Key features
The Microbe is designed to BSEN12566:3 to comply with latest environmental and Building Regulations requirements*
Minimum effluent quality of 20:30:20 (BOD:SS:NH4) ensures discharges are within national consent standards
Compact design for ease of handling, access and installation enables suitability for all site conditions including bedrock or high water table
Low energy compressor ensures minimal running, maintenance and servicing costs
Internal recirculation (from final to primary chamber) continues treatment process to provide higher effluent quality whilst balancing flow over 24 hour period or periods of intermittent use
Unique ‘keying-in’ lip to assist anchoring into granular or concrete surround
Optional extras include patented Polylok filter to further reduce suspended solids and extend life of drainage field; extensions for deep installations; pumped outlets for sites with adverse levels; and many more
Downloads
Specifications (.pdf)
Sizing and regulation
PSTP’s should be sized using the latest version of British Water Flows & Loads which provides detailed information on sewage production figures and sizing calculations – please ask us for help sizing sewage treatment plants
Regulatory authorities for the control of pollution in the UK normally require treatment plants conforming to BSEN12566:3 to be demonstrated as capable of producing a minimum effluent discharge quality of 20:30:20 (Biochemical Oxygen Demand:Suspended Solids:Ammoniacal Nitrogen in mg/ltr), although in certain areas more stringent site-specific qualities may be required
No surface water should enter the system as this can reduce the system’s capacity and cause solids to be flushed out which may prematurely block drainage field or cause pollution
As with septic tanks sludge should be removed annually or in line with manufacturers instructions



