Effluent filter screens are used to increase the life of your septic system by blocking solids from entering the septic field. They are the best investment available for protecting percolation areas and are recommended by the EPA Code of Practice, 2009.

Effluent filters significantly improve septic tank efficiency and dramatically reduce the risk of sewage ponding in your garden due to clogged drainfields. Effluent filters help protect the environment by reducing the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) organic matter by approx. 30% and suspended solids by approx. 70%. (Source US EPA 2002 –re performance standards for filtered primary treatment).

Effluent filter screens have been used in Ireland on a small scale for over 15 years and are compulsory in much of the USA.  The US EPA 2002 Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Manual referring to septic tanks states “The use of a removable, cleanable effluent screen connected to the outlet is strongly recommended.”

Tuf-Tite® Effluent Filter Screens: EF 4 and EF 6

- Patented PVC effluent filter screens for domestic and commercial use. - Improves life of percolation area and assists functioning of septic tank. - Reduces solids, paper and sanitary pollutants entering distribution boxes and the environment. - Can be installed in existing tanks. - Filters are removed and cleaned when tank is pumped. - Helps indicate when tank needs pumping as exit through filter becomes slower

A 100 and A300 filters screen solids down to 0.8 mm and provide top quality filtration for both domestic and commercial applications. These filters provide excellent filtration requiring little maintenance with domestic wastewater. The A300 filters can also be used in grease applications, nursing homes, kennels, etc.