Harlequin - Balmoral Authorised Re-Seller

Clarehill Plastics Ltd. has been manufacturing and supplying tanks under the Harlequin brand for over 30 years from its manufacturing base in Co. Armagh, Northern Ireland.

Recently Harlequin also purchased the rotational moulding products division of Balmoral Tanks, a leading manufacturer based in Aberdeen. This acquisition has enabled it to manufacture and supply a range of quality Effluent Treatment including the well known Hydroclear Range. Please call us on 01923 261660 for further information.

Harlequin Balmoral HydroClear HC6 Sewage Treatment Plant - 6 Population

Serves - 6 population dwelling

HydroClear, represents significant progress for the domestic wastewater industry.

The HydroClear is Balmoral’s third generation treatment plant and the result of an intensive three year research, development and testing programme.
Design objectives included improved performance, running costs, installation, haulage and storage, making the HydroClear a natural choice for specifiers, installers and end-users .An aerated biological system, the HydroClear benefits from a moving bed biological reactor, or MBBR, at its core. A new process in the package wastewater market, MBBR technology embraces the benefits of common fixed film media processes without suffering their common downfalls.

Contemporary design engineering and analysis software and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities combine to create this unique product which dominates sewage treatment plant market with a class-leading pollutant removal level of 97%.

• Cost effective installation
• Virtually silent operation
• 24 month service period reduces operating costs
• HydroClear owners can determine their own desludge intervals meaning potential cost savings of at least £200 per year
• Carries full CE accreditation to BS EN12566-3

Class-leading Performance;

• Lower Operating Costs
• Easy Installation
• Power Failure Default
• Virtually Silent Operation
• Odour Minimisation

Dimensions

• Lenght: 3400mm
• Width: 1250mm
• Height: 2635mm
• Capacity: 4400L

• Install Depth: 2450mm
• Inlet Depth: 1000mm
• Outlet Depth: 1050mm

Solido Smart Sewage Treatment Plant

The new Solido Smart solution makes decentralised wastewater treatment easier and more efficient than ever before. Trust its high-quality design and durable components to provide long-term performance and peace of mind for you and your family.

• Low operational costs, offering you long term savings
• Discrete and silent treatment plant
• Reduced installation and maintenance costs, Solido Smart tanks are lightweight, compact and have low installation depth requirements
• Fully CE marked, Designed and tested in accordance with EN 12566-3
• Full compliance with the requirements of SR66:2015
• HDPE material – Durable, recyclable and impact resistant

Market leading effluent quality of;

• BOD – 5
• SS – 13
• Ammonia – 0.7

How It Works

Solido Smart combines the benefits of an ultra-compact solution with the trusted performances of Solido systems. Integrating an SBR technology comparable to larger municipal applications, the proven technology operates with direct aeration of the wastewater and without the need of a primary treatment. This simple process provides efficient wastewater treatment results without the emission of odurs.

Solido Smart Sewage Treatment Plant

Premier Tech Aqua Launches The New Solido SMART

One of the UK's leading providers of water and wastewater treatment solutions has announced it is extending its flagship range of products with the launch of a new sewage treatment plant that makes decentralised wastewater treatment easier and more efficient.  

Premier Tech Aqua (PTA) will be introducing its new Solido SMART solution which integrates state of the art Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR) technology to give a much better effluent quality than anything currently available on the market. This proven technology means that wastewater is treated in batches rather than being treated continuously, resulting in increased efficiency, reduced energy consumption and a prolonged life for all component parts.

The discrete and silent treatment plant provides the ideal solution for residential and commercial sites that require an ultra-compact system, including domestic dwellings, refurbishments and rural barn conversions.

Combining the features and trusted performance of the company's Solido systems, PTA has ambitious plans for the Solido SMART to become the next market leader.

Speaking about the launch of the new product, Steve Joyce, Managing Director at PTA said: "PTA is firmly committed to investing in the development and improvement of our product lines, and as such, we strongly believe the Solido SMART significantly enhances our already extensive product offering.

"Its advanced technical qualities, high-quality design and durable components makes the Solido SMART one of the most sophisticated sewage treatment plants available on the market.

"Our Solido systems have already proven to be a very popular choice in the marketplace and we believe our customers will be greatly impressed with our enhanced solution and the increased performance that it offers. And what's more, its smart design means a reduction to installation and maintenance costs, making it an extremely cost effective solution."

With low operational costs of only 49 kwh per person per year, the Solido SMART offers long term savings. It is fully CE marked designed and tested in accordance with EN 12566-3.

The launch comes on the back of the company introducing its leading Conder ASP sewage treatment plant in a new material high-density polyethylene (HDPE). Combining the proven features the ASP product, the new material is environmentally friendly and longer lasting, with the additional benefit of being recyclable post life.

Based in Peterlee, County Durham Premier Tech Aqua is an industry leader in onsite and decentralized wastewater treatment, water storage and rain water harvesting solutions. The company is well-known for its three leading product lines; Rewatec, Conder and Ecoflo. As a Business Unit of global leader Premier Tech, the company specialises in the design and manufacturing of innovative and durable products for the residential, commercial, municipal and industrial markets.

Klargester Grease Trap - NSG1 500 Litres

Klargester NSG1

Grease Traps are an effective and hygienic method of separating fat and grease from waste water flow.

Klargester grease traps will, by the removal of fat and grease:

• Greatly reduce incidents of blocked drains from catering establishments
• Improve the performance of septic tanks and field drains
• Prevent contamination of small sewage treatment plants

Grease traps are designed for small restaurants, public houses and canteens

Grease Separators: For applications such as larger restaurants, hotels, etc. where a grease separator should be considered to give additional volume.

Operation & Installation

Traps and separators allow fats and grease to naturally separate out from water, allowing their removal prior to the wastewater reaching the drainage system. The trap or separator should be installed close to the source of contamination before any foul waste can enter the drainage flow and to suit the expected liquid temperature.

Comes with free pedestrian duty cover and frame. Vehicle duty covers are available

For further advice please call us on 01923 261660

New Rules For Using Septic Tanks & Small Packaged Sewage Treatment Plants

As of January 2015, you, as a homeowner, are now responsible for your choice, installation and maintenance of your wastewater system under a new code of practice introduced by the Environment Agency. You have a legal responsibility to minimise the impact of your sewage waste if you manage it within the bounds of your property e.g. with a septic tank or sewage treatment plant.

If you have a septic tank that discharges directly to a surface water you will need to replace or upgrade your treatment system by 1 January 2020, or when you sell your property if before this date.

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How to follow the rules and protect your local environment

• We strongly advise you always get expert, specialist advice when it comes to sewage waste treatment; the effluent has the potential to be both a serious health hazard and pollute the local environment if it is not properly managed. You are also at risk of prosecution if the regulations are not upheld.
• Although you no longer need to register a small domestic tank or keep five year maintenance records, your septic tank or sewage treatment plant must still be fit for purpose, comply with industry standard EN 12566, and be properly sized, installed, and maintained by an authorised person.
• You are limited to discharging a maximum of 2,000 litres of treated sewage per day into the ground or 5,000 litres of treated sewage per day to flowing water. If you discharge more you will need a permit.
• Never neglect your wastewater system; out of sight is not out of mind! Like boilers and cars, septic tanks and sewage treatment plants need to be regularly serviced to operate efficiently.
• If you have a septic tank that discharges directly to a surface water you will need to replace or upgrade your treatment system by 1 January 2020, or when you sell your property if before this date.

Trust the experts

It is now more important than ever to take care when it comes to your choice of tank. With over 15 years’ experience in wastewater solutions, Septic Tank Supplies are here to help with a premium, trusted packages, tailored to your home’s wastewater needs:

• initial consultation/assessment of needs
• premium products
• free site inspection
• reliable and cost effective

For complete peace of mind, Septic Tank Supplies recommends installing a sewage treatment plant which treats the wastewater, producing a clear overflow that is environmentally friendly and suitable for discharging even on sensitive sites.

Despite their high efficiency rating, treatment plants don’t cost significantly more to buy and install than a septic tank and require a smaller drainage field while maintenance and running costs are relatively low. However minor the impact on the environment, any serious problem caused by a failed septic tank or sewage treatment plant can have a major impact on the finances of the system’s owner.

Septic tanks and sewage treatment plants should never be considered a fit and forget solution – regulations require that they are maintained and emptied regularly, so it is important to trust professional service team to look after your wastewater system.

For more information or advice on which system is best for you please call our office on 01923 261660 or email sales@septictank-supplies.co.uk

klargester BioFicient

Klargester BioFicient

Features and benefits

The BioFicient is a highly economical and reliable solution for your sewage treatment needs. With low running costs, the all new BioFicient is easy to maintain – with the high performance you'd expect from a Kingspan Klargester model.

• Shallow dig
• New high performance compressor
• Robust and damage resistant due to MDPE construction
• Minimal visual impact
• Excellent ammonia reduction (0.4mg/l)
• Installation in trafficked areas (structural advice required)
• Saving on-site installation time and costs
• EN 12566-3 tested and approved
• CE-marked
• NEW! Integral pump discharge option is now available for the Bioficient 1-4 model

How the BioFicient works

The moving aerated media process used is a compact development of the traditional biological process and provides a more effective and complete means of reducing the loads.

1. Raw sewage gravitates to the unit where it is received in the primary settlement zone. Here, gross solids and other social debris settle to the bottom of the tank where they remain until the tank requires de-sludging.  Settled sewage is displaced from primary zone and enters the first of : two sequential moving aerated media reactors.

2. Media and liquid circulation in each zone is achieved through the use of a compressor and diffuser, which introduces fresh air into each compartment. The liquor is constantly re-circulated and contacts the moving media and as it does so, it is purified by the microorganisms (biomass) growing on the surface of the media and within the moving liquor. Excess growth of biomass is shed as solid particles into the liquor.

3. The final settlement tank is where humus solids settle to form sludge.  At preset intervals, portions of the sludge and liquor are returned to the primary tank for additional treatment.

4. Final effluent is displaced from the final settlement tank. With regulator approval, it is suitable for discharge to a watercourse or drainage field.

Klargester Reed Beds

Klargester Reed Beds

Features and benefits

• Very low maintenance
• Easy to install and maintain
• Tertiary treatment for new applications with tight discharge consents
• Satisfies new building regulations
• Improved effluent quality for existing works
• Aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly
• Significantly improves discharge after a treatment plan, making it kinder for the environment
• Tested and approved to EN 12566-3 in conjunction with BioDisc

Design

• Pre-fabricated to take out the guess work
• Modular system comprising of individual beds: 6 Population = 2 beds and 12 Population = 4 beds
• One piece GRP moulding installed flush to the ground
• Reeds and GRP beds supplied. Washed pea gravel, 'growing' media by others (not included).
• Provides rooting zone depth of 600mm (required by Phragmites Australis).
• Modules designed with a hydraulic gradient across the length of the units.
• Adjustable outlet weir allows water level control

Product Code	Population Equivalent	Length (mm)	Width (mm)	Depth (mm)	No Required	Outlet Size (mm)
HBR006	6	2500	800	800	2	110
HBR012	12	2500	800	800	4	110

Klargester Spare Parts

We specialise in sewage treatment plants, package pump systems, oil separators, grease traps and rainwater harvesting systems.

Whether you have a septic tank, sewage treatment plant, rainwater harvesting system or pump station, we offer various service plans to provide you with peace of mind that the system will operate and function with the minimum amount of hassle.

We recommend that no matter which brand or model of septic tank or sewage treatment system you have, it is checked and maintained regularly. Preventative maintenance is protecting your investment and your environment to avoid costly septic tank repair bills or even damage to the groundwater or environment. If a tank leaks or is damaged it can cause serious problems with the drainage field not to mention big inconveniences such as not being unable to flush toilets.

Klargester BioDisc

Unique Design

The Kingspan Klargester BioDisc® is the only packaged sewage treatment plant utilising Rotating Biological Contractor technology for small domestic applications. This process offers inherent cost and performance benefits with a low carbon footprint.

Assured Performance

BioDisc® is a high performance package treatment plant which, in normal domestic situations, will produce effluent qualities of better than 10mg/l BOD, 15mg/l SS and 3.8mg/l ammonia.

​Features and benefits

• Lowest running and maintenance costs of sewage treatment models in its class
• No noise, no odours
• Suitable for homes with up to 18 people.
• Low profile covers for minimal visual impact
• Invert options to match the site
• Control panel issues an immediate alert when a problem occurs
• Single phase standard power supply
• Optional integral pump available
• Certified to European Standard EN12566-3
• CE-marked

Klargester BioDisc

Matrix Sewage Treatment Systems

Matrix CLF2 (12pe) treatment plants were chosen by the customer for a 10 plot residential development because they met all of the requirements of the site.

The primary concern was that all the inlet depths were different but C&L Fabrication Ltd are able to manufacture treatment plants to suit required inlet depths to the nearest 5mm, without any penalty on time availability. Of equal importance was the fact that Matrix treatment plants are FULLY certified to BSEN12566-3, including the structural test in groundwater conditions, which few, if any, other manufacturers hold.

Similarly, the customer felt that the ease of installation of the Matrix treatment plant plus the extremely economical ongoing running and maintenance costs would be a long term benefit.

Matrix Sewage Treatment Plant

If you require a special invert depth please call our sales team on 01923 261660 or email sales@septictank-supplies.co.uk

Clenviro Ltd Installation

Holker Estates, owner of a large caravan park in Cumbria, awarded Clenviro Ltd the contract to design, manufacture and supply two Matrix sewage treatment systems to ultimately serve up to 1200 guests.
The systems had to be designed to achieve much lower than normal ammonia levels, to comply with EA permit requirements.

In awarding the contract to Clenviro Ltd, Holker Estates considered not only the capital cost of the systems but also the speed and cost efficiency of the installation in comparison to other systems and the minimal aesthetic impact of the final installation of the Matrix system.

The first system to serve approximately 750 guests has been supplied and installed by a local contractor, with the second system scheduled to be installed later in the year.

 Matrix Sewage Treatment Plants

For more information please call our team on 01923 261660 or email sales@septictank-supplies.co.uk

Klargester's Newest Sewage Treatment Plant Now Available

Kingspan Klargester have been investing in its commercial range and along with the recent Biodisc BM, are happy to introduce the new BioFicient sewage treatment plant for commercial applications.

In a standard configuration, the Bioficient Commercial will deliver BOD levels of less than 20mg/l, 30mg/l Suspended Solids, and Ammonia levels lower than 5mg/l. This means it will outperform most of the packaged systems currently on the market for nitrogen reduction.

The Bioficient is also a highly adaptable solution that can manage a range of influent and effluent qualities, depending on the situation requirements. The system may be configured to enable treatment to almost any consent level levied by the regulators.

The BioFicient is designed in accordance with BS EN 12255 and ideal for large domestic and commercial applications such as camp sites, hotels or industrial units. It is shipped as a single piece tank up to 300PE with modular systems available for up to 1000 PE.

How Bioficient Commercial Works

Bioficient Commerical delivers superior effluent quality thanks to its three-stage process, featuring an innovative plug flow aerobic process in a fluidised bed arrangement. This operates in conjunction with an advanced system of air diffusers and media to deliver optimum levels of purification.

Bioficient features three phases to ensure efficient operation. The first stage is a settlement phase where the coarse solids are retained for subsequent gradual breakdown. The biological phase removes carbonaceous pollutants by presenting the sewage to micro-organisms in the presence of oxygen. High efficiency air diffusers continually pump oxygen through the biological media and fluidised effluent. The by-product of biological treatment, humus sludge, is re-cycled for further treatment.

An innovative flow management system stabilises influent volume variations and minimises hydraulic impact on the final settlement process.

All these control procedures ensure that the final effluent remains at a consistently high quality.

Changes to the Bioficient Commercial

The improvements that have been introduced with the rebranding include:

• GRP inspection covers for increased corrosion protection.
• Vent pipes added to every neck to allow better ventilation and air-flow.
• Necks on each side of the primary settlement tank to allow for better inspection and easier de-sludging.
• Biozones are now very similar in volume to aid maintenance.
• Inlet pipe has a rodding point inside the neck for easier access.
• A more efficient blower means less power consumption.
• More airflow to diffusers to improve process.
• Stainless-steel diffusers to avoid corrosion.
• Other Made To Order options are available.

Other Benefits

Furthermore, the design allows the system to be installed in both pedestrian- and traffic-loading areas ensuring flexibility to installers and minimal land-take (subject to civil design and covers fitted).

Our technical specialists and engineers are able to assess each site’s demands and tailor the specification accordingly. Plant sizing is calculated not only on current demand but also on potential future loading to meet the latest legislative criteria.

For more information or if you require sizing and Prices please contact our team on 01923 261660 or email sales@septictank-supplies.co.uk

Pump Your Waste with Kingspan Klargester

If your project is among the 1.5 million homes and properties in the UK that cannot connect to the main sewer, what should you do?

First, the 2010 Building Regulations recommends that a site visit is carried out by a suitably qualified expert before the preferred treatment option is decided upon. Kingspan Klargester product experts will provide that service totally free of charge.  And it’ll be well worth it.  Get it wrong and the owner of the property could be faced with the unwholesome prospect of over-flowing toilets and blocked drains.  It also leaves both them and builder at risk of prosecution under The Public Health Act 1936, and the prospect of a heavy fine.

Although many would assume that a septic tank or sewage treatment plant would automatically be required, UK building regulations stipulate that whenever possible a house must be connected to the main sewer – which is why pump stations are still the most commonly specified solutions for off-mains drainage in this country.

Pump stations are fairly complex systems and they must be properly sized – too small, and the pump won’t be able to offer the requisite storage.  Both British Standards BS EN752 and Building Regulations for Foul Drainage, with a mandatory capacity to hold waste for 24 hours to protect the property should power supplies fail. Furthermore, the pump must be specified correctly to suit the site conditions and its particular application.

Klargester Range Of Pumping Stations

Call our team of product experts at the building design stage and they will determine the right location for the pumping station and calculate what’s needed, considering factors such as:

• the height and distance to the main sewer if pumping directly to it
• the depth of the incoming drain
• the type of liquid that needs to be pumped and
• the type and number of users

It would be poor economy to base your figures on “best estimates”, especially on small sites. Even small misjudgements can result in a pumping station which is under-powered and therefore unable to do the job properly.

You can ask the team for guidance whatever the size and scale of your project – from a single home to a multi-million pound industrial development.  And you’ll have access to high quality, reliable pump stations, all designed and factory-manufactured off-site before being delivered to site, ready to install.

If you require a pump station sizing call our team on 01923 261660 or email sales@septictank-supplies.co.uk

Compliant fuel and oil separators from Kingspan Klargester

All manner of projects, both large and small, are required to maintain compliance with all environmental rules and regulations concerning property drainage. As an aspect of compliance, it is essential that the appropriate separators are deployed in order to meet or exceed the drainage demand but to also comply with the ongoing project demands such as cost and time. Kingspan Klargester offers a wide range of fully compliant Fuel and Oil Separators that meet environmental regulations and when combined with our experienced product experts, we can help select the right solution that provides value for you and your project.

Klargester Separators

Separator Requirements

The determination for use of a fuel and oil separator is based on the specific application of the property and not necessarily on size. Combined guidelines from the Environment Agency of England and Wales, The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency and the Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland specify when fuel and oil separators are required. These are:

• Car Parks, for more than 50 vehicles or 800m2.
• Car Parks of any size in a sensitive environment.
• Any location where good transport is parked or maneuvered.
• Maintenance areas.
• Roads or Motorways.
• Sites where oil is used or stored.
• Refueling facilities.
• Any location at risk of contamination from oil or fuel.

Kingspan Klargester Fuel and Oil Separator Types

There are three types of Kingspan Klargester Fuel and Oil Separators for consideration. The first type is the full retention separator that is designed to manage the complete flow of drainage from the site or a flow rate of 65mm/hr, under standard conditions. The second type are Bypass Separators and these manage a flow rate up to 6.5mm/hr and if the flow exceeds this limit, the flow bypasses the separator system. The last type of separator is the Forecourt Separator. This type of separator is designed for installation in petrol filing station forecourts and similar applications. Forecourt separators can contain a spillage up to 7,600L.

Getting The Right Separator

Naturally, to provide the optimal separator, some factors require consideration. Our separator designs are based on non-impeded flows from external pipework, therefore, the factors to be considered are;

• Calculated flow rate for the area drained.
• The necessary discharge standard.
• Drain invert inlet depth
• All necessary pipework, type, size, and orientation.

Kingspan Klargester has a highly specialized team of experts that can assist you in procuring the right fuel and oil separator for your project. We also offer a free site inspection and analysis that can further assist you in selecting the right separator, if needed. Our team of site specialists and product experts have generations of combined experience in all sizes of projects.

Meeting High Standards

All Kingspan Klargester Fuel and Oil Separators correspond to British and European standards as set forth in EN 858-1 and 858-2. In fact, Kingspan Klargester was the first to be certified to EN 858-1 for a range of separators.

The features of Kingspan Klargester Separators are:

• Lightweight
• Easily installed
• Have fitted inlet/outlet connections
• Have Vent points and necks
• Include slit storage volume

In addition to these features, depending on the type and model, they can also include alarm systems, extended access shafts, ground level maintenance, and appropriate covers.

For more information or if you require a separator please call our office on 01923 261660 or email sales@septictank-supplies.co.uk