Sewage Explained

Sewage, also known as waste-water,  is water based waste that normally needs to be removed from an area.  It commonly contains physical, chemical or biological waste.  There are different types of sewage, ranging from commercial, agricultural, sanitary and surface water -waste.  Sewage is often discharged from a property through a underground drainage network.  It is then needed to be carried off to be treated before being released back into the environment. There are many different ways to treat sewage, and many countries vary their approach.

In most countries there is a national sewage system, however not all properties are connected, depending on their location.  If this is the case then you will have to install and maintain either a septic tank, sewage treatment plant or a cesspool.  Cesspools are only used as a last resort if a soak away cannot be installed.  A soak is where the treated sewage water is discharged over a large sewage area.  It consists of a network of perforated  drain pipes usually in a herringbone system, that lets the water drain naturally over a period of time back into the ground.   Most people currently prefer the sewage treatment plants, as it is better for the environment and has the option of being discharged into a watercourse with consent.

There are so many reasons we need to make sure that all forms of sewage are collected in a safe manner and then dealt with, making sure that all toxic substances are removed before the treated material is then reused. At Septic Tank Supplies we make sure all the sewage tanks we sell have been tested to the latest certification to be used in the United Kingdom.

For more information on sewage treatment or to discuss which system is best for your application please contact us on 01923 261660.

Epurbloc P6

The Epurbloc from Tricel is the new super low shallow septic tank to hit the market.

Eupurbloc is so small in size it can be easily installed with just a mini digger and dropped into place.

Key Benefits;

• Reinforced ribs allows the Epurbloc to be installed in a granular backfill
• Advanced Eco Medium Filter prevents blockages from occurring
• Overall depth only 1.4m
• EN12566-1 European certified
• Transportable by van or transit due to size and durability

Dimensions

• Height - 1.4m
• Length - 2.7m
• Width - 1.1m

Manhole extensions for deeper installations or sloping sites are available and are simply screwed onto the lid.

For more information on Epurbloc P6 please take a look at our website - www.septictank-supplies or call our office on 01923 261660



Common Rainwater Problems - Solutions



Here you will find some solutions for common Rainwater Harvesting problems you may come across;

1. Cistern doesn’t refill after flushing

• Check power supply to pump (potential power failure)
• Pressure switch failure - reset pressure switch
• If a gravity fed system check float switches have not got stuck

    2. Pump keeps switching on without toilets being flushed

• Pressure drop in pipe work - check for leaks
• If a gravity fed system check float switch has not become stuck

    3. The system does not appear to be collecting water

• Check filter has not become blocked with debris and water is getting through
• System may be full and no more water can be stored

For further advice or if looking for a new Rainwater Harvester please take a look at our website - www.septictank-supplies.co.uk or call our team on 01923 261660

Granular Backfill Sewage Treatment Plants

The new era of sewage treatment plants has arrived!

Sewage treatment plants have always needed to be installed in a concrete sorround since there invention adding considurably to the cost of installation.

Now the new era of sewage treatment plants has arrived allowing for a shallower installation and no need for a concrete base or sorround.

At Septic Tank Supplies we are able to offer Two manufactures brands;

• Tricel Uk
• Marsh Ensign

Both the Tricel and Marsh systems are half the height as the standard sewage treatment plants on the market so are ideal for hard rock or wet sites.

For more information on shallow sewage treatment plants please take a look at our website - www.septictank-supplies or call our office on 01923 261660

Non Electric Sewage Treatment Plants

GB Drainage is now in prime postion to offer the brand new Clereflo Eco Zero energy sewage treatment plant from Conder Environmental Solutions.

In standard configuration the Clereflo Eco offers a treatment to a standard of better than 20mg/l BOD; 30mg/l SS and 20mg/l NH3 effluent quality.

The treatment plants require zero energy

Designed and tested in accordance with BSEN12566-3:2005 and sized to the British Water Code of Practice for Flows and Loads, the Clereflo ECO will serve a population range up to 12 persons.
It is suitable for residential and commercial projects where mains drainage is not available. Typical applications include single dwellings, small communities or developments, refurbishments and rural self build.
For homeowners and self-builders the key features of the new Clereflo ECO are its zero energy requirement, discreet below ground operation and the low ongoing maintenance costs.

For builders and developers, as well as being price competitive, the Clereflo ECO’s compact design offers a low-cost, easy installation process.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Zero energy
• Easy to install single tank design – reduced installation costs
• Independently tested to BSEN12566-3:2005
• Value for money
• Completely below ground installation
• Proven technology with reliable performance, over 50,000 worldwide installations
• Quiet, odourless operation
• Effluent Standard better than: 20mg/l BOD: 30mg/l SS; 20mg/l NH3
• Average effluent results under test 3.5mg/l BOD: 4.7mg/l ss: 6.2mg/l NH3
• Suitable for discharge to ground or watercourse –  subject to relevant exemption / consent / licence
• Low energy pumped discharge option for where gravity discharge is not possible

Drainage Supplies and Services

Septic Tank Supplies

 

Here at Septic Tank Supplies we have many years experience in the drainage industry, in both the domestic and commercial sectors. We have a great knowledge and understanding of all the major drainage manufacturers and are happy to offer their full product ranges at discounted rates.

Septic Tank Supplies offer free impartial advice on all your drainage requirements and ensure you are getting the best quality products at the cheapest prices available. Having worked for one of the biggest manufactures in the Uk for several years we are able to offer great advice on all your drainage questions.

We pride ourselves on our pricing structure and our customer service, before, during and after an installation. Septic Tank Supplies are a family run business, so we have much more flexibility when it comes to pricing which makes us the most cost effective drainage supplier in the United Kingdom.

Septic Tank Supplies are able to offer a wide range of choice as we supply no fewer than 10 UK drainage manufacturers products ranging from;

Septic Tanks Shallow Septic Tanks Marsh Sewage Treatment Plants Klargester BioDisc Rainwater Harvesting Zoeller Pump Stations Pipe Fittings and Smaple Chambers Septic Tank Supplies are also in a position to carry out free site visits across the whole of the United Kingdom by either ourselves or an area manager of the manufacturer's product you are interested in. For further information on our full product range please take a look at our website - www.septictank-supplies.co.uk or call us on 01923 261660

Sustainable Homes With Rainwater Harvesting

At Septic Tank Supplies we have vast experience working toward the code of sustainable homes with rainwater harvesting for inside and outside applications. (Envireaus & Raintraps)

In order to achieve 5 credits in the code for what the code calls “Wat 1” (which is mandatory for Level 5 and above), then rainwater (or grey water) recycling will be required in practice. Even for lower code levels, a rainwater recycling system used for flushing WCs etc can be specified in order to allow higher flow rates on taps etc, which might otherwise have to be reduced in order to satisfy the code and so this can be a means of balancing your preferences against increased capital cost and maintenance requirements of the code.

At Septic Tank Supplies we understand that water is a big environmental issue – droughts, reservoirs and rivers at low levels and hose pipe bans. So in a nutshell the aim of the code when it comes to water is to reduce the consumption of potable mains water in the home, and of course water recycling systems are a great way to achieve this.