Intake Screen Services
Keep water moving with intake screen inspection, cleaning, repair, and installation from AUS Dredge and Dive. We help golf courses, municipalities, industrial facilities, and other water users maintain their existing screens and evaluate options for improving intake performance.
If your screen repeatedly clogs or sits too close to accumulated sediment, AUS FloatFlow may offer a better position for your intake.
Introducing AUS FloatFlow
AUS FloatFlow is a floating intake screen system designed to keep your intake near the water’s surface and away from sediment on the pond bottom. A flexible hose connects the floating screen to your existing intake line, allowing the screen to rise and fall with changing water levels.
Manufactured and assembled by AUS, FloatFlow gives golf course superintendents and other irrigation managers another option for addressing intake maintenance challenges.
Why Choose a Floating Intake Screen?
An intake positioned near the pond bottom can draw in sediment and collect debris that restricts water flow. Moving the screen higher in the water column can help reduce exposure to bottom sediment while making the screen easier to access for inspection and cleaning.
AUS FloatFlow offers:
- Less exposure to sediment and debris
- Less clogging and cleaning
- Minimize pump damage
- More consistent irrigation
- Easier service access near the surface
FloatFlow is available for 12-, 14-, 16-, 18-, 20-, and 24-inch intake lines. Our team can review your existing setup, site conditions, and installation needs to help determine whether the system is a fit.
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Intake Screen Inspection, Cleaning & Repair
Whether you use a fixed or floating intake screen, regular attention helps keep your system operating reliably. AUS provides:
- Underwater inspections to assess screen condition, debris accumulation, and surrounding sediment.
- Screen cleaning to remove material restricting water flow.
- Repairs and replacement for damaged or deteriorating screens and components.
- Removal and reinstallation when screens need servicing or replacement.
- Installation support for new screens and intake improvements.
- Scheduled maintenance based on your site and operating needs.
Does Your Intake Keep Clogging?
Repeated cleaning may address the immediate blockage without resolving the conditions causing it. Screen placement, sediment accumulation, debris, and changing pond conditions can all affect how often an intake needs attention.
AUS can assess your current setup and recommend a practical next step, whether that means cleaning, repairs, sediment removal, or evaluating an AUS FloatFlow system.
Let’s Talk About Your Intake
Need help with an existing screen or interested in AUS FloatFlow? Share your intake size, site location, and the problems you’re experiencing. Photos or drawings are helpful if available.
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FAQs
Yes. AUS offers routine inspection programs designed to identify issues early and reduce long-term maintenance costs. Regular underwater inspections can detect sediment buildup, intake restrictions, structural wear, and debris accumulation before they lead to equipment failure or unplanned downtime.
Many clients choose scheduled inspection programs (such as semiannual inspections) to stay ahead of problems, extend the life of their infrastructure, and make maintenance more predictable and budget-friendly. AUS can tailor a program based on your system, usage, and risk level.
Contact AUS with basic project details, and the team will guide you through the next steps. Depending on the project, this may include a scoping call, document review, or site visit to develop a clear and practical approach.
To begin, it helps to have:
- Location of the site
- Type of structure or system (pond, tank, intake, wet well, etc.)
- Description of the issue or goal
- Photos, drawings, or past inspection reports (if available)
From there, AUS can recommend next steps, including a site visit or preliminary assessment.
Permit requirements vary depending on the site and type of work. Some projects require permits, particularly in regulated environments. AUS helps identify requirements early and works with clients to ensure projects are properly planned.
Yes. In urgent situations such as blocked intakes, equipment failures, or unexpected underwater issues, AUS can respond quickly to assess and address the problem. Availability depends on location and current scheduling.
Commercial divers often work in low-visibility or zero-visibility environments, including murky water, confined spaces, and active systems. AUS divers are trained and equipped to safely operate in these conditions using specialized communication, lighting, and safety systems.
Project timelines vary based on scope, depth, access, and complexity. Some inspections can be completed in a day, while more involved repairs or multi-location projects may take several days. AUS provides a clear scope and schedule before work begins.
An underwater inspection involves a diver assessing the condition, performance, and integrity of submerged structures or equipment. This may include visual inspection, video documentation (when visibility allows), measurements, and reporting to help guide maintenance or repair decisions.