land treatment and disposal of wastewater
Reasons to use Drip-Tech
1. RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISIONS
In Texas today, many small communities see the need for a central system to collect,
treat and dispose of wastewater. Not all subdivisions, however, have the tax base to
support
the
purchase
and
upkeep
of
mechanical
plants.
Fortunately,
those
neighborhoods usually have sufficient farmland, parks or empty lots nearby that land
treatment of effluent becomes a cost-effective option.
"Drip-Tech" is the leading wastewater disposal system that disperses effluent under
pressure through drip irrigation lines running several inches below the surface of the
designated acreage. Primary pretreatment is the only prerequisite for reliable
functioning of the system. Because of the subsurface dispersal feature, the cost of
pretreatment is usually less than would be the case with either point discharge or
surface spray irrigation. In addition, subsurface discharge insures that no runoff or
windblown aerosols can occur. This characteristic makes "Drip-Tech" ideal for effluent
reuse by neighboring farmers and ranchers, or as a supplementary irrigating system for
public parks or open areas.
The greatest advantage to "Drip-Tech," however, is the low cost and ease of operation
on a day-to-day basis. All operations are fully automated, and the local operator can
quickly be trained to perform the minimal and infrequent equipment monitoring. In
addition, Drip-Tech offers an affordable, long-term service contract.
FINALLY, THE WASTEWATER INDUSTRY HAS PRODUCED A LESS EXPENSIVE,
PRACTICAL TECHNOLOGY WHICH IS ENVIRONMENTALLY ACCEPTABLE. STATEOF-THE-ART
COMPONENTS
MEAN
TROUBLE-FREE
OPERATION,
ALLOWING
NEIGHBORHOODS TO ECONOMICALLY SOLVE THEIR WASTEWATER PROBLEM.
"DRIP-TECH" IS A CONFIGURATION OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY COMPONENTS
PIONEERED AND MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES AND ISRAEL.
2. SCHOOL APPLICATIONS
"Drip-Tech System" Description
"Drip-Tech" is the leading wastewater disposal/reuse system in Texas treating and
dispersing effluent on any part of school property through drip irrigation lines running
inches below the ground. Our pump station for schools consists of a pre-programmed
controller that regulates wastewater filtering, backflushing and field dosing. Following
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septic tank pre-treatment, precise dosing cycles occur automatically several times daily
in irrigated zones throughout the schoolyard. "Drip-Tech" is a configuration of the
highest quality components from drip irrigation technology pioneered and manufactured
in the U.S. and Israel.
Special Consideration for Schools
In schools where on-site wastewater solutions are required, "Drip-Tech" offers distinct
advantages over alternative methods. Using conventional septic tank technology,
gravity flow to drainfields often results in uneven distribution and wet spots, especially
during wet weather. School Boards and Administrators are becoming increasingly aware
of the potential liability in the event a student becomes ill after having come in contact
with ponded wastewater.
In addition, "Drip-Tech" can function as a supplementary irrigation system. When
properly designed, the surface of the drainfield is never wetted with effluent, making
this system the perfect choice for a school’s athletic fields or playgrounds. With
subsurface drip technology, wastewater is dispersed underground in the root zones of
grass and trees; as a result, there is no odor, and use of the surface is not restricted in
any way.
Most importantly, "Drip-Tech" is proven to be the most cost-effective method for onsite wastewater disposal. This is especially true when "Drip-Tech" replaces the high
cost of installation and maintenance of package treatment plants.
FINALLY, THE WASTEWATER INDUSTRY HAS PRODUCED A LESS EXPENSIVE,
PRACTICAL TECHNOLOGY WHICH DOUBLES AS A WASTEWATER REUSE SYSTEM.
STATE OF THE ART COMPONENTS INSURE A RELIABLE OPERATION THAT
PERMANENTLY SOLVES YOUR SCHOOL’S WASTEWATER DISPOSAL NEEDS.
3. FEATURES and BENEFITS
FEATURES
BENEFITS
Subsurface drip disposal using
Installed with vibratory plow or laid out above grade
pressure compensating emitter
and covered with good quality soil
tubing (Bioline)
Minimum site disturbance
No gravel necessary
Topography not a limiting factor; ability to save trees
in drainfield
May
be
used
where
poor
soils,
rock,
high
groundwater or lack of space would limit other on-
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site systems
Wastewater
distributed
evenly
over
large
area,
minimizing risk of effluent ponding
Self-flushing disc filtration
Wastewater treatment by reduction of total suspended
solids
Filtering elements are permanent
Reduces risk of dripper clogging
Flexible system designed to
Ability to function well in tight clay and other difficult
suit difficult site conditions
soil types
No severe impact on groundwater quality
Higher development densities possible than with
other wastewater technologies
Unusable portions of sites become useful as irrigated
drainfield zones
Can be preceeded by many
Choices
of
pretreatment
include:
septic
tanks,
types of pretreatment
aerobic, oxidation ponds, constructed wetlands or
conventional package plants
Ability to select treatment elements based on cost
and/or requirements of regulatory agencies
Unobtrusive site
No visible indicators that area is being used for
characteristics
wastewater disposal
Drainfield areas can be parks, athletic fields, highway
rights-of-way
landscaped
and
areas
medians,
around
greenbelts
office
buildings
and
or
residential subdivisions
Enables land planners to lay out the subdivision with
possible wastewater reuse in mind
Drip-Tech Installation Photos
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Typical side trench for supply line, supply header, line loops, and electric solenoid
valve to central zone dosing
Another type of side trench showing supply line, supply header, topping saddles, and
black PVC flex hose for each dripperline
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