RichardT.H. Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Hi, Looking at various options for sewage system, not got anything at the moment and have always liked the idea of a reed bed for the filtration. Does anybody know the official line on reed beds? (Indre) space isn't a problem and have a gentle slope. Have looked at alternatives, Biorock etc. If they are ok, can I do my own or anybody know of an installer? Any help appreciated. Richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Trollope Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 You need to speak to Pat & Tony Archer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardT.H. Posted April 16, 2009 Author Share Posted April 16, 2009 Hi Nick, Thanks for reply, How do I go about that? Richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Trollope Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Errr....Sorry, not a Radio 4 listener then?Truth be told, I've no idea, we've got mains... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardT.H. Posted April 16, 2009 Author Share Posted April 16, 2009 Well that was helpful then! No didn't know that radio 4 was still going.But at least they have 1 listener... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Guerriere Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Book:"Fosse septique, roseaux, bambous"Traiter ecologiquement ses eaux useesSandrine Cabrit-LeclercEdition Terre Vivante ISBN 978-2-914717-39-7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patf Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 There's a partial answer here:http://www.totalfrance.com/france/forum/viewtopic.php?t=57539&highlight=reed+bed+filter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomoss Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Some two or three years ago our Council replaced the village's ageing and odiferous purification plant with a reed bed system. This was financed in part by the Department and Region, so I assume they are officially approved. We currently have about 500 inhabitants, but the system is designed to cope with an increase of 50%.After the initial mechanical system which removes solids which have got into the system, it has several large beds which are filled in rotation by remote controlled valves. The initial plants looked unimpressive, but they have obviously been well nourished and have grown magnificently.The water flowing away after treatment is perfectly clear and has no odour, and runs into an existing small watercourse which disappears across the vignes.We had a grand opening ceremony where everyone had a chance to examine the (working) equipment at close quarters, including the insides of the separator. Although not everyone seemed interested in doing this, all adjourned to the Foyer afterwards for a glass or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardT.H. Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 Thankyou all for the useful information, If we get to install one I think a grand opening sounds like a good idea .We'll have to have a word with the marie, see what he thinks.Richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Plombier Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 I have no idea about approval in France but ecologically they are the way forwardCorrectly installed you get almost drinking quality water discharged after the filterNote is is essential to plant the correct plants, along with the reeds, to attract the natural predators for mosquitos to avoid creating other problemsI have come across a company in France that installs reed bed swimming pools but not a fosse installerLe Plombier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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