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Clarus Environmental Fusion
Clarus Environmental’s Fusion systems are drop-in wastewater treatment units designed for decentralized applications where effluent quality must meet or exceed secondary treatment standards. They are designed for residential, commercial and small community applications and are available in 450- to 4,000-gpd treatment capacities. All models up to 800 gpd are NSF/ANSI Standard 40 certified to produce effluent quality of 9 mg/L CBOD5 and 9 mg/L TSS. The design enables installation without a pretreatment tank, making it suitable for sites with limited space. Effluent disposal options include conventional trenches, dosed systems, drip irrigation or disinfection with direct discharge. 800-928-7867; www.clarusenvironmental.com
Eljen Geotextile Sand Filter
The GSF, or Geotextile Sand Filter, advanced wastewater treatment and dispersal system from Eljen is designed to provide treatment and dispersal in the same footprint, easy installations and minimal maintenance. This product is used for both commercial and residential applications. Utilizing a two-stage pretreatment process, the geotextile modules apply filtered septic tank effluent to the soil and increase the long-term acceptance rate. Open-air channels within the module support aerobic bacterial growth on the module’s geotextile fabric, surpassing the surface area required for traditional absorption systems. The result is simple installations in a smaller soil absorption area. The system is tested and certified by NSF to NSF/ANSI Standard 40. 800-444-1359; www.eljen.com
NextGen Septic technology
Treated water exiting NextGen Septic technology meets higher water quality standards than treated water leaving a typical centralized wastewater treatment plant. The system is suitable for sites traditionally requiring costly drainfield construction due to size restrictions and/or hilly, rocky, clay or sandy soil conditions. It is approved for surface discharge in Kentucky, and it uses a combination of anoxic treatment of the raw wastewater followed by aerobic degradation of the contaminants. An ultra-filtration membrane further treats the water before being disinfected using ozone. Treated water has less than 15 mg/L of BOD5, less than 2 mg/L ammonia, less than 1 mg/L phosphorus and no TSS. Ozone decomposes to oxygen, which increases the dissolved oxygen level in the discharged water. This treated water can be used for irrigation or to resurrect a clogged leachfield. 513-673-3583; www.nextgenseptic.com
Commercial Treatment Systems
Anua PuraACE
The PuraACE from Anua is a drop-in-tank reactor pod for treating high-strength waste from restaurants, convenience stores or other facilities. The pods can be added to residential or commercial treatment systems that are overloaded. Treatment occurs by a submerged aerated filter process to reduce BOD, COD and ammonia. Built-in passive alkalinity control regulates pH without chemical addition. The pod housing isolates aeration to keep the heavy solids from mixing. The open channel media prevents clogging while the airlift recirculation enhances retention time. Multiple pods can be utilized for larger flows and loads. 336-547-9338; www.anuainternational.com
Eliminite Commercial C-Series
The Commercial C-Series system from Eliminite is designed to provide reliable treatment with emphasis on total nitrogen reduction for high-strength waste applications such as work camps, RV parks, restaurants, ski and golf resorts, breweries, mines and agricultural operations. It is designed to work with locally sourced tanks and components when possible. MetaRocks treatment media is designed to withstand a variety of high-strength waste-loading scenarios, particularly where clogging and odor control are major considerations. The system is scalable and may be adapted to suit specific phasing requirements, site constraints and unique demands. 888-406-2289; www.eliminite.com
Jet Inc. Commercial Systems
Commercial Wastewater Treatment Extended Air plants and newer MBBR Plants from Jet Inc. are modular in design, can treat varying strengths and flows from 1,500 to 300,000 gpd, and allow for phase build-out. This makes it possible for convenience stores, motels, shopping centers and service stations to be constructed along interstate highways far from any town. Decentralized systems and subdivisions can be developed miles beyond sewer lines. Factories can be erected in rural areas. These systems can also be used for pretreatment before discharging into central systems to reduce overall system load. The plants, utilizing a variety of controls, treat wastewater through the aerobic digestion process that enables microscopic living organisms to transform wastewater into a clear, odorless liquid. Assistance with design, engineering and construction, as well as onsite 24/7 tech support, plant startup commissioning and operator training are available. 800-321-6960; www.jetincorp.com
Orenco Systems AdvanTex AX-Max
AdvanTex AX-Max wastewater treatment systems from Orenco Systems are containerized, fully plumbed units sized for larger commercial and municipal applications. Units come in a variety of configurations, measuring up to 42 feet long by 8.5 feet wide. They can be installed as a single unit or in multi-unit arrays, either above ground or buried to grade. Systems use an attached-growth treatment method to produce clear, odorless effluent with significant nutrient reduction, suitable for subsurface irrigation or surface discharge after disinfection. One unit can process up to 5,000 gpd of raw sewage or 15,000 gpd of primary-treated effluent. Units reduce nitrogen up to 90%, depending on configuration, and can be operated with a part-time operator. They are easy to ship and set and can be installed in a variety of soils and climates. 800-348-9843; www.orenco.com
SeptiTech STAAR filter systems
SeptiTech STAAR (Smart Trickling Anaerobic/Aerobic Recirculating) filter systems are designed for residential and commercial properties with minimal operator oversight, while delivering consistent treatment during peak, low or intermittent flows. Using an unsaturated, engineered textile media to treat wastewater that meets strict permit limits, the commercial filter system provides a simple, automatic equalization and clarification process for 500 to more than 150,000 gpd flows, according to the maker. The biological trickling filter technology also maintains low levels of Nitrate-N, with all below-grade components that fit in watertight concrete, plastic or fiberglass tanks. Smart technology allows the system to go into sleep mode to achieve lower operating costs and power requirements. Systems are ETV-EPA verified and NSF/ANSI Standard 40/245 certified. 800-753-3278; www.septitech.com
Control Panels
SJE Rhombus Installer Friendly Series (IFS)
Installer Friendly Series (IFS) single phase panels from SJE Rhombus have been redesigned to feature an easy-to-use color LCD on the inner door for programming and system monitoring. Use the menu navigation to select Pump Hand/Off/Auto mode, convert between demand or timed dose operation, adjust pump activation levels, and switch between traditional floats or the C-Level sensor for continuous level monitoring, all while in the field. Users can also check the Tank Level Indication and setpoint monitoring at-a-glance. The simplex panel controls one 120/208/240V single phase and the duplex controls two 120/208/240V single phase pumps. Both models are housed in lockable 12-by-10-by-6-inch NEMA 4X enclosures, made with ultraviolet-stabilized thermoplastic. This product is UL/cUL listed. 888-342-5753; www.sjerhombus.com
SPI 50B019-120-240DD
The 50B019-120-240DD control panel from SPI is a duplex time-dosing panel for use in residential or commercial applications. It can be used with 120- or 240-volt power, and it accommodates two dosing pumps controlled by a repeat-cycle timer. It has a durable, weather-resistant, NEMA 4X polycarbonate enclosure with SST latches; large, easy-to-access terminal block; circuit breakers for the pumps and control circuits; a rugged, externally mounted, UV-resistant alarm light; audible alarm and run-mute-test switch with UV-resistant sealing boot; definite purpose motor contactors; alternating relay; and pump hand-off-auto switches. Compressor hookups are available. Wiring schematic and detailed connection diagrams are provided, as well as mounting feet for the enclosure. It is UL listed. 419-282-5933; www.septicproducts.com
Nitrogen-Reduction System
BioMicrobics HighStrengthFAST
HighStrengthFAST wastewater treatment systems from BioMicrobics are scalable wastewater solutions for commercial properties of all sizes. They are engineered to treat wastewater containing high BOD concentrations and often having higher FOG levels than standard sanitary-strength sewage. Models are available to treat 900 to 9,000 gpd and are designed for extreme environments such as specialty food/beverage/agriculture applications. 800-753-3278; www.biomicrobics.com
Pumps
Crane Pumps & Systems Barnes Razor
The Barnes Razor grinder pump from Crane Pumps & Systems is a suitable 2 hp pump for light commercial and residential solids-handling applications. It is designed with axial cutting technology to efficiently reduce solids like flushable wipes, diapers and other nonbiodegradable items. Maintenance is easy and convenient with only a single tool needed for disassembly. The plug-and-play cord also provides easy servicing without requiring removal of epoxy in the conduit. Unlike non-clog pumps with large discharge sizes, its 1.25-inch discharge is suitable for preconfigured packaged systems and turnkey solutions. It is available in the Barnes EcoTRAN Pressure Sewer System, allowing superior waste grinding in tough terrain. It provides a practical and environmentally safe alternative to traditional gravity systems, according to the maker. Numerous configuration options are available. 937-778-8947; www.cranepumps.com
Franklin Electric FPS NCX Series
The NCX Series of explosion-proof submersible non-clog pumps from FPS, a brand of Franklin Electric, are certified for use in Class 1, Division 1 and Group C and D hazardous location requirements for municipal markets as well as any commercial or industrial application that requires an explosion-proof rating. The pumps are available in single- and three-phase power options to accommodate flows up to 625 gpm. Each unit is designed for serviceability and reliability with features including a field-adjustable wear plate, factory-standard dual-silicon carbide mechanical seals and chemical-resistant components. 866-271-2859; www.franklinengineered.com
Hiblow USA HP-80
Hiblow USA is bringing back the safety screw to all HP Series air pumps, including the HP-80. In 2016, the safety switch mechanism — which cuts power to the pump when the diaphragms eventually rupture — was changed from a screw type to a slide switch type. The goal was to make rebuilds more efficient for service providers in the field. Over the past couple of years, the company received negative feedback from some and, after careful consideration and weighing the benefits of each option, Hiblow decided to revert to the screw type safety switch for all HP Series pumps. 734-944-5032; www.hiblow-usa.com
Liberty Pumps ProVore
The ProVore grinder from Liberty Pumps is designed for use in applications where the addition of a bathroom or other fixtures below sewer lines requires pumping. It has the same V-Slice cutter technology used in the Omnivore Series. Powered by a 1 hp motor, this smaller grinder is designed to operate on a standard 115- or 230-volt circuit, requiring only a 20-amp breaker. No special wiring is needed. The pump comes with a 2-inch vertical-style discharge and a standard leg pattern matching the LE Series. This allows for an easy retrofit into existing systems, according to the maker. Compact factory-assembled systems are available in simplex and duplex versions: the ProVore 380 and ProVore 680. 800-543-2550; www.libertypumps.com
Polylok PL-CPE4A
The Polylok PL-CPE4A is a submersible, 4/10 hp, 115-volt, single-phase effluent pump with a 2-inch NPT vertical discharge. It has a maximum head of 38 feet and a maximum flow of 56 gpm. The pump is designed with a 3,450-rpm oil-filled permanent split-capacitor motor and has an amp rating of 6.6 for 115 volts, a rugged cast iron housing and volute equipped with a cast iron vortex impeller capable of passing 3/4-inch-diameter solids. The stainless steel shaft is supported by two single-row, oil-lubricated ball bearings. The shaft seal is an inboard design with a secondary Exclusion V seal. It has a 20-foot UL/CSA-listed power cable suitable for submersible service and fitted with a three-prong plug. The unit is supplied with an integrated clip for the included piggyback mechanical float switch and used for automatic operation. 888-765-9565; www.polylok.com
Vertiflo Pump Company Series 1600
Vertiflo Pump Company’s Series 1600 horizontal close-coupled, vortex end-suction pumps have a wide range of applications including food processing solids, wastewater treatment, pollution control, slurries and solids. They have capacities to 1,600 gpm, heads to 170 feet TDH, and operate at temperatures up to 250 degrees F. These pumps are designed with a variety of constructions such as cast iron, 316 stainless steel fitted, all 316 stainless steel, alloy 20 or CD4MCu. They are designed with a convenient back pull-out cost-saving feature to allow for easy inspection or maintenance without disturbing the piping to the pump. The impeller has a fully recessed design, which accommodates passage of solids. All impellers have wiping vanes, which reduce axial loading and prevent dirt from entering the sealing area. The impeller is keyed to the shaft and an impeller locking screw assures positive attachment. 513-530-0888; www.vertiflopump.com
Wastewater Reuse System
Norweco Singulair Green R3
The Singulair Green R3 water reuse system from Norweco reduces water consumption, reuses treated effluent and recycles water to conserve and recharge water resources. It provides a solution to chronic water shortages and reduces energy costs associated with water and wastewater treatment. The system quietly, efficiently and automatically treats all incoming wastewater to the highest level for restricted indoor and unrestricted outdoor use, according to the maker. The system exceeds the effluent requirements of NSF/ANSI Standards 40, 245 and 350. It qualifies for green building credits under both the LEED rating system and the NAHB ICC 700 National Green Building Standard. 800-667-9326; www.norweco.com
