WASTEFLOWTM 

Flexible emitterline for subsuface treated wastewater dispersal. 

Guaranteed root intrusion protection plus antimicrobial.

CHARACTERISTICS

bulletReliable and economic. 

The low cost of the system and low cost of installation make it possible to cover large areas or have backup fields without incurring high costs.

No ponding, surfacing or deep percolation. 

Effluent is uniformly distributed over the entire area using low flow rate, uniformly spaced emitters. Water is slowly applied at each individual point, enabling the water to move laterally through capillary action, reducing percolation.

Flexible and easy to install. 

A small plow or trencher is all that is required to install several thousand feet of tubing.

Easy to design. 

The flow characteristics of the emitters and the uniform water distribution make it very easy to design a safe and reliable system.

Resistant to plugging. 

WASTEFLOW has the largest flow orifices on the market. The turbulent flow design keeps fine particles in suspension, and the raised entry ports into the emitter reduce the risk of solids plugging the emitter flow path.

Can be used for irrigation. 

The uniform rate of application and its reliability make the system ideal for reuse in landscaping or irrigating agricultural crops.

Solves limited area and soil problems. 

Can be used in smaller areas than conventional systems, or where soil type or steep slopes preclude conventional systems. 

ROOTGUARD protected. 

Incorporation of Treflan guarantees protection from root intrusion and assures the system a long trouble free life.

 Ultra Fresh, antimicrobial protected. 

Incorporation of tributyl-tin-maleate into the inner tube wall inhibits slime adhesion. This does not replace effluent pre-treatment.

Purple stripes. 

2 stripes identify the WASTEFLOW product.

Freezing conditions. 

Operating aerobic systems have shown resistance to freezing in more than 100 systems in the Great Lakes region through two winters. In the event a system is left idle through freezing conditions WASTEFLOW will not crack or break. 

DESCRIPTION

The flexible polyethylene dripline has large turbulent fIow emitters regularly spaced along the line. With the dripline hidden about six inches below ground, effluent is distributed slowly and uniformly, reducing ponding, even in difficult soils and hilly terrain.

WASTEFLOW is built to last. The emitters are protected against root intrusion by the ROOTGUARD® patented process, and the dripline wall is protected from biological growth with a bactericide lining.

WASTEFLOW is easily adaptable for projects ranging in size from single family homes to large multi-million gallon per day projects.



WASTEFLOW PC & WASTEFLOW CLASSIC

WASTEFLOW is available with either classic turbulent flow emitters (WASTEFLOW Classic) or with pressure compensating emitters (WASTEFLOW PC).

WASTEFLOW dripline has precision molded, large flow path emitters inserted into 1/2" tubing every 2ff. The standard nominal flow rate per emitter is 1GPH. The standard spacing for effluent dispersal is 24 X 24 inches. Different flow rates, tube diameters and spacings are available against special order. The 1/2" tubing presents a smooth exterior for easy insertion into the ground. Use CA6OO compression adapters to connect the dripline to PVC pipe.

Both WASTEFLOW Classic and WASTEFLOW PC are 100% manufactured in the USA under U.S. patents.

Part Number

Emitter Spacing

bulletDiameter

Turbulent Flow Passage

Pressure

Max. Length of Run

Flow Rate

WASTEFLOW
CLASSIC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

WF-16-4-24

24"

0.64"OD x 0.55"ID

0.053" x 0.053"

10 psi

210 ft.

0.93 gph

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

15 psi

210 ft.

1.13 gph

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

25 psi

210 ft.

1.49 gph

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

30 psi

210 ft.

1.64 gph

WASTEFLOW
PC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

WFPC-16-4-24

24"

0.64"OD x 0.55"ID

0.036" x 0.043"

15 psi

211 ft.

1.0 gph

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

25 psi

315 ft.

1.0 gph

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

35 psi

379 ft.

1.0 gph

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

45 psi

429 ft.

1.0 gph

When to use WASTEFLOW PC vs. WASTEFLOW Classic 

Advantages of WASTEFLOW PC 

Very long lateral runs are possible. 

Steep slopes require fewer pressure regulators. 

Rolling terrain. If the difference of height from trough to peak is greater than 6 foot, then WASTEFLOW PC is justified. Vacuum relief valves must be placed at the top of each rise. 

Disadvantages of WASTEFLOW PC 

More expensive. 

Contains a silicon rubber diaphragm which may not last as long as the plastic components. 

Systems with large elevation changes that are not designed very carefully are prone to the creation of vacuum upon shut down, causing soil ingestion. The dirt may lodge permanently under the diaphragm.



THE ROOTGUARD® ADVANTAGE

ROOTGUARD is the key to WASTEFLOW's success below ground. ROOTGUARD technology combines Treflan® in the drip emitter to inhibit root growth. The herbicide is released at a uniform rate, maintaining sufficient concentration in the soil immediately surrounding the drip outlet to prevent longitudinal root growth into the emitter. ROOTGUARD life is a function of the mean soil temperature. The system is guaranteed not to fail due to root intrusion for 10 years, with an expected life of 20 years. Please read the limited warranty in our design and installation manual.

WASTEFLOW is only guaranteed when

bulletused with NSF Class I aeration treatment plants as tested by ANSI certified laboratory, or
bulletsand filters designed to meet EPA criteria, or
bulletin a system designed by a professional engineer.

GEOFLOW, INC. 
506 Tamal Plaza
Corte Madera, CA 94925
Tel (800) 828-3388 or (415) 927-6000
Fax (415) 927-0120


WASTEFLOW is manufactured under U.S. patents 5 332 160, 5 116 414 & foreign equivalents 

ROOTGUARD is a registered trademark of A.I.Innovations 

Treflan is a registered trade-mark of Dow AgroSciences.