The need to store dairy effluent for longer periods to avoid applying effluent to soils that are at or near water holding capacity, or below soil temperature of <7°C has induced closer attention to the management of entire effluent systems. By quantifying water consumption of dairy sheds there is usually the ability to reduce fresh water use significantly. Options, including the recycling of green water through the backing gate to wash yards down and the introduction of a closed-circuit plate cooling system, can collectively offset water use in some sheds by up to 60%. Re-using plate cooler water for shed wash down and/or stock water is also another option.
One satisfied client has gone from producing 240,000 litres to 120,000 litres per day of effluent through the use of green water wash on the yard ultimately creating far less effluent which costs less to process, store and apply to pasture and crops.
There are multiple options available for solids separation, each of which can be quantified with the intention of providing the most reliable and robust system, giving you peace of mind for the years ahead.
These include:
- 2-pond system
- Mechanical separation
- Sludge bed with weeping wall
We offer a free design service with an obligation free quote. If you have a preferred earthmoving contractor, we’re more than happy to utilise their skills or, we can provide one for you. Sustainable Water is fully independent allowing us to custom build your effluent system for optimal efficiency. We can supply and install both HDPE Geomembrane and Geosynthetic Clay pond lining solutions.
