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Grey water recycling system for baths / showers / laundry waste water for use in
flushing toilets.
Grey water recycling available in the UK from
Biotank Ltd. The "Brac Water
System" will reduce your water bills by up to 33%!
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Brac Systems W-200
A concise description of the Brac System is:
"The technology is a patented
method and mechanism that captures greywater, sanitizes it, and
provides it under pressure to flush toilets. It consists of a
compartmented tank (a wet area, and a mechanical area), a jet pump
with pressure tank, a filter housing, an automatic water valve system,
and various lines and fittings. The greywater is routed to the system
through dedicated drain lines, passes through a physical 100micron
filter, and into the holding tank. A user-added chlorine tablet
sanitizes. On demand (line pressure drop), the jet pump draws water
from the holding tank through a foot valve, and maintains pressure
(with pressure tank) to the supply lines that lead to the toilet. To
prevent the jet pump from running dry, a float activates an automatic
water valve, adding potable water to the holding tank to maintain a
minimum water level, assuring that the foot valve is always submerged.
Overflow, ventilation, and drain fittings are provided, as well as a
hose bibb for depressurizing and priming the system, or where allowed,
garden irrigation. (While the system has a built-in air gap between
the overflow limit of the greywater and the potable water outlet, we
highly recommend that all local regulations regarding backflow
prevention and cross connection control be rigorously followed at
installation.)
The only competitor we are aware of
is the Pontos Aquacycle, (
http://www.pontos-aquacycle.com/ ) a system built in Germany,
which is several times more expensive, and has a much more complicated
filtration system, I believe utilizing reverse osmosis. The water
output from their system is very clean (nearly drinkable), and is
recommended for doing laundry in addition to flushing toilets. Because
of the great price differential, we don't really see them as direct
competition. "
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"The Brac water system
was developed because home owners all over the world are
experiencing water shortages, and the problem is only growing.
During hot summers, people using wells can run out of water. What
can we do? There is only so much water available, but we still need
drinking water, water for the shower, the washroom, the laundry etc…
What if there was a way some of
our water could be used twice? Let’s look at some figures: More than
half of our water is being used to shower, bathe and do the laundry,
while another third is being used to flush the toilet. This is a
rather standard proportion throughout most homes.
This is why we developed a system
that would recycle the water from the shower, bath and laundry,
filter it, and reuse this water for the toilet tank. Using this
solution we can now save approximately one third of our water
consumption.
This means that even here in the
UK, in our own towns, we will soon experience this shortage. You may
have noticed recently that more and more water companies have
started introducing hosepipe bans. And it’s only just beginning. As
water consumption rises important changes will be asked of us over
the coming years. So, we may as well take advantage of this to do
our part while also keep our money in our pockets.
Brac Systems offers a real
solution and gives us hope. And we are proud to share it with the
world.
Thanks to our water-recycling
product, each household saves one third of its annual water
consumption. Now, not only can we save money on our water bills but
we can also extend our chances for water supply and give our
children a future."
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Frequently Asked Questions.
Q: How much
water can the Brac System hold?
A: The Brac System was designed to hold 200
litres (48 gallons). If your water usage goes over that mark, the
surplus will automatically be drained out so as not to overload or
cause water damage.
Q: How much
water will the Brac System save me?
A: The Brac System will save approximately one
third of your total water usage.
Q: What is
involved in cleaning the Brac System?
A: There are two simple cleaning procedures:
Cleaning the filter, and flushing the holding tank.
Q: How do I
clean the filter? And how often?
A: Every two to three weeks, simply remove the
filter and rinse it. Soaking the filter in a vinegar solution on
occasion is also recommended.
Q: How
do I flush out the tank? And how often?
A: Drain the holding tank through the cleanout
valve, add a vinegar solution, allow to soak for a short time, and
drain again. This should be done two or three times a year.
Q: Are there
any other products I should use with my Brac System?
A: We recommend dropping a Lysol Brand
Continuous Action Toilet Cleaning Tablet, available from Biotank Ltd
website, through the filter housing into the bottom of the tank
every eight weeks or so. We prefer the Lysol tablets, because they
use no dyes that may stain the tank, and contain both chlorine and a
clearing agent. The use of Lysol tablets will prevent the growth of
bacteria in the tank, and any accompanying odours. You may also
choose to use a tablet of your choice in your toilet tanks.
Q: How hard
is it to install a Brac System?
A: While the connections are not difficult,
your Brac System should only be installed by a qualified
professional plumber. In new construction, it is easy to design the
system into the plumbing of the home. In an existing home, new water
supply lines for the toilets will need to be installed, and some of
your drains will need to be rerouted. You should consult a plumber
for an evaluation of your existing construction to determine the
feasibility/difficulty of installing a Brac System in your
particular situation.
Q: What
happens in the event of an extended power outage, or if my Brac
System needs to be removed for some reason?
A: When your plumber installs your Brac System,
he should install a fresh water bypass with ball and check valves
between the fresh water supply and the grey water outlet lines. This
will allow you to easily supply your toilets with fresh water (and
prevent the contamination of your fresh water with grey water) in
the event of an extended power outage or removal of the tank. If the
tank must be removed, a drain pipe can be easily fitted between
where the grey water inlet and over flow drain entered the tank,
diverting your bath water to the sewer.
Q: Is a
basement necessary to use the Brac System?
A: Not necessarily. The transportation of grey
water to your Brac System is by gravity, so as long as the
bathtub/shower/laundry drains are above the inlet of the filter
housing, the system will function. However, there are pumps
available (laundry tub and bar sink pumps) that are designed to
transport drainage to a higher level. If your home is single level
with no basement, such a pump could be a solution for you.
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What does a Brac Grey Water Recycling W-200 system cost?
The unit price is
£925.00 plus delivery plus VAT, depending on your location in
the UK. (This price does not include installation which should be carried
out by a professional plumber. Installation cost will vary depending on
circumstances.)
For further information about the Brac system and to order, please give Chris
White of Biotank Ltd. a call on the phone number below:
Also visit Brac Systems website for
further information
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