
Smart Rainwater Harvesting
Invented by Andrew Turner Inventions Ltd and designed and installed by Managed Water Services Ltd, Hydrocells is an innovative rainwater harvesting system created specifically for commercial businesses aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and minimize environmental impact. Our smart system not only provides a sustainable solution for water management but also helps to alleviate the stress on local sewer systems by reducing Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) incidents.
Contact UsHydrocells utilises a two-tank configuration to effectively manage rainwater collected from commercial rooftops. The system is tailored to each property, with tank sizes optimised based on roof area and annual rainwater capture potential:
1. Rainwater Collection Tank:
This first tank gathers rainwater from the roof. The water is recirculated through a glass media filter, ensuring it reaches the desired turbidity level for safe use.
2. Advanced Filtration with Glass Media Filter:
The glass media filter continuously recirculates the rainwater, improving its clarity until it meets the system’s turbidity standards. The filter is equipped with a backwash function for self-cleaning, which helps maintain its efficiency over time. Additionally, it features a self-sterilising capability, ensuring the filtration process remains hygienic and effective.
3. Clean Water Tank:
Once the water in the collection tank meets quality standards, a multiport valve diverts it to the clean water tank, where it is stored for future use.
4. Chlorine Dioxide Treatment:
The clean water tank features a Chlorine dioxide dosing loop, which doses at 0.5 ppm to maintain low bacterial levels, ensuring safe water for non-potable use. The Chlorine dioxide level is continuously monitored, dosed on make-up, and adjusted by monitor control for precise, effective treatment.
Hydrocells is equipped with a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), an interactive dashboard, and a mobile app to provide comprehensive system monitoring and control. These tools offer valuable insights for businesses:
Hydrocells is linked to the MET Office, enabling real-time storm forecasting and intelligent water management. Before a forecasted storm, the system automatically reduces the level in the rainwater collection tank by releasing some water, ensuring there is adequate storage capacity for incoming rainfall. This proactive approach helps the sewerage system better cope with the increased demand during storms or rainfall, reducing the risk of CSO spills by managing excess roof runoff.
As part of Managed Water Services Ltd, Hydrocells combines cutting-edge technology with a commitment to environmental sustainability. Our systems are designed not just to save water but also to protect our communities and ecosystems, all while providing valuable data that businesses can use to further their green initiatives.
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