DEX Embraces Water Recycling

Here at Dex Industries, we believe in responsible manufacturing and strive to be an ecologically sustainable company. In effort to be on the forefront of water conservation, we have created our own rainwater and grey water (waste water) recycling system which includes a 3,000 gallon rainwater storage tank. Just last night, this tank was filled up by the recent rain storms. That water can now be used in various production processes here at our plant.

Why recycle water? For starters, water recycling use allows us to reduce our demand on conventional water and the pressure we place on sewage treatment systems. Recycling grey water places less of a need on water extraction from local rivers and aquifers, as well as, reducing the amount of energy typically used in the pumping, treating, and transporting of portable water within Georgia.

You can do it too! Dex’s water recycling system is quite large; however, it’s quite easy for anyone to build a smaller system for home or business use. It just takes a little ingenuity! All systems have basic components including a catchment surface, conveyance system, storage, treatment, and distribution.

Components

Catchment Area – The catchment area is the first point of contact for rainfall, like your home or business’s roof.

The size of the catchment area or roof will determine how much rainwater that you can harvest.

Conveyance System – These are the networks of pipes that move the water from the roof surface to the storage containers. You can use your gutters and downspouts to achieve this function. Please note: Proper installation is critical so that the conveyance system works properly and will not be a safety hazard.

Storage Container – You can use a cistern or tank to capture the rainwater and store it for later use. This is the most visible or recognizable component of a rain water harvesting system.

Treatment – Water is a universal solvent for microbiological, chemical, and debris contaminants which threatens water quality. Treatment of rainwater ensures that the water will be safe to use.

Distribution – The distribution component of a rainwater harvesting includes the piping, pumps, and other devices that move water from the storage and treatment to the point-of-use.

Sources:

http://www.wikipedia.com

http://rainwaterharvesting.tamu.edu

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