Box Elder, South Dakota – October 27, 2026 – PRESSADVANTAGE –
Iron in well water is rarely a single problem, a reality that complicates treatment for many rural homeowners. Dissolved ferrous iron remains invisible until water meets air, while ferric iron appears as rusty particles. Organically bound iron resists standard filtration, and bacterial iron leaves a reddish-brown slime that may require chlorination before any mechanical filter can work effectively. Rust stains on fixtures and laundry, a metallic taste, and a rotten-egg odor from hydrogen sulfide are the most common symptoms. SoftPro Water Systems notes that a certified water test to identify which type of iron is present should be the first step before purchasing any system, and the company points to its SoftPro Iron Master as one option designed for homes dealing with these conditions.
The SoftPro AIO Iron Master relies on air injection oxidation. As water contacts a compressed air pocket at the top of the tank, dissolved ferrous iron converts into solid ferric particles that the media captures. According to SoftPro, this approach removes the need for chemical feed pumps, in contrast to systems that depend on potassium permanganate, chlorine injection, or ozone generators.
The system uses Katalox Light, a catalytic-coated mineral media. SoftPro states that the media works at lower dissolved oxygen levels, handles manganese and hydrogen sulfide within the same bed, and requires less backwash water than greensand because of its lower density.
The SoftPro Iron Filter is available in 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 cubic foot configurations, with minimum flow rates of 5, 7, and 10 gallons per minute respectively. According to the company, these minimums reflect what the backwash cycle needs to clean the media, so sizing should be based on the well pump’s actual flow rate and peak household demand rather than tank size alone.
Controls include a 1-inch ported valve intended to limit pressure drop, a four-line backlit LCD display, and an automatic backwash cycle. A Vacation Mode performs a periodic refresh after seven days without use, and a self-charging capacitor holds the date and time for at least 48 hours during a power outage.
“Iron problems look different from one well to the next, which is why testing matters before any purchase,” said a spokesperson for SoftPro Water Systems. “The air injection design was chosen so that homeowners can address ferrous iron, manganese, and hydrogen sulfide in a single bed without managing chemical feed systems.”
The unit is designed for point-of-entry installation, supported by step-by-step instructions and video guidance. A drain connection for backwash discharge is required, so placement should account for drainage. SoftPro recommends installing an iron filter ahead of a water softener, since high iron entering a softener’s resin bed can foul it. Point-of-entry iron removal also helps protect a reverse osmosis membrane at the kitchen tap. A softener alone is not a substitute for an iron filter, and bacterial iron may require chlorination first.
The product carries a limited lifetime warranty on the tank and core components, and the manufacturer’s product page displays IAPMO, WQA, NSF, ISO 9001, and ANSI recognition.
SoftPro Water Systems specializes in water treatment solutions for homes and businesses, including water softeners for city and well water, whole house water filters, iron filters, and commercial systems. Well owners can learn more at www.softprowatersystems.com.
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For more information about SoftPro Water Systems, contact the company here:
SoftPro Water Systems
SoftPro Water Systems
1-855-683-8488
help@softprowatersystems.com
514 Americas Way, Suite 9104
Box Elder, SD 57719
