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Pulsar® Crypto Remediation

Pulsar CRS™ Cryptosporidium Pool Treatment

​Improves Clarity and Traps Cryptosporidium

Pulsar CRS™ Clarifier is a cationic polymer that when applied in small doses over a long period of time, and immediately after a backwash cycle; can improve filter efficacy on a sand bed from an average of 30-40 microns down to 2 microns*. An independent study shows this effectively traps up to 99% of cryptosporidium on the sand bed surface, clarifying the water to improve overall pool water quality.

  • Improves water clarity
  • Improves efficacy of UV systems
  • Reduces turbidity by an average of 37.5%
    Chemicals are NSF certified for coagulation and flocculation
  • System functionality is integrated into the Pulsar® control panel
cryptosporidium pool commercial pool treatment

What is Cryptosporidium?​

A protozoan parasite that can cause diarrhea and serious illness. It can be fatal to those with weakened immune systems.

Cryptosporidium is transmitted by swallowing contaminated water after an accidental fecal release.

The highest risk aquatic venues for Cryptosporidium ​are those where diaper-aged children present, particularly

  • Kiddie pools
  • Therapy pools
  • Interactive water features

Cryptosporidium accounts for nearly​ 80% of gastrointestinal illnesses in treated recreational water in the US.

The Pulsar CRS™ System can be easily installed on both new and existing Pulsar® Feeders. Order the kit below to get started.
79620
  • Pulsar CRS™ Kit includes
  • Pulsar® ¼” NPT Cord Grip for Flow Switch Cable
  • Pulsar CRS™ Flow Switch Cable
  • Pulsar CRS™ PCP Pump
  • Pulsar CRS™ PCP Pump Mounting Kit
  • Effector Flow Switch
​​30490Pulsar CRS™ Clarifier (5 gallon) sold separately
The Pulsar CRS™ System should be used in conjunction with a proper sanitizer as another layer of protection in a total risk management program. 

Pulsar® Crypto Remediation — FAQ

What is Pulsar® CRS?

Pulsar® CRS is a commercial pool clarifier that captures Cryptosporidium on the sand filter bed. It traps up to 99 percent of oocysts and filters particles from 30-40 microns down to 2 microns.

Does chlorine kill Cryptosporidium?

Normal chlorine levels do not kill Cryptosporidium quickly because its shell resists disinfection. Facilities use hyperchlorination or a clarification process. Pulsar® CRS traps up to 99 percent of Cryptosporidium on the filter bed.

How do you treat a pool after a crypto incident?

Operators follow CDC guidance to close and hyperchlorinate, or run a clarification process that captures oocysts on the filter. Pulsar® CRS cuts turbidity 37.5 percent on average while trapping crypto for a faster reopen.

Is crypto remediation chemistry NSF certified?

The clarification chemistry is NSF certified for coagulation and flocculation. That supports its use in public commercial pools that follow health-code water quality standards.