JAMES CUMMING & SONS
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James Cumming & Sons is your trusted source for high-performance filter coal (anthracite type filter media),
specifically manufactured for diverse industrial applications . Our premium Australian bituminous Filter Coal media is carefully selected and processed to deliver superior filtration efficiency and long-lasting performance. With over a century of manufacturing experience, we’re the reliable partner you need for effective and dependable filtration across industries. Invest in filtration excellence with James Cumming & Sons.
Product description
C & S Brand Australian Filter Coal is an industrial anthracite-type filter media with optimal uniformity coefficient, consisting of hard, durable cubic subangular particles, free of clay, shale and impurities.
Manufactured in our plant with consistent particle sizing, it is clean with minimal fines, resulting in lower scraping losses during filter installation and significant cost savings.
Our anthracite-type filter media ensures long-term performance, outperforming softer or chemically unstable alternatives. Upgrading from a mono-media sand filter to a dual-media filter with Australian Filter Coal achieves a 50-100% increase in water filtration efficiency and a significant reduction in backwash rates.
Specification
Effective Size
Manufactured to Customer Specification as per AWWA B100
Uniformity Coefficient
Manufactured to Customer Specification as per AWWA B100
Specific Gravity
1.45 ± 3% AS1145.5
Packaging
- Woven polypropylene bulk bags of 1.6m3 (approx. 1075kg) capacity with bottom discharge spout and four lifting lugs for crane or forklift handling. Bags can be stored indefinitely indoors or out of direct sunlight under suitable UV cover.
- 1.25m3 (approx. 845kg) bulk bags specifically designed for export containerisation.
- 32.5 litre (approx. 20kg) woven polypropylene sacks shrink-wrapped 42 sacks per pallet.
Australian Filter Coal or Anthracite
At James Cumming & Sons, we’ve identified an Australian bituminous coal that generally outperforms imported anthracite coal, meeting or even exceeding the AWWA B100 standard.
The two key factors for filtering suitability are coal hardness and acid solubility. Our extensively tested Australian Filter Coal, with a proven track record in thousands of treatment plants, is a superior choice for potable, wastewater or pretreatment desalination. Anthracite coal is not essential for durability and filtration performance.
Projects
Sydney Desalination
Plant
In response to declining water levels, Sydney Water obtained approval for a Seawater Desalination Plant. Pilot testing favoured coarse dual-media filtration. We supplied C & S Brand Australian Filter Coal, on time and to exact specification.
Qurayyat Desalination
Plant
This plant is in operation to address water shortages in Muscat, Oman and surrounds. We supplied 2,210 cubic metres of C & S Brand Australian Filter Coal, delivered on time, to exact specifications.
Dungog WTP
This was the first contact filtration plant in Australia to use large effective size media, after pilot plant work by the Hunter Water Corporation. It was also the first to use C & S Brand Australian Filter Coal and remains an industry frontrunner with long-term results, durability and consistency.
Barangaroo Lendlease
Grand Casino
We supplied premium C&S Brand Australian Activated Carbon while transforming a former gas works site into a modern casino and hotel, effectively eliminating odours and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and adding to Sydney’s evolving skyline.
Mt Crosby
Eastbank
This refurbishment project included converting 20 mono-media sand filters to dual-media filters with C&S Brand Australian Filter Coal. It extended filter run times, reduced backwashing frequency and improved plant performance, surpassing client expectations.
Talk to us about your industry-specific needs
Optimise your industrial processes with Australian Filter Coal from James Cumming & Sons , Australia’s industry pioneer in manufacturing high-quality Filter coal solutions for more than 115 years. From resource and refinement to logistics, we manage every stage so our clients receive superior products and tailored support for their industry and application. Get in touch to explore how our Australian Filter Coal range can drive exceptional performance and efficiency.
FAQs
Can you provide detailed specifications and technical data sheets for your Australian Filter Coal?
Yes. We understand the importance of having detailed information for informed decision-making. Please reach out to us with your requirements, and we’ll be happy to provide you with comprehensive data sheets for our Australian Filter coal range. Our team can discuss your needs in detail and ensure you have all the necessary information.
What are the advantages of using bituminous coal based filter media over anthracite filter media?
While anthracite is often considered a higher grade of coal due to its higher fixed carbon content, our experience across thousands of projects delivering potable water, wastewater and desalination applications has consistently demonstrated the distinct advantages of our bituminous coal.
Our Australian Filter Coal has a lower fixed carbon content than Anthracite Coal. However, this doesn’t affect filtration ability. Our Australian Filter coal’s superior hardness also contributes to greater resistance to abrasion and breakdown, ultimately prolonging the lifespan of the operating filter. Choosing bituminous coal can also be a more cost-effective solution, given the relative scarcity and higher cost of imported anthracite.
What is the typical lead time for Australian Filter Coal orders?
Lead times for Australian Filter Coal orders can vary depending on factors such as order size, specific product requirements, current stock levels and your location. However, we strive to fulfil orders as efficiently as possible. We can provide you with a precise delivery timeframe upon request. We manage the delivery process along the way, from formal quotation to confirmation of order and prompt shipment. We typically aim to keep 50m3 of each standard sizing grade in stock to ensure our customers’ orders are fulfilled promptly.
Contact us
for your Filter Coal, Activated Carbon and Carbon additive needs
Reach us through
James Cumming & Sons
319 Parramatta Road,
Auburn NSW 2144 Australia
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