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Aerobe, Robust and Eco are BioMicrobics Onsite Treatment Specialists (B.O.T.S.). Filthy pollutants don’t stand a chance when this enthusiastic trio takes on the job!
Aerobe, Robust and Eco are the perfect “spokes team” for BioMicrobics – part bionic, part genius, all innovation. Forged from the very parts that compose BioMicrobics’ technology, they embody the superior pollutant-fighting characteristics inherent in advanced wastewater and stormwater treatment systems. Teaming up to solve the most daunting water and wastewater dilemmas, they are SUPER social, LOVE to travel, and, most importantly, RESPECT the environment.
Capable as they are, they have the constant support of dedicated talent, knowledge, and expertise from the entire BioMicrobics Team and Global Distributor Network!
Sleep well tonight. Robust, Aerobe, and Eco are protecting our homes, schools, businesses, and waterways. Their goal: to be the sentinels of fragile ecosystems, defenders of all water resources, and guardians of the world’s wastewater infrastructure.
See their stories (below) that chronicle our S.O.S.–Save Our Septic® Wastewater Adventure Series
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Have you met our POO-ch?
We decided on a Shih Tzu breed and named him ‘eco’. The ears are our grey, plastic, stackable d-Rain Joint® devices and the Mohawk (hair does not clog our systems!) is the submerged fixed-film we use in our FAST® product line, just like Aerobe and Robust’s “hair”. His torso is our LIXOR® Aerator device used in a multitude of supplemental aeration needed applications and the main component of our RollsAIR® Extended Aeration System.
About the name: “eco” is short for eco-nomical, eco-logy, eco-nometric, eco-system….
- e·co·nom·i·cal – (ˌɛk əˈnɒm ɪ kəl, ˌi kə-) adj.
- avoiding waste or extravagance; involving the efficient use of
wealth or resources; an economical use of space.
- economic; pertaining to
economics.
- avoiding waste or extravagance; involving the efficient use of
- e·col·o·gy – (ĭ-kŏl′ə-jē) n. pl. e·col·o·gies
- The science of the relationships between organisms and their environments.
- e·con·o·met·rics – (ĭ-kŏn′ə-mĕt′rĭks) n. (used with a sing. verb)
- Application of mathematical and statistical techniques to economics in the study of problems, the analysis of data, and
the development and testing of theories and models.
- Application of mathematical and statistical techniques to economics in the study of problems, the analysis of data, and
- e·co·sys·tem – (ē′kō-sĭs′təm, ĕk′ō-) n.
- An ecological community together with its environment, functioning as a unit.
- e·co·sphere – (ē′kō-sfîr′, ĕk′ō-) n.
- The regions of the universe, especially on the earth, that are capable of supporting life; the biosphere.
About the breed:
[WIKIPEDIA] A Shih Tzu, also known as the Chrysanthemum Dog, is a toy dog breed, weighing 10–19 pounds when fully grown. The exact origins of the breed are unknown, but it is thought to have originated in Tibet/China. Wikipedia
Temperament: Playful, Affectionate, Lively, Outgoing, Loyal, More
The Shih Tzu is a sturdy little dog with a short muzzle and large dark eyes. Drop ears are covered with long fur, and the heavily furred tail is carried curled over the back. The Shih Tzu is slightly longer than tall, and bigger dogs ideally should carry themselves “with distinctly arrogant carriage”. A very noticeable feature is the underbite, which is required in the breed standard.
Although an individual Shih Tzu’s temperament varies from dog to dog, the breed has a personality and temperament that is loyal, affectionate, outgoing, and alert. Training and proper socializing must start at a young age for the Shih Tzu to obey basic commands, for the Shih Tzu is prone to stubbornness when it comes to training. While the Shih Tzu is an excellent watch dog because of its alert and active nature, it was not specifically bred for this purpose. Unlike the Lhasa Apso, which was bred to be a sentinel dog that enjoys high perches and is wary of strangers, the Shih Tzu prefers to be close to its companions and will often offer strangers its affection.
Because of its friendly nature, the Shih Tzu tends to interact well with other dogs and with children and adults.
‘eco’ can do tricks like
- being ‘in situ’ (an industry term and an Synonym for onsite)
- “rolls over”, like our RollsAIR® System
- Sniff out water leaks and failed drainfields
- Super smart, he can alert Aerobe & Robust where water issues arise
Read the S.O.S.–Save Our Septic® Wastewater Adventure Series:
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 1: Not the Kind of Pool We Had in Mind
Synopsis: A failing septic system disrupts more than just your lawn and lives; it disrupts plans for your property.
Application: Retrofit an existing failing septic system with RetroFAST® Septic System Enhancement. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 2: Alan’s Watershed Moment
Synopsis: Using a decentralized innovative wastewater technologies, such as small membrane bioreactors (MBRs), to gain green-building certification credit points.
Application: The certified BioBarrier® MBR and BioBarrier® HSMBR® System treat wastewater to higher standards that allows for onsite water reuse. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 3: Right Day to Go to the Aquarium
Synopsis: Adding additional rooms, backyard cottages, or increasing your household floor plan will have you looking at how much your septic system can treat.
Application: Expand your treatment capacity with a RetroFAST® Septic System Enhancement to handle additional loading. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 4: Fashion Forward
Synopsis: Designing a truck stop can be fashionable with the right system designed for high strength wastewater, but what to do when the space is needed for parking heavy trucks?
Application: The HighStrengthFAST® Wastewater Treatment System handles high amounts of BOD and TSS from commercial kitchens and washing facilities. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 5: How to be a “M.O.M.” to your Septic System
Synopsis: Parental tips for Maintenance, Operation, and Management of your wastewater treatment system.
Application: There’s more to maintaining your onsite wastewater treatment system than general septic Do’s and Don’ts list in an Owner’s Manual. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 6: Hungry for Litigation
Synopsis: Changes can occur with commercial properties; when issues arise with under-sized wastewater treatment system at a Shopping Center what can you do to keep the system in compliance?
Application: The versatility of adding onto the FAST® System with additional systems, accessories and screening devices helps to keep the system sized for the property. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 7: How One Community Decides to “STEP It Up”
Synopsis: What options besides centralized sewering for a small communities’ wastewater treatment system?
Application: The BioSTEP® is a perfect pumping system installed in as many homes as needed in a neighborhood development to screen and transfer the wastewater to a MyFAST Treatment Plant. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 8: Everything’s Coming Up Roses
Synopsis: When Sustainable architecture is your goal, what choices do you have for water efficiency?
Application: The BioBarrier® is the first blackwater/greywater treatment system certified for water reuse. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 9: I Feel a Need for Speed
Synopsis: People may not be aware of regulations requiring an aerobic wastewater treatment system when planning to develop land.
Application: BioMicrobics’ FAST® systems can be installed in half a day and are readily available for purchase through one of BioMicrobics’ numerous distributors. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 10: On Wings of Eagles
Synopsis: Finding ways to accommodate local regulations, challenges of mountain terrain, and anticipated growth of a village.
Application: HighStrengthFAST® system on mountain terrain for a small village. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 11: Purr-fecting Your Wastewater Treatment System
Synopsis: Homeowners can damage their aerobic wastewater treatment systems by improperly using or discarding household items.
Application: Disposing kitty litter in the trash, not putting excess weight over the underground system, and fixing leaky faucets are all simple steps to preserve one’s treatment system. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 12: Testing…1-2-3
Synopsis: Wastewater treatment systems’ performance depends on proper sampling by a maintenance provider.
Application: BioMicrobics details proper sampling procedure in its FAST® systems, along with links state-specific sampling regulations on its Industry Links page. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 13: The Secret Life of Droplets
Synopsis: Stormwater runoff can gather pollutants, sediments and garbage that need to be filtered.
Application: The BioSTORM® can efficiently and consistently remove oils, solids and other pollutants from stormwater. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 14: Fear the FOG
Synopsis: Owners of restaurants and other commercial establishments should ensure they are protecting their plumbing from the buildup of fats, oils and greases.
Application: Mighty Mike® FOGHog® Treatment Tablets are an easy, environmentally safe way of breaking down buildup of fats, oils and grease. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 15: A Troubled Summer…the Deadlines Begin!
Synopsis: A learning opportunity about the simplicity of a wastewater system upgrade project.
Application: Retrofit with a HighStrengthFAST® system with an existing overloaded wastewater system on a school property. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 16: One simple solution
Synopsis: Dairy farmers want a disinfection alternative that is readily available, low-maintenance, effective, and safe for cows.
Application: The Scienco®/FAST SciCHLOR® onsite sodium hypochlorite generator can create sodium hypochlorite solutions of various concentrations suitable and safe for dairy farming, and can function automatically. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 17: Out of sight, top of mind
Synopsis: Trickling filter systems sometimes bring high maintenance, high energy bills, and a mess in homeowners’ yards.
Application: The SeptiTech® STAAR® trickling filter system needs less maintenance, has a smart control panel to reduce electricity costs, and installs underground. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 18: And Then the Rains Started
Synopsis: Stormwater runoff can flood impervious surfaces and increase water pollution instead of returning to the ground to replenish aquifers.
Application: The D-Rain Joint® exterior, linear filter drain is a low-cost, durable, ADA-compliant, and low-maintenance way to divert and filter rainwater that accumulates on impervious surfaces. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 19: Thirsty for Solutions
Synopsis: Developers can struggle to build homes that balance efficient water use with a comfortable way of life, especially in areas without much water.
Application: The BioBarrier® Membrane Bioreactor is a proven water reuse technology that treats both greywater and blackwater to a high enough quality for nonpotable household uses. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 20: The Best View in the Bay
Synopsis: Inheriting an entire holding property to be developed in a floating community and accordance with establish standards for wastewater treatment to preserve and protect the sanctity of marine life and water quality of Imago Bay.
Application: The MarineFAST® adheres to the establish standards for wastewater treatment that could be implemented for floating homes and ultimately be adopted all along the offshore and coastal properties. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 21: Does Your Whale System Make You Bellow?
Synopsis: Systems that dilute wastewater before depositing it into the ocean will deposit concentrated wastewater when they fail – violating environmental regulations.
Application: The MarineFAST® treats, rather than dilutes, wastewater, and operates without needing to release wastewater into the ocean. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 22: Bed & Breakfast & BioBarrier®
Synopsis: The size of a drain field for a property not connected to a sewer depends on the quality of water being dispersed into it.
Application: The BioBarrier® membrane bioreactor’s ability to treat wastewater to a nearly potable standard diminishes the minimum necessary drain field size, ideal for properties with smaller lots. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 23: By the sea, by the sea, by the “MIGHTY”, mighty sea.
Synopsis: What products should owners use with onsite wastewater treatment systems? Aerobe explains.
Application: The line of environmentally-friendly, biodegradable Mighty Mike® maintenance products will help keep the environment clean, pipes flowing, and odor under control. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 24: A Cruise Ship’s Best friend
Synopsis: Not all messes can (or should) be cleaned with potentially hazardous chemicals and caustic, harsh products. Introducing ‘eco’!
Application: Mighty Mike® non-toxic cleaners are the solution in situations that can’t be cleaned with hazardous chemical. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 25: New Dog, New Tricks
Synopsis: A dog’s sensitive nose can detect water leaks!
Application: Detecting failing systems and water leaks can be costly, potential health hazard, and generally goes unaddressed – until it becomes a major, expensive problem. [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 26: Tiny Victories
Synopsis: RetroFITT®-ee systems are ideal for small lots, tiny homes, and usage of alternative energy sources, such as solar.
Application: Featuring RetroFITT®-ee 0.15 & d-Rain Joint® [Read more]
S.O.S.-Save Our Septic® Volume 27: A Community Recovers Its True Nature
Synopsis: Recover® system captures the greywater instead of leaving the home or building, applies filtration and adds a small amount of chlorine for disinfection.
Application: Featuring Recover® Greywater Treatment System [Read more]
