Septic Tank & Sewage Solutions

We work on both domestic and commercial properties to ensure that if you are faced with a drainage, septic tank or sewage related problem, we can help sort it out. As a professionally run business we pride ourselves on the comprehensive services we provide and our high levels of customer satisfaction. Our staff have all been trained to the highest standards and are able to offer quick solutions to whatever problem you have.

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Work undertaken for Local Authorities, Landlords and Private Customers

official installers in South Wales

Why use the Mantair septic tank conversion?


Septic Tank Conversion Unit

The Mantair septic tank conversion unit is a sewage treatment system specifically designed to fit within an existing septic tank or cesspool, effectively converting the existing tank into a small sewage treatment plant producing a clear, odourless and harmless effluent.  The Mantair unit provides a discreet, reliable and affordable solution to sewage treatment for domestic dwellings and small scale commercial premises without mains.

The Mantair septic tank conversion unit is ideal for situations where the existing septic tank is discharging untreated effluent to a watercourse or where a soakaway has failed. The Mantair unit is also ideal for converting Cesspool holding tanks, removing the need for frequent emptying.

The Process

Once installed, the Mantair septic tank conversion unit separates the existing tank into two compartments / zones.  The majority of the existing tank is transformed into an Aeration/Mixing Zone.   Air is supplied to this zone via an aerator contained within a draught tube.   Within this zone the aeration and mixing encourages the growth of aerobic micro-organisms which degrade the sewage and break down large and heavy solids.

The contents of aeration / mixing zone where the micro-organisms are maintained in suspension are referred to as ‘mixed liquor’.  As further flow enters the tank, part of the mixed liquor is displaced into the second compartment, referred to as ‘the final settlement zone’.  Here the micro-organisms separate and form a thin sludge.  This is continuously returned to the aeration/mixing zone, thus maintaining the levels of micro-organisms in the mixed liquor.

The liquid which remains in the upper part of final settlement zone is the treated effluent which is discharged from the Mantair unit via the Final Effluent Airlift.

The final effluent airlift controls the rate of discharge from the system and prevents any shock hydraulic loads from upsetting the treatment process. The use of an airlift enables the Mantair unit to discharge the effluent at a higher level than the tank inlet.


Specification

Mantair septic tank conversion units are designed to treat domestic sewage and to achieve a final effluent standard that complies with the Environment Agency’s requirements for discharge to a natural watercourse.


Model selection

The Mantair unit is available in population equivalents of (PE) 5 – 25.  When sizing a sewage treatment system the British Water Flows & Loads Code of Practice should be used.


European Standard EN12566-3

EN12566-3 is the European Standard for “packaged sewage treatment plants” up to 50 population equivalent.  An integral part of the test procedure is structural testing of the packaged plant tankage. As the Mantair conversion unit does not include new tankage, it cannot be tested and EN12566-3 is not applicable.

As there is not a European Standard for ‘in tank’ Conversion Units it is not possible for them to obtain a CE Mark. However, all components used in the manufacture of the Mantair conversion unit comply with the relevant European Standard.

The Environment Agency recognises the Mantair conversion unit as a sewage treatment system and authorises its use under Permit Certification, allowing the treated effluent from the system to be discharged directly into natural watercourses.

The Mantair unit should not be confused with other products marketed as ‘conversion units’ which involve the installation of additional tankage downstream of the existing septic tank.  As new tankage is required these products can be tested under the European Standard.  These products however do not ‘convert’ the existing septic tank, but provide biological treatment in additional tankage.


Installation

The Mantair septic tank conversion unit is supplied by Mantair and installed by Beacons Drainage ~ Official Installers for Mantair in South Wales (Licensed Contractor offering a comprehensive service. This includes an initial site survey, guidance and advice on system selection, complete installation and commissioning of your treatment plant and full after sales service).  The system is not available through wholesale or retail outlets.

For further information or advise, please telephone us on 07817 322201 or contact us by email.


How does it work

The septic tank conversion unit from Mantair is powered by a small air blower, which can be located in either an existing outbuilding or in a small remote housing.  The blower can be located up to 25 metres from the Mantair unit and is powered by domestic 240v electrical supply.  It is a connected to the Mantair unit by a small bore MDPE pipe concealed underground.  The blower provides the air that is required for the treatment process and to lift the treated effluent to the discharge point.

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