REED BEDS

Geyser Water Treatment design and install specialist reed beds. This is a valuable option when a site has poor drainage and requires an alternative system to provide an effective solution. 

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What are the Advantages?

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Once installed, a reed bed operates at a low cost, providing that it is maintained properly. But, correspondingly, maintenance requirements are low. It can usually be carried out by anyone with a degree of gardening knowledge and common sense.

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As it is a plant based system, bacteria, fungi and algae digest organic matter in effluent. The effluent then percolates through layers of sand and gravel in an enclosed bed creating a sustainable drainage solution. Vertical flow reed beds are known for being more effective at nitrifying effluents and converting ammonia than most package treatment plants.

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There are restrictions in flow volumes, COD and particulate sizes. The reed needs to be specific and in the UK is normally Phragmites Australis, buried into a shale base. Over the years we have constructed a variety of shapes and types of specialist reed bed.

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For more specific guidance about how we can meet your needs please get in touch.