Drainfield Components
Polylok 24-inch Rhino Distribution Box
The Polylok 24-inch Rhino Distribution Box has 10 potential openings to suit any drainfield application. Polylok’s 24-inch stackable riser system can be used to easily bring the Rhino Box to grade. It will accept 2-, 3- and 4-inch pipes with the use of the Polylok seal and nut system. It will also accept 6-inch pipes with the use of a Polylok 6-inch grommet. It is also available as a catch basin with a Polylok heavy-duty grate. 877-765-9565; www.polylok.com
TUF-TITE Distribution Box with Speed Leveler
The noncorrosive TUF-TITE Distribution Box with Speed Leveler in each outlet provides a simple, stable, reliable and permanent means for dividing septic tank effluent flow, according to the maker. Distribution boxes come in four sizes: four-, six-, seven- and nine-hole. Risers are available on the four-, seven- and nine-hole boxes. All boxes come with a one-piece watertight seal that accepts 1.5-, 2-, 3- and 4-inch SDR 35 or Schedule 40 pipe, including corrugated, for easy installation. 800-382-7009; www.tuf-tite.com
Filter Media
Sim/Tech Filter pleated filter units
Pleated filter units from Sim/Tech Filter provide gravity effluent filtration in septic tanks and turbine pump filtration in pump tanks. The filtration size is 3/32-inch in two dimensions. Flow channels in the pleated material increase longevity. All filter types start at over 2,000 square inches of filtration area. The 45% open area (over 900 square inches) is equivalent to 800 linear feet of 3/32-inch slots. Various configurations and larger units are available. 888-999-3290; www.simtechfilter.com
Vent Pipe Filters
Pagoda Vent
Decorative Pagoda Vents come in 16-, 24- and 36-inch sizes. The original vents are bark (brown) or moss (green) color to blend into the landscape. The newest copper offering will add patina over time or can be maintained as a pristine copper landscape feature. They provide measurable benefits including oxygen for septic field microbes so they can thrive, gas release to mitigate microbial-induced corrosion, preservation of concrete tanks and structures for the long term, pressure relief for pumps and visually pleasing results for customers. 888-864-1468; www.pagodavent.com
The Dirty Bird septic vent
The Dirty Bird provides an alternative to the standard septic vent required by many municipalities for new residential and commercial construction. It is an easy-to-install septic vent shaped like a birdbath. Meeting U.S. EPA septic-venting regulations, it controls odors through a replaceable charcoal filter and vents gases through holes at the bottom of the pedestal so nothing enters the septic system. Fade-resistant (UV stabilized), lightweight and recyclable, it is available in granite, sandstone and terra-cotta colors. It is constructed of 100% low-density polyethylene and stainless hardware. It is 32 inches high with a basin width of 23 inches and footprint of 12 1/4 inches. 866-968-9668; www.thedirtybird.com
