A Containerized Sewage Treatment Plant was installed to provide reliable wastewater treatment and water reuse with minimal operator involvement. Raw sewage is pumped from a supplied collection sump, which is approximately 3.0 metres deep, to the treatment system. Thereafter, biological treatment is carried out within a modified 6 m shipping container.
The system has been designed to operate automatically and, consequently, only minimal operator intervention is required. Furthermore, compact construction allows the plant to be installed in locations where space is limited.
Containerized Sewage Treatment Plant for Biological Treatment
Biological treatment of the wastewater is performed inside a single modified shipping container. Organic material is removed, while dissolved nitrogen compounds are simultaneously reduced through carefully controlled treatment processes. As a result, a high-quality treated effluent is consistently produced.
Because the treatment process is fully automated, process control is continuously maintained. In addition, routine operating requirements are kept to a minimum, thereby reducing maintenance and operational costs.
Water Reuse Applications
Once treatment has been completed, the treated water can be reused for a variety of non-potable applications. Consequently, fresh water consumption can be reduced and sustainable water management practices can be supported.
Typical applications include:
- Irrigation of landscaped areas and gardens.
- Toilet flushing within buildings and facilities.
- Dust suppression on roads and work areas.
- Fire control water storage and emergency applications.
- Safe discharge to the environment.
Therefore, valuable water resources can be conserved while environmental impacts are minimised.
Compliance with DWS General Limit Standards
The quality of the treated effluent is maintained in accordance with the DWS General Limit requirements prescribed by the South African Department of Water and Sanitation. Accordingly, the treated water is suitable for approved reuse applications and environmentally responsible discharge.
Furthermore, automated monitoring and process control ensure that stable operation is achieved under varying load conditions. As a result, dependable treatment performance is consistently delivered.
Reliable and Low-Maintenance Operation
The complete treatment system has been engineered to provide dependable operation with a small footprint. Because all major equipment is integrated within a modified 6 m shipping container, installation is simplified and maintenance requirements are reduced.
Consequently, the plant provides an efficient and sustainable solution for camps, commercial facilities, remote sites, and industrial applications where reliable wastewater treatment and water reuse are required.
Pump sump neatly installed
Containerised sewage treatment plant
Control room in the front section of the container