Drain Field Products — Conventional vs. Innovative
Conventional systems use gravel in the drain lines. Innovative systems can use synthetic materials such as EZflow™ and Infiltrator™ through larger-diameter pipes. The right material depends on soil conditions, lot size, accessibility, and other factors.
Conventional System (Gravel)
Gravel is used in the drain lines to disperse and absorb effluent into the soil.
Innovative System (EZ-Flow)
Synthetic materials such as EZflow™ and Infiltrator™ are used through larger-diameter pipes.
Gravity Systems
A traditional gravity system uses a septic tank where wastewater flows from the home. An inner baffle wall keeps solids from leaving the tank into the drain field; the solids remain and decompose. The tank should be pumped every 3–5 years to prevent blockages.
When the liquid reaches a set level, it flows through a tee and down a line to a distribution box, which evenly disperses it to the drain lines, where it is absorbed by the surrounding ground.
Pump Systems
Depending on the site and county requirements, a pump system may be required — an additional pump tank fed from the septic tank. As liquid rises, float sensors trigger a pump to the distribution box, dispersing liquid into the soil. Specialty pump systems include:
- Low Pressure Pipe (LPP) Systems
- Pressure Manifold Systems
- Pre-treatment / Filtration Systems
- Manitee Systems
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