As populations grow and weather patterns shift, finding sustainable water sources is crucial. A clever solution lies simply in catching the rain that falls. Supreme Industries, a major Indian manufacturer of plastic pipes and fittings, has developed new rainwater filtering systems to improve water saving efforts.
Gathering rainwater for reuse preserves water in aquifers and rivers. Supreme’s practical rainwater harvesting tools use cutting-edge innovation to address the world’s water needs.
Understanding Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater harvesting refers to capturing and storing rainwater for productive use before it flows as runoff. The harvested rainwater can be utilised for domestic and commercial purposes or recharged into the ground. Rainwater harvesting is crucial because it:
- Reduces water bills and dependency on municipal sources
- Replenishes groundwater levels through artificial recharge
- Reduces soil erosion and flooding in urban areas
- Provides self-sufficiency in water
Components of Rainwater Harvesting System
A rainwater harvesting system consists of the following components:
- Catchment Area: Surface where rainfall is collected (rooftop, paved area)
- Conveyance: Channels like pipes and gutters that transport water
- Rainwater Filter: Further filters out silt and suspended particles
- Storage Tank: Stores filtered rainwater underground or overground
- Recharge System: Allows storing or recharging borewells, pits, etc.
Rainwater harvesting filter are crucial to remove contaminants before groundwater recharge. Supreme offers specially designed rainwater filters for efficient filtration.
Innovations by Supreme
Supreme has introduced “Aquasource Smart Rainwater Filters” for large harvesting projects. These next-generation filters, developed in collaboration with filtration experts, use food-grade polyethylene and are specially designed to consider aspects like structural strength, hydraulics, durability, and ease of installation.
The key highlights of Supreme’s filters include:
- Scientifically designed, tested filtration system
- Successful implementation in residential and commercial projects
- Pre-fabricated unit for quick installation
- 100% Watertight
- Lightweight and Durable with 50 year lifespan
- Microbe-free – Resistant to the growth of fungi, bacteria, and other microbes for hygienic water
- Suitable for underground installation
- Cost-effective solution
- Available in multiple sizes- 600, 800, 1000, and 1200 mm
By effectively eliminating silt, leaves and other particulates, Supreme’s filters prevent clogging of recharge well systems and groundwater contamination. Their versatile design allows easy integration with other rainwater harvesting components viz – These filters are supplied with the necessary piping arrangements eg. roof gutter systems for rainwater collection and the option to install an ultrasonic water flow meter, facilitating the conveyance of filtered water for groundwater recharge through various means like recharge pits, dug wells, defunct borewells, open wells, or borewells.
Benefits of Rainwater Harvesting Solutions
Rainwater harvesting solutions offer multifaceted environmental, economic and social benefits, including:
1. Environmental Gains
- Improves groundwater levels
- Reduces soil erosion and flooding
- Enhances water conservation
2. Economic Advantages
- Reduces water bills by 50-100%
- Low operational and maintenance costs
3. Community Impact
- Promotes water security for all
- Drives adoption of water sustainability practices
- Inspires climate-friendly development
With increasing threats around water scarcity, adopting sustainability practices like rainwater harvesting is the need of the hour. Supreme’s innovative rain water harvesting filtration technology and solutions demonstrate how we can apply innovation to overcome pressing ecological challenges. By enabling businesses and communities to leverage rainwater harvesting, Supreme’s Rain water harvesting filters represent a step towards building climate resilience and securing our water future.
