The Modular Wastewater System (MWS) is a complete sewage treatment plant that can be deployed almost anywhere in only 14 days. It works as a stand-alone modular wastewater treatment system or as a fast way to add capacity to an existing plant. The MWS provides a unique solution to assist with planned maintenance or to provide a fast response solution to excess wastewater. When unforeseen events damage existing infrastructure, it offers a reliable temporary solution until permanent facilities are completed. The treated water output is 99.99% pathogen-free and can be safely discharged into an existing drainage system.
What is a Modular Wastewater System (MWS)?
The MWS is a modular system designed to treat wastewater and sewage on-site. These systems are designed to use low-energy biological treatment technologies to remove contaminants and break down organic matter, destroying dangerous pathogens in the process. Unlike conventional sewage treatment plants that require fixed infrastructure and lengthy construction, the MWS can be configured and deployed quickly wherever it is needed. The treated water can be discharged into an existing drainage system or stored for water reuse in irrigation.
The MWS design is based on:
- Proven methods – The main treatment process is activated sludge aeration, the same biological process used in conventional sewage treatment plants around the world.
- Modular concept – Each treatment step is a separate module: coarse screening, primary sedimentation, aerobic biological treatment, liquid separation, secondary treatment, UV disinfection and sludge treatment. For any one project, some or all of these modules may be required.
- Durable components – High-quality engineering built for consistent performance in tough conditions.
- Remote operation – All parts can be installed without machinery and carried by hand. No local infrastructure or utilities are needed.
- Flexible implementation – The modular system can be set up and reconfigured to suit the specific conditions of a site, with minimal downtime.
- Low power requirement – Typically the energy demand is less than 15kW
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Key benefits of Our Modular Wastewater Treatment System
Rapid Deployment – Modular Wastewater Treatment System Operational in 14 Days
The MWS can be fully installed and operational in as little as 14 days. Conventional sewage treatment plants can take months to plan, permit and build. This makes the MWS the right choice when speed matters – whether that is an emergency, an unplanned infrastructure failure or a fast-moving construction project where you need a reliable wastewater treatment solution quickly.
99.99% Pathogen-Free Effluent – Meets Discharge Standards and Regulatory Requirements
The treated water produced by the MWS is 99.99% pathogen-free. The system uses aerobic digestion, secondary treatment and UV or chlorination disinfection to produce clean effluent that meets discharge standards and regulatory requirements. Water quality is consistently high, making the treated water suitable for safe discharge into an existing drainage system. The treated water can also be stored for water reuse in agricultural irrigation, reducing overall wastewater infrastructure costs.
Treats Up to 1,000m³ of Wastewater Per Day
Current MWS systems can treat wastewater inputs of up to 1,000m³ per day. Storage capacity starts at 300m³ and can be increased by simply adding more modular tanks. This scalable design makes the MWS suitable for everything from small remote sites to large municipal and industrial projects.
Scalable Modular Wastewater Treatment – Expand Capacity Without Disruption
Because the MWS is a modular system, it is fully scalable. You can add treatment capacity at any time by connecting more tanks or modules, without shutting down the existing system. This makes the MWS just as effective as a permanent long-term wastewater treatment plant as it is as a temporary solution.
No Infrastructure Needed – Deploy in Remote Locations
The MWS does not need fixed infrastructure, mains utilities or heavy machinery to install. All parts can be carried and assembled by hand. This makes it deployable in remote locations, developing regions or sites with difficult access, wherever there is a need to treat wastewater safely and efficiently.
Cost-Effective Wastewater Treatment – Typically Less Than 15kW
The MWS typically uses less than 15kW of power. This makes it a cost-effective wastewater treatment solution for sites with a limited power supply. Low energy demand also keeps lifecycle costs low over the full operational period of the system, reducing total cost of ownership compared to conventional sewage treatment plants.
Applications & Sectors
Our modular wastewater treatment system is used to treat wastewater across a wide range of sectors and situations, including:
- Emergency response – fast deployment after infrastructure failure, flooding or natural disaster, providing immediate replacement capacity for damaged sewage treatment plants
- Planned maintenance – temporary wastewater treatment solution while existing treatment works are offline or undergoing upgrades
- Humanitarian and refugee camp operations – safe onsite wastewater treatment for large temporary populations
- Military and defence deployments – compact, modular system for sewage treatment at remote or forward operating bases
- Construction sites and worker camps – on-site treatment where mains sewer connection is not available
- Capacity expansion – quickly add scalable treatment capacity to an existing wastewater treatment plant without civil works
- Remote communities – decentralised wastewater treatment where centralised infrastructure does not exist
- Industrial sites – on-site treatment of industrial wastewater and effluent to meet compliance and discharge standards
Why Choose Butek Tanks for Your Modular Wastewater Treatment System?
With over 60 years of experience as a UK manufacturer, we offer a complete service from initial project scoping through to manufacturing, delivery and full installation. Here’s why clients choose us:
- UK manufacturer since 1965, with over six decades of tank and treatment system expertise
- Fully operational in as little as 14 days – faster than conventional sewage treatment plants and with no civil works required
- Scalable, modular system – expand treatment capacity without disrupting existing operations
- 99.99% pathogen-free treated water, with effluent quality that meets regulatory requirements for safe discharge
- No local infrastructure or utilities required – deployable in remote and off-grid locations
- Cost-effective to install and run – low lifecycle costs compared to building a permanent wastewater treatment plant requirements
- Trained installation teams across the UK, with global deployment capability
- Suitable for both temporary and permanent modular wastewater treatment
MWS Installation: Fully Operational in 7-20 Days
Each MWS can be installed in around 7 to 20 days, depending on the size of the facility. Our trained installation teams are based across the UK and will safely install the system on your site. Our expert Process Engineers will design the right wastewater treatment solution for your site, ensuring the system produces treated water and effluent that meets all compliance and regulatory requirements. Every project is supported end to end, from initial design through to our full installation service.
Frequently Asked Questions
A modular wastewater system is used to treat sewage and wastewater in locations where permanent treatment infrastructure is unavailable, overloaded or undergoing maintenance. These systems are commonly deployed for temporary treatment capacity, remote operations and emergency response situations.
The Butek Tanks Modular Wastewater System (MWS) can typically be installed within 7 to 20 days depending on the size and complexity of the project. Its modular design allows rapid deployment with minimal site infrastructure requirements.
Yes, modular wastewater treatment systems are designed for deployment in remote or challenging environments where local infrastructure may be limited. The MWS can be installed without heavy machinery and operates with relatively low power requirements.
The Modular Wastewater System uses a multi-stage treatment process that may include screening, sedimentation, aerobic digestion, filtration and disinfection. This process removes harmful pathogens and allows treated water to be safely discharged into suitable drainage systems.
Yes, the MWS can operate alongside existing sewage treatment infrastructure to temporarily or permanently increase treatment capacity. This is particularly useful during planned maintenance, infrastructure upgrades or periods of excess wastewater demand.
Modular wastewater treatment systems provide fast installation, scalability, operational flexibility and reduced infrastructure requirements. They are also easier to transport and can be reconfigured or relocated when project requirements change.
The Butek Tanks Modular Wastewater System can process daily wastewater inputs of up to 1000m³ based on typical Western European wastewater composition. System capacity can also be expanded by adding additional modular tanks.
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