	Reed Beds for the Treatment of Domestic Wastewater
	Order Code: BR013EP Price: £39.99
This report provides an overview of the specification and design of reed bed systems for the treatment of domestic wastewater, in the context of the UK climate and regulations. It is targeted at those wishing to gain an overview and clarification of the technologies available. Case studies of different types of system and application are included. Contents Introduction Natural' treatment systems Development of reed beds in the UK Types of reed bed Vertical flow systems (VFS) Sludge treatment reed beds Horizontal flow systems (HFS) Subsurface flow (SFS) for secondary treatment Horizontal flow systems (tertiary) Free water surface systems (FWS, overland flow) The role of plants Aesthetics Biomass and useful by-products Stabilisation of the sand surface Prevention of blockage Insulation Exclusion of weeds Oxygen transfer Provision of surfaces for microbes Biocidal exudates Nutrient uptake Wildlife habitat Filtration The role of plants in other natural systems Performance - Vertical flow reed beds, Horizontal flow (SFS) reed beds (secondary treatment), Horizontal flow (SFS) reed beds for tertiary treatment Appropriate applications Maintenance requirements - All systems, Vertical flow systems, Horizontal flow systems References and further reading Annexes and Case studies



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