05/07/2026
Why should you look at the Tricel Nova sewage treatment plant
Installing a Tricel Novo sewage treatment plant is one of the smartest upgrades you can make for an off-mains drainage system. Whether you are replacing an old septic tank or installing a system for a new build, it offers several distinct advantages over standard systems:
1. Exceptional Strength and DurabilityUnlike standard tanks made of basic plastic (polyethylene) or standard Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), the Tricel Novo is manufactured using Sheet Moulding Compound (SMC) under high heat and pressure. This gives it unparalleled structural strength, allowing it to withstand challenging ground conditions, fluctuating temperatures, and the test of time. It even comes with a robust 20-year structural warranty.
2. Lower Installation CostsBecause the SMC tank is so strong, it has a shallow-dig design and does not require a concrete backfill on most installation sites (a simple gravel or sand backfill often suffices). This can easily save you hundreds of pounds in concrete and labor costs during installation.
3. Highly Reliable with Low MaintenanceThe system is incredibly simple and reliable. It operates using no moving parts or pumps inside the tank itself, which dramatically reduces the risk of mechanical breakdowns. Furthermore, it utilizes a ceramic air diffuser rather than a standard rubber one, which lasts roughly twice as long and cuts down on long-term replacement costs.
4. Smart Adaptation to Load ChangesIf you have guests over or if the house goes empty for a while, the Tricel Novo handles it effortlessly. Its fixed-bed technology uses naturally occurring bacteria that dynamically scale their population up or down depending on the amount of waste entering the system. This prevents the system from failing during sudden changes in usage.
5. Full Regulatory Compliance The plant produces excellent effluent quality that easily meets or exceeds European Standards (BS EN12566-3). This means it complies perfectly with environmental regulations (like the Environment Agency’s General Binding Rules in the UK), making it legally safe to discharge treated water straight into a drainage field or an approved local watercourse.
Nova ranges from a 6 up to a 50 person