It"
What makes it different from a bead filter and so loveable?
What we are hearing from others is that:
It can go for greatly extended times before flow slows down.
We have had reports of people going for a month (with only a 2.5 model) with no slow down in flow or rise in pressure of the AlphaONE unit, while still giving nice clear water. (we do not advocate going for a month before backwashing, the best thing for your fish and your water quality is to backwash the filter often and remove the debris before it breaks down biologically.)
How does it do this?
To answer this we have to understand the difference between bead filters and how they trap solids and how the AlphaONE accomplishes this task. Bead filters trap solids in the first few inches of the bead pac(causing clogging, flow disruption and pressure rises in the vessel) while the AlphaONE with its uniquely designed AlphaBioONE media stops the debris evenly through out the pac (resulting in greater flow, less head or back pressure, less maintenance.) The polishing ability of the filter is one it's most desirable features, based upon comments that into us from the field.
The AlphaBioONE media was specially designed for this filter and this filter only. It is not something borrowed from another industry and used in the filter.
Its design is unique in that it was not designed with "cross hairs" as some other specialty types of media use. We left those out because in a static bed the "cross hairs" can collect and hold debris until it becomes anaerobic.
With the AlphaBioONE media there are no hidden areas for anaerobic bacteria, to harbor and stagnate, only beneficial bacteria.
Take a look at the AlphaBioONE media and you'll see for yourself.
AlphaONE 1.75 Filter
AlphaONE 1.75 Filter from GCTek Suitable for ponds up to 2,500 gallons.
The AlphaONE filters were designed to be the most energy efficient filters on the market. Inside is more than double the lateral surface area, where the upper beads gather around the slots in the lateral arms, than that used on any other filter. Couple this with the highest flow multiport valve on the market and you have a filter that was designed to be energy efficient.
By implementing these design characteristics the filter can save the end user hundreds of dollars a year in energy costs. A smaller more energy efficient pump can be used to handle ponds that would normally have to have larger energy "hog" pumps to turn the pond over at the suggested rates. Why do we care, we're not paying the electric bill? We are committed to doing our part to conserve our natural resources. In our operation we recycle everything we can to hold down costs and do our part for the environment.
AlphaONE filters also come with a special wrench that fits over the top cap and allows you to unscrew the cap and gain access.
Did you notice I did not say to "unhook your plumbing"? With some bead filters who use top mount valves it is necessary to unhook the plumbing to get inside. Not fun. GCTek, makers of the AlphaONE Filters, knew you wouldn't like this, so they didn't use a top mount design. Unlike lesser quality filters made of plastic, AlphaONE filters is made of fiberglass. This costs a bit more than plastic, but it is also of better quality. GCTek only wanted to use the best and the fiberglass is rated at 50 psi. AlphaONE Filters are also sensibly priced when compared to similar filters on the market.....1550.00
AlphaONE 2.50 Filter
AlphaONE 2.50 Filter from GCTek Suitable for ponds up to 5,000 gallons.
All of the AlphaONE filters utilize the AquaSwirl internal Vortex spinning design that spins heavier solids to the center of the bottom of the vessel.
The 2.50cu.ft. AlphaONE is the perfect filter for ponds up to 5000 gal. and fish loads up to 125 lbs. Flow rated at 70 gpm for bio-mechanical filtration. 21" X 34.5" allows you to hide this unit anywhere. Every option is standard equipment. The perfect filter for the majority of ponds.
AlphaONE filters also feature the AlphaONE Life Support System, known as "ALISS", which keeps beneficial bacteria alive indefinitely during times of medical shutdowns, pumps failures, etc.
The 2" Clear Union Spring Check Valve located right under the blower provides maximum flow and has built-in unions.....1795.00
AlphaONE 4.25 Filter
AlphaONE 4.25 Filter from GCTek Suitable for ponds up to 10,000 gallons.
This is the 4.25 cu.ft. AquaBead or AlphaONE unit. What a nice size filter.
A 4.25 cu. ft. capacity designed to be used on ponds up to10,000 gallons with fish loads up to a whopping 225 lbs. That's a lot of fish. Easily flows 90 gpm while only having a footprint of 24" X 35.5".
The AlphaONE filters were designed to be the most energy efficient filters on the market. Inside is more than double the lateral surface area, where the upper beads gather around the slots in the lateral arms, than that used on any other filter.
Couple this with the highest flow multiport valve on the market and you have a filter that was designed to be energy efficient.....2050.00
AlphaONE 6.0 Filter
AlphaONE 6.0 Filter from GCTek Suitable for ponds up to 17,000 gallons.
Now we're starting to talk big here. The 6.0cu.ft. AlphaONE boasts 6 cu. ft. of media and a carrying capacity of 300 lbs of fish. Something for the serious koi keeper. The koi keeper with a pond up to 17,000 gallons with flows up to 120 gpm. All this in a package only 30" X 40".
The AlphaONE filters were designed to be the most energy efficient filters on the market. Inside is more than double the lateral surface area, where the upper beads gather around the slots in the lateral arms, than that used on any other filter.
Couple this with the highest flow multiport valve on the market and you have a filter that was designed to be energy efficient. By implementing these design characteristics the filter can save the end user hundreds of dollars a year in energy costs. A smaller more energy efficient pump can be used to handle ponds that would normally have to have larger energy "hog" pumps to turn the pond over at the suggested rates.....2450.00
AlphaONE 9.0 Filter
AlphaONE 9.0 Filter from GCTek Suitable for ponds up to 25,000 gallons.
This Behemoth will get the job done. An unbelievable 9.0 cu. ft. of beads in the AquaBead or the 9.0 cu. ft. of AlphaBio1 media in the AlphaONE in a size of only 36" X 45".
Remember when bead filters this size stood 10 ft. tall and needed a barn to hide them in? Almost anyone can find a space of 36" to fit one of these monster koi keepers in.
Use on ponds up to 25,000 gallons with flow rates up to 180 gpm. Enough said. The picture says it all. This is truly the Ultimate Pond Filter.....3150.00
This filter takes the highest flow rates on the market today and it will clean and clerify a super large pond with proper flow rate with multible drains and Uv steralization will creat the ultimate crystal clear pond water around.
This filter with the proper flow rate will handle a stagering 500-650 lbs of Koi and lower the amount of backwashing on the market.
All filter listed above come with a money back garantee
Please read the pump rates for maximum results and proper backwashing procedures
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AlphaONE comes complete with Blower and Media shown here.
no need to purchase extra media unless you would like extra.
please specify if you would like extra media with your order.
