An Advanced Anaerobic Wastewater Treatment Solution by VEPL A Bio-Digester Based Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) is a biological wastewater treatment system that uses specially cultured anaerobic bacteria to decompose and digest human waste and organic sewage without the need for oxygen. It operates in airtight digesters, converting organic matter into biogas and producing minimal sludge, while generating treated water suitable for non-potable reuse such as irrigation or flushing. This technology offers a low-maintenance, eco-friendly, and decentralized solution for managing domestic sewage, especially in rural areas, hospitals, institutions, and off-grid locations. VEPL offers a robust and low-maintenance Bio-Digester Based Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), ideal for locations requiring eco-friendly, cost-effective, and decentralized sewage treatment. This system uses an anaerobic bio-digester to break down organic waste without the need for continuous power supply or complex operations, making it ideal for hospitals, institutions, rural areas, and government facilities. Recently, VEPL successfully installed a 100 KLD Bio-Digester STP at ESI Hospital, Kala Amb, Himachal Pradesh, serving as a benchmark in sustainable wastewater management in healthcare environments. Bio-Digester Based-1 Bio-Digester Based Bio-Digester Based-1 Bio-Digester Based Previous Next Technical Specifications Component Specification Treatment Capacity 1 KLD to 250 KLD (Scalable) Technology Anaerobic Bio-Digester with Optional Tertiary Treatment Influent BOD 200–350 mg/L Effluent BOD < 30 mg/L (can be <10 mg/L with polishing) Power Requirement Very Low (Optional aeration or tertiary treatment) Design Type RCC / FRP Modular Chambers Bio-Digester Media Bacterial Inoculum – Psychrophilic and Thermophilic strains Sludge Handling Minimal – Digested into biogas and treated water Odour Control Integrated Life Span >25 Years Operation Semi-Automated / Manual with Training Support Process Flow Description Inlet Chamber & Screening Removes large solids and grit Settler/Equalization Tank Homogenizes sewage for stable load to bio-digester Anaerobic Bio-Digester Uses specially cultured bacteria to degrade organic matter Produces biogas (methane + CO₂), which can be flared or utilized Secondary Treatment (Optional) Clarification or Polishing Filter (Sand, Activated Carbon) Tertiary Treatment (Optional) Reed Bed, UV/Chlorination for enhanced disinfection Treated Water Outlet Suitable for gardening, toilet flushing, landscaping, etc. Treatment Process & Parameters Primary Treatment (Screening, Oil & Grease Removal, Equalization) Parameter Inlet (Raw Sewage) Outlet (After Primary) pH 6.5 – 8.5 6.5 – 8.5 BOD 200 – 350 mg/L 150 – 200 mg/L COD 400 – 600 mg/L 250 – 400 mg/L TSS 150 – 300 mg/L 100 – 150 mg/L Oil & Grease 20 – 50 mg/L < 20 mg/L Secondary Treatment (Biological Treatment – MBBR/FAB/SBR + Clarifier) Parameter Inlet (From Primary) Outlet (After Secondary) BOD 150 – 200 mg/L < 30 mg/L COD 250 – 400 mg/L < 100 mg/L TSS 100 – 150 mg/L < 30 mg/L Ammonia (NH₄) 15 – 30 mg/L < 10 mg/L Odor Present Mild/Neutralized Tertiary Treatment (Sand Filter + Activated Carbon Filter + UV/Chlorination) Parameter Inlet (From Secondary) Outlet (After Tertiary) BOD < 30 mg/L < 10 mg/L COD < 100 mg/L < 30 mg/L TSS < 30 mg/L < 5 mg/L Pathogens Present 90–99% Removed Color & Odor Slight / Off Clear & Odor-Free After Ultrafiltration (UF) – Optional Final Polishing Parameter Inlet (From Tertiary) Outlet (After UF) BOD < 10 mg/L < 5 mg/L TSS < 5 mg/L < 1 mg/L Turbidity < 5 NTU < 1 NTU Pathogen Removal ~99% 99.99% Water Quality Non-potable reuse Reuse for gardening, flushing, cooling ✅ Project Highlight: 🔹 Client: ESI Hospital, Kala Amb, Himachal Pradesh 🔹 Capacity: 100 KLD 🔹 Commissioned by: VEPL 🔹 Features: Compact design Low operational cost Successfully treating hospital sewage with safe water reuse “The system has proven reliable with consistent effluent quality, reducing water footprint and ensuring regulatory compliance at ESI Hospital Kala Amb.” Key Features & Benefits Eco-Friendly: Zero chemical requirement Energy Efficient: Works largely without electricity No Frequent Sludge Disposal: Sludge digested inside reactor Low CAPEX & OPEX: Ideal for rural or institutional setups Modular Design: Easy to install, expand, or relocate Water Reuse: Treated water fit for irrigation or reuse Odour-Free: Proper venting and gas handling Applications Hospitals & Clinics Schools & Hostels Panchayats & Rural Clusters Defence Establishments Religious Places Industrial Canteens Railway Stations Standards & Compliance Ministry of Jal Shakti Guidelines DRDO Bio-Digester Norms (Where Applicable) Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) Himachal Pradesh Pollution Control Board (HPPCB)
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