Alternative Sewer Systems, Manual of Practice FD-12 has been updated provide a general overview of collection systems and then elaborates on the design, performance, and management of three specific types: pressure, vacuum, and effluent. The manual contains comprehensive coverage of the various systems that can be used to replace expensive gravity systems that are currently being utilized in small and large communities. Current technologies are covered in detail, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of alternative systems. The book also includes information on interfacing requirements for discharge to conventional sewers, as well as issues concerning grinder-pumps and piping. 308 pp.

Alternative Sewer Systems, Manual of Practice FD-12 provides:

• Pros and cons of using alternative collection
• Discharge interface requirements
• Grinder-pump needs
• Piping requirements
• SI as primary units and U.S. as secondary

This comprehensive guide covers:

• Pressure Sewer Systems
• Vacuum Sewer Systems
• Effluent Sewer Systems, including Septic Tank Effluent Pumping (STEP) and Septic Tank Effluent Gravity (STEG) systems