SEWAGE TREATMENT
Types of Sewage Treatment Plants by Tricel
OVERVIEW
There is no such thing as a typical ground and housing, and Tricel understood this a while ago. For this reason, our engineers have been working on different types of sewage treatment plants. Find the one that fits your needs.
A sewage treatment plant is primarily designed for individual homes and businesses that are not connected to a main sewer.
It operates in a manner similar to that of communal purification plants but in a scaled-down form for personal use.
When working on its Tricel Novo, Tricel kept in mind that everyone’s need is different regarding wastewater treatment. For this particular reason, our engineering team has been working on different types of sewage treatment plants. We have the plant you are looking for homeowners or light-commercial purposes. Our Novo is available in different sizes (from 1 PE to 50 PE) with an adjustable outlet. Read more about our very own savoir-faire.
KEY BENEFITS OF A TRICEL NOVO PLANT:
- Compact: about five m² of floor space (for five or six population equivalents);
- Lightweight: (200 to 300 kg): easy and inexpensive installation (sewage treatment plant with concrete tank weights more than two tons);
- Efficient: effective treatment, no risk of clogging;
- Adaptable: suitable for all types of terrain (difficult ground, the presence of groundwater);
- Reliable: long life (20 to 40 years, whereas the spreading of a traditional die must be replaced every 10 to 20 years);
- Tested and certified: for structural strength, water tightness, durability and treatment efficiency, adhering to European Standard EN12566- 3 (like all sewage treatment solutions manufactured by Tricel)
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Determine the type of sewage treatment plant that fits your needs
When buying a new house or updating your existing sewage treatment solution, you want to maximise your investment. Not only do you want a durable, cost-efficient product but also one designed for you. While working on your project, you must mainly focus on a few details.
Population equivalents: How many people live under your roof, and how many rooms do you have? Those elements are the starting point of your project. Without the population equivalent metric, we won’t be able to advise you adequately. We are talking about PE, also known as Population Equivalent, regularly. If your family is composed of 4 bedrooms, your PE is 6. Please refer to our table if you have any hesitation.
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Design Population
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UK6
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UK8
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UK10
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UK12
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UK18
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UK24
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UK30
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UK36
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UK42
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UK50
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Number of people
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1-6
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2-8
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3-10
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4-12
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6-18
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8-24
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10-30
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12-36
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14-42
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16-50
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The second detail you must consider is where you will implant your sewage treatment plant. Depending on the available space, you should reconsider your project.
Last but not least, what types of ground do you have? Based on its level and particularity, you should install a gravity or pumped outlet to help evacuate the liquid.
Tricel Novo UK6
No of people: 1-6
Nominal capacity (litres): 3,080 L
Weight: 250kg
Length: 2.10m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.24m
Air blower rating: 64 watts
Tricel Novo UK18
No of people: 6-18
Nominal capacity (litres): 7,136 L
Weight: 500kg
Length: 4.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 215 watts
Tricel Novo UK42
No of people: 14-42
Nominal capacity (litres): 12,272 L
Weight: 400kg
Length: 3.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 1.99m
Weight: 600kg
Length: 5.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 215 watts x 2
Tricel Novo UK8
No of people: 2-8
Nominal capacity (litres): 4,000 L
Weight: 300kg
Length: 2.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.24m
Air blower rating: 86 watts
Tricel Novo UK24
No of people: 8-24
Nominal capacity (litres): 8,756 L
Weight: 600kg
Length: 5.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 215 watts
Tricel Novo UK50
No of people: 16-50
Nominal capacity (litres): 15,590 L
Weight: 400kg
Length: 3.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 1.99m
Weight: 700kg
Length: 6.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 215 watts x 2
Tricel Novo UK10
No of people: 3-10
Nominal capacity (litres): 4.710 L
Weight: 350kg
Length: 3.10m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.24m
Air blower rating: 86 watts
Tricel Novo UK30
No of people: 10-30
Nominal capacity (litres): 10,376 L
Weight: 700kg
Length: 6.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 215 watts
Tricel Novo UK12
No of people: 4-12
Nominal capacity (litres): 5,516 L
Weight: 400kg
Length: 3.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 100 watts
Tricel Novo UK36
No of people: 12-36
Nominal capacity (litres): 12,410 L
Weight: 300kg
Length: 2.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 1.99m
Weight: 600kg
Length: 5.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 215 watts + 86 watts
How is a Tricel Novo plant working?
No matter the model you might go for, our Tricel Novo uses a simple but efficient process to treat effluents. It is a three-stage treatment plant made of three different chambers.
Most of the solids are getting separated from the sewage inside the primary settlement chamber. It drops to the bottom of the tank while the rest of the water goes to the next purification zone.
During this second stage of wastewater treatment, natural bacteria (sustained by an air compressor) are solicited as a purification medium. They feed themselves with the waste and eradicate it from the soon-to-be treated liquid.
Once mainly purified, the liquid goes into the final settlement chamber. The resisting impurities will settle down to the bottom of the plant before returning to the first chamber thanks to a sludge return system.
high quality
Sewage treatment plants are extremely reliable and durable as they are made out of long-lasting materials
COST EFFECTIVE SEWAGE TREATMENT plants
Operating costs are reduced to a minimum
FAST DELIVERY
UK manufactured ensuring short lead time
What Are the Costs of a Sewage Treatment Plant?
Different variables are considered to define the cost of a sewage treatment plant. It will depend on the size and the feature (additional add-on). To get a personalised quote, please do not hesitate to contact us.
quality
WHY CHOOSE US
Because Tricel manufactures and chooses the best materials for the design of its products. Most Tricel products have warranties of up to 10 years guarantee. All our products within this product range is CE certified to EU safety, health and environmental requirements.
Please find below the list of our products and the warranty that is applied. Note that this warranty is only valid if the sewage system is properly installed by a qualified installer. Please also know that all warranties are subject to correct use of the product, including maintenance as per manufacturer guidelines.
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SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANTS
Plants available for all capacities, from 1PE up to 50PE. Free advice on request.
FAST DELIVERY
On-time delivery is a core requirement of our successful business operations
Recent projects with Multiple Types of Sewage Treatment Plant
Tricel manufacture deliver & install sewage treatment plants across a wide range of industry sectors throughout Ireland & the UK. Tricel also provide import/export services for our international clients. Top quality material offers outstanding capabilities including long life, durability and is a cost-effective solution for sewage treatment even in the harshest environments.
Tricel has installed many of its Tricel Novo Sewage Treatment Plants across the UK.
Check some of our projects by clicking on the button below.
Frequently Asked Questions
A cesspool is a simple storage vessel with an inlet and no outlet. It’s a sealed storage vessel; all the water coming in stays within the tank. The advantage is it doesn’t need an outlet. The disadvantages are: there is no treatment, the tanks are huge, and it needs regular emptying. Everything which has gone in must be sucked out. Ideal for sites which have got very infrequent use (Sheppard huts, for example).
A septic tank has an inlet and an outlet; it’s a simple overflow system. See how a septic tank works here. The advantages of the septic tank are there is no mechanic and no electricity requirement for it to work. The disadvantages are you are discharging dirty water, and untreated sewage effluent, as a tiny breakdown has occurred in the tank. You can only release water to a drainage field for the water to go through the subsoil to treat the water.
A sewage or package treatment plant has an inlet and an outlet; the wastewater is treated inside the tank. Aeration is provided inside the tank for the aerobic bacteria to feed on the waste and remove it from the liquid. The advantages are the wastewater is treated and can be discharged to a watercourse.
Many package treatment plants are available on the market:
- Trickles filters
- Rotating Biological Contactors (RBC)
- Mobile media bio-reactors
- Activated Sludge systems
- Sequence Batch Reactor systems (SBR)
- Fixed Bed Systems (like the Tricel Novo)
UK sewage treatment plants must comply with EN 12566-3 2005 regulations.
You should also hire a professional to install your sewage treatment system. For any sewage treatment plants you intend to install, you should also check your local guidelines to determine if planning permission is required.
A sewage treatment plant is where domestic wastewater and sewage are treated. The sewage treatment plants break down organic matter through the primary settlement and aeration chambers. Sewage treatment plants require little maintenance and have low running costs, and sewage effluent is discharged into drainage fields or watercourses.
For example, the required standards are 20:30:20 for BOD, SS, and NH4.
Tricel® has achieved an 11:16:9 result during independent testing.
In order for the biomass to reach its optimum purification, it may take up to 16 weeks.
You may be able to discharge directly into a watercourse or to a percolation area depending on your region. Find out which option is best for you by contacting your local council.
The sewage treatment plant’s size depends on the effluent volume from your house. It is determined by the number of people using the system, which is calculated based on the number of bedrooms in your home. If you need further information, contact our team.
Occasionally, your sewage treatment plant will need to be emptied due to the accumulated sludge inside – usually once a year. The frequency of emptying your treatment plant depends on its size and usage. See our dedicated page about desludging septic tanks and wastewater treatment plants.
1) to prevent surface water from entering the tank and overloading the system as this can inhibit growth of the bacteria and could reduce the effluent quality.
2) to prevent water getting into blower housing which can harm the control panel and the air blower.
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