SEWAGE TREATMENT
Biocycle unit equivalent : The Tricel Novo
OVERVIEW
What is the Tricel biocycle alternative and how does it works?
When talking about Biocycle unit we refer to wastewater treatment plants. The Tricel biocycle version is called Tricel Novo. Tested in compliance with EN12566-3 CE Certification, Tricel Novo plants provide a simple and affordable solution with high-quality wastewater treatment. It also ensures compliance with these environmental protection regulations.Table of Contents
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How does the biocycle unit by Tricel works?
Tricel Novo has a 3 steps process
Stage 1: the primary settlement chamber
On the first stage of wastewater treatment, the grease and the mud will be separated from the water. The grease will stay on the surface and the mud will go to the bottom of the tank.
Stage 2: the aeration chamber
In this compartment, the wastewater treatment involves aerobic breakdown. Masses of naturally occurring bacteria inhabit specially designed filter media.
The aerobic bacterias are going to digest the pollution from the wastewater. These bacteria are sustained with air, which is continuously supplied from a purpose-built pump in the unit’s top section.
Stage 3: final settlement chamber
In the third stage of wastewater treatment, the suspended sludge containing bacteria is carried with the liquid into the settlement chamber and settles to the bottom of the chamber.
From there, a continuous sludge return system pumps it back to the primary settlement chamber. The remaining treated liquid now meets the required standard to be safely passed out of the Tricel system.
Features and Benefits of the Tricel wastewater treatment plant
- Compression moulded SMC tank. SMC is exceptional in the wastewater treatment industry, with Tricel SMC tanks operating in some of the harshest climatic conditions for over 50 years with no defects.
- Components are manufactured under heat and high pressure and have unparalleled strength and toughness over standard GRP tanks or PE tanks.
- Tricel’s ceramic diffuser is a first in the domestic wastewater treatment industry and will last twice as long as all standard competitors’ rubber equivalents. This saves money in both call-out fees and replacement parts.
- No concrete backfill for installation on most sites, saving up to €400 over lower quality GRP/plastic competitors.
- No moving parts or pumps in the plant, ensuring consistent operation and minimal maintenance and repair costs.
- Tricel Novo plants are designed with a shallow invert to reduce both installation and time costs.
The size of your Tricel Novo unit
This part is one of the most important as the right sizing goes hand in hand with the efficiency of the treatment. If the domestic wastewater treatment system is not sized correctly, the effluent can pollute the local environment. Such issues result in damaged wells or water sources and cause problems for public health.
How to determine the size of your system?
The common metric used to calculate the size of a residential wastewater treatment solution is the Population Equivalent or PE. According to the definition of the OECD:
Population equivalent (in waste-water monitoring and treatment) refers to the amount of oxygen—demanding substances whose oxygen consumption during biodegradation equals the average oxygen demand of the waste water produced by one person. For practical calculations, it is assumed that one unit equals 54 grams of BOD per 24 hours
In order to know the PE range you need for your residential wastewater treatment system, you will need to count the number of bedrooms in the house. The table below gives you an idea of it:
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Number of bedrooms
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Population equivalent
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2
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4
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3
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5
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4
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6
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5
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7
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6
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8
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7
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9
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8
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10
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Tricel Novo Range
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Design Population
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IE6
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IE6+
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IE8
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IE10
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IE12
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IE18
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IE24
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IE30
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IE36
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IE42
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IE50
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Number of people
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1-6
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2-6
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2-8
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3-10
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4-12
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6-18
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8-24
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10-30
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12-36
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14-42
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16-50
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Dimensions of the Tricel Novo
Tricel Novo IE6
No of people: 1-6
Length: 2.10m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.24m
Air blower rating: 60 watts
Tricel Novo IE12
No of people: 4-12
Length: 3.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 100 watts
Tricel Novo IE36
No of people: 12-36
Length: 3.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 1.99m
Length: 5.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 200 watts + 800 watts
Tricel Novo IE6+
No of people: 2-6
Length: 2.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.24m
Air blower rating: 60 watts
Tricel Novo IE18
No of people: 6-18
Length: 4.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 200 watts
Tricel Novo IE42
No of people: 14-42
Length: 5.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Length: 5.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 200 watts x 2
Tricel Novo IE8
No of people: 2-8
Length: 2.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.24m
Air blower rating: 80 watts
Tricel Novo IE24
No of people: 8-24
Length: 6.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 200 watts
Tricel Novo IE50
No of people: 16-50
Length: 6.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Length: 6.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 200 +120 + 80 watts
Tricel Novo IE10
No of people: 3-10
Length: 3.10m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.24m
Air blower rating: 80 watts
Tricel Novo IE30
No of people: 10-30
Length: 2.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 1.99m
Length: 5.60m
Width: 1.64m
Height: 2.27m
Air blower rating: 200 watts + 800 watts
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1-6 domestic pumped unit. Suitable for pumping to a raised discharge area (over).
Tricel Novo: Key features & benefits
The compression moulding process is one of the most technologically advanced features available on the market. Components are manufactured under heat and high pressure. They have a competitive strength and durability over standard GRP tanks or PE tanks.
SMC is a unique material in the sewage treatment industry with Tricel SMC tanks operating in some of the harshest climatic conditions for over 50 years with no defects.
Tricel’s ceramic diffuser will last twice as long as all standard competitors rubber equivalents. It is a cost-saver in both call out fees and replacement parts.
No concrete backfill for installation on most sites which allows you to save up to €400 over lower quality GRP/plastic competitors.
There are no moving parts or pumps in the plant which is ensuring reliable operation during the treatment process and minimal running costs.
Tricel Novo plants are designed with a shallow invert to limit both installation and time costs.
Our range of products
Tricel Vento Septic Tank
Shallow dig tank, strong & robust underground tank, No electrical or moving parts. Ideal for sites with good drainage & plenty of space.
Tricel Novo Sewage Treatment Plant
Durable & long lasting SMC tank, shallow dig tank, easy installation (Plug and Play), long life components.
Tricel Maxus Sewage Treatment Plant
Commercial plant. Submerged Aerated Filter (SAF) technology. Ideal for every project over 50 Population Equivalent.
Tricel Tero Tertiary Treatment
An eco-friendly and modular system with proven E.Coli Treatment capabilities in line with the new EPA requirements.
Tricel Puraflo Secondary treatment plant
Ideal for sensitive sites, compliant to Irish Standard, small footprint.
Tricel Sandcel
Sand Polishing Filter
Provides a dual function of polishing the effluent from a wastewater treatment system and disposing it into groundwater.
Tricel Pumping Stations
Pump fluids from one place to another where gravity drainage cannot be used, easy and trouble-free installation
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Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS PE ?
PE represents the initials of Population Equivalent. Population equivalent: conversion value which aims at expressing non-domestic applications in terms of domestic loading based on 1 person creates 60 g/day BOD5 and 150l/day. (Code of Practice: Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems Serving Single Houses (p.e. < 10), EPA)
DIFFERENT PRODUCTS SOLD BY TRICEL
Tricel Novo & Vitae
Both are wastewater treament plant solutions manufactured by Tricel. Wastewater treatment plants offer a superior quality of treatment. For example, the Tricel Novo comprises of three independent wastewater treatment zones and offers an average of efficiency of 95.9% BOD removal.
This is a higher treatment standard than the effluent from a septic tank. Please note: all wastewater treatment plants used in Ireland must comply with the EN12566-3 standard and all septic tanks must comply with the EN12566-1 standard..
Tricel Vento
The septic tank from Tricel is manufactured as a primary treatment. Designed for the settlement of your effluent. This product may need an additional treatment like the Sandcel or Puraflo.
WARRANTIES
Most Tricel products have a warranty. To discover all the guarantees on our products, as well as on the internal parts, consult our dedicated product pages.
WHAT IS THE QUALITY OF THE WASTEWATER PRODUCED?
The required standards are 20:30:20 BOD, SS, NH4. All Tricel produces exceed the requirements when tested to En12566-3 and comply with SR66.
Learn more about our certification
MAINTENANCE ON THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS
Tricel recommends that you maintain your device to the fullest. You are obliged by law to avoid all types of pollution or nuisances. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information on our service contracts. An annual maintenance contract may be offered.
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