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WTE VORTEX Sewage Treatmnent Plant 8PE

£2,468.00

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£2,468.00

(exc VAT)

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Free standard delivery is available to most UK mainland addresses. Additional delivery charges apply to orders being delivered to the following postcode areas: AB, DD, DG, EH, FK, G, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, TD, BT, GY, HS, IM, JE, PO, ZE, E, EC, N, NW, SE, SW, W and WC.

 

The VORTEX Sewage Treatment Plant is an advanced activated sludge wastewater treatment system designed for domestic and commercial properties not connected to mains drainage. Featuring the innovative Vibro-Screen™ and exclusive Floating Sludge Return (FSR) technology, the VORTEX delivers exceptional treatment performance while reducing maintenance requirements and servicing costs. Engineered for reliability and energy efficiency, the system continuously recycles beneficial bacteria to optimise the treatment process, eliminating the need for chemical additives or supplementary bacteria. Its adjustable airflow control allows the plant to perform effectively even during periods of low occupancy, making it ideal for permanent residences, holiday homes, and rural properties.

 

With no pumps, no internal motors, and no moving parts inside the tank, the VORTEX offers low running costs, outstanding durability, and dependable long-term performance. Powered by a single low-energy external air compressor, it provides an efficient, low-maintenance solution for off-mains wastewater treatment. The VORTEX Sewage Treatment Plant combines advanced activated sludge technology, low operating costs, outstanding effluent quality, and innovative self-cleaning features to provide one of the most efficient and reliable off-mains wastewater treatment solutions available in the UK.

 

Key Features & Benefits of the VORTEX Sewage Treatment Plant

  • Achieves up to 98.9% pollutant reduction, producing exceptionally clean treated effluent.
  • Adjustable aeration system allows performance to be tailored to property occupancy levels.
  • Available in 4, 6, and 8-person (PE) models.
  • Ultra-low energy consumption, operating from as little as 30W.
  • Lower maintenance costs compared to many non-electric sewage treatment systems.
  • Odour-free operation thanks to continuous aerobic digestion throughout the treatment process.
  • Robust one-piece tank construction eliminates the risk of leaking seals and joint failures.
  • Compact design enables easy installation where space is limited.
  • Exclusive Vibro-Screen™ prevents wipes, sanitary products, and other debris from entering the biodigester while allowing organic solids to pass through for treatment.
  • Self-recycling treatment process reduces sludge accumulation and desludging requirements.
  • No primary settlement tank, helping to eliminate common septic tank odours.
  • Simple, cost-effective maintenance with no structural weaknesses associated with sectional tanks.
  • Supplied with a premium-quality linear diaphragm air compressor that operates quietly, efficiently, and can be repaired if required.
  • Fast and economical installation.
  • Durable corrosion-resistant construction backed by a 20-year tank warranty.
  • Suitable for applications where raw sewage is pumped directly into the treatment plant.
  • Available with inlet invert depths from 550mm to 1,500mm to suit a wide range of site conditions.
  • Independently tested to EN 12566-3 standards.
  • Exceptional ammonia reduction performance, achieving levels as low as 0.3mg/L, making it ideal for environmentally sensitive watercourses.


Model PE Diameter (mm) Height (mm) Base to Inlet (mm) Base to Outlet (mm) Inlet Invert* (mm) Outlet Invert** (mm) Power (W)
VORTEX 4 4 1,215 2,000 (Standard) 1,450 1,400 550 (Standard) 600 (Standard) 30
VORTEX 6 6 1,500 2,950 (Maximum)* 1,450 1,400 1,500 (Maximum)* 1,550 (Maximum)* 30
VORTEX 8 8 1,500 2,950 (Maximum)* 1,450 1,400 1,500 (Maximum)* 1,550 (Maximum)* 38



Model Flow (L/day) BOD₅ (g/day) NH₄-N (g/day)
VORTEX 4 600 240 32
VORTEX 6 900 360 48
VORTEX 8 1,200 480 64

 

 

Pollutant Design Effluent Quality (95%ile Basis) Average Effluent Quality During EN 12566-3 Testing (100% Loading) Average Effluent Quality During EN 12566-3 Testing (10% Loading)
COD N/A 55 mg/L N/A
BOD₅ 20 mg/L 9 mg/L 4 mg/L
Suspended Solids 30 mg/L 17 mg/L 14.4 mg/L
Ammonia (NH₄-N) 20 mg/L 1.8 mg/L 0.3 mg/L

 

 

Model: VORTEX 8
Population Served: 8
Max. Hydraulic Load (litres /day): 1200
Organic Load (g BOD5/day): 480
Ammonium-Nitrogen NH4-N(g) 64
Diameter (mm): 1500
Height to Ground Level (mm): 2000
Base to Inlet (mm): 1450
Base to Outlet (mm): 1400
Empty Plant Weight (kg): 143
Hourly Power (w): 38
Desludging Interval (months): 6 -36
Compliant with EN-12566 part 3: Yes
Standard Inlet Depth (mm): 550
Standard Outlet Depth (mm): 600
Tank Warranty (Years): 20

 

 

VORTEX Brochure
VORTEX Installation Guide
VORTEX Gravity Drawing
VORTEX Pumped Drawing

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