Waste disposal at the cutting edge

How do bioreactors in train toilets work? The wastewater is clarified in the bioreactor in 3 stages. In the first stage, the solids are separated from the wastewater. In the second process, the wastewater is treated and purified in the same way as in a sewage treatment plant using microorganisms with the addition of oxygen. In the final step, the remaining liquid is thermally sterilized and discharged onto the tracks. What does a BioUnit do? The BioUnit is a cleaning and maintenance system. The solids or the filter cake are removed by using high pressure water, rinsing and suction. It also enables mixing, descaling and neutralization after prolonged use. Additional equipment enables fully automatic control and logging of the cleaning process. 02 | 03 Einführung 02 | 03 Introduction Smart wastewater disposal from bioreactor toilets A plus for the environment The increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly technologies has produced numerous innovations in recent years. One remarkable development is the integration of bioreactors in the disposal of train toilets. This technology not only offers an efficient way of wastewater disposal, but also contributes to the reduction of environmental pollution. What are bioreactors? Protec‘s bioreactors collect wastewater from train toilets. They work like sewage treatment plants. The treated wastewater can be discharged onto the tracks. In contrast to conventional wastewater tanks, in which the wastewater is collected, a bioreactor can go 2-6 months without being emptied. Conventional wastewater tanks have to be emptied every 2-4 days.

BioUnit product family overview BioUnit-mobil BioUnit SMA BioUnit MID BioUnit BIG • Supplement to existing disposal systems, • Compact system including suction pump • Compact system including suction pump for cleaning bioreactors • Flexible in use • Space-saving and easy to maneuver • Simple and easy to operate • Flexible in use • Flexible in use • Space-saving and easy to maneuver • Space-saving and easy to maneuver • Simple and easy to operate • Simple and easy to operate • Semi-automatic or fully automatic cleaning • Semi-automatic or fully automatic • Semi-automatic or fully automatic operation cleaning operation cleaning operation BioUnit stationary BioUnit CAB BioUnit TUnit BioUnit SMA • Stationary solution for medium to large • Stationary solution for medium to large • Supplement to existing disposal systems, storage and treatment facilities and workshops storage and treatment facilities and workshops • Designed as a multi-user solution • Designed as a multi-user solution for cleaning bioreactors • Simple and easy to operate • Semi-automatic or fully automatic • Has central systems for wastewater treatment and the necessary supply equipment for operating materials such as cleaning chemicals • Automatic hose retraction cleaning operation • Simple and easy to operate • Semi-automatic or fully automatic cleaning operation

OPTIONS High-pressure water nozzle • Possible without signal cable; from the Pro version included Signal cable to the bioreactor • Possible without signal cable; from the Pro version included • 4-pin, in the Plus version -Fill level • 7-pin, in the Pro version -Level -Data exchange -Valve control Chassis option • Electrically powered hand pallet truck • Further options on request Frost protection • Heating with frost monitor in an insulated housing Signaling device • Acoustic / visual operating states (operation / fault) BioSample adapter • Simplified automated sampling from bioreactor Wastewater tank • with suction lances and overfill protection Acid tank & neutralization tank • with suction lances and overfill protection Remote maintenance options Advantages • Supplement to existing disposal systems, for cleaning bioreactors • Flexible in use • Space-saving and easy to maneuver • Simple and easy to operate • Semi-automatic or fully automatic cleaning operation Basic version Plus WDR In the basic Plus WDR version, the BioUnit SMA is suitable for semi-automatic mechanical cleaning, i.e. suction and rinsing (also with high-pressure water) is carried out via semi-automatic cleaning programs (time & volume controlled). Due to a modular structure it can be extended to fully automatic operation and descaling. Neutralization can be carried out using an external NeutraUnit. Basic version Pro WDR The Pro WDR upgrade to automatic operation takes place via fully automatic cleaning programs that are run under sensor control. In addition, the 10” color touch panel displays information on the complete emptying of the tank and extended blockages at the solid and liquid tank connection. Decalcification Chemical Upgrade WDRC For descaling, both variants can be equipped with a WDRC chemical upgrade. This enables chemical cleaning of the solids tank and the liquid reactor. These components are filled with acid from optional external tanks. The acid circulates and is then extracted again. The systems contain an acid pump with the corresponding piping and a low-drip connection coupling. All components in contact with the media are designed to be resistant to chemicals. A service water supply and a power supply is required at the place of use.

Basic version Plus WDR In the basic Plus WDR version, the BioUnit MID is suitable for semi-automatic mechanical cleaning, i.e. suction and rinsing (also with high-pressure water) is carried out via semi-automatic cleaning programs (time & volume controlled). Due to a modular structure it can be extended to fully automatic operation and descaling. Neutralization can be carried out using an external NeutraUnit. Basic version Pro WDR The Pro WDR upgrade to automatic operation takes place via fully automatic cleaning programs that run under sensor control. In addition, the 10” color touch panel provides information on the complete emptying of the tank and extended blockages at the solid and liquid tank connections. Decalcifi cation Chemical Upgrade WDRC For descaling, both variants can be equipped with a WDRC chemical upgrade. This enables chemical cleaning of the solids tank and the liquid reactor. These components are fi lled with acid from optional external tanks. The acid circulates and is then extracted again. The BioUnit MID contains a stainless steel rotary lobe pump with frequency converter and extended piping and a low-drip connection coupling. All wetted components in contact with the media are designed to be resistant to chemicals. A service water supply and a power supply is required at the place of use. OPTIONS High-pressure water nozzle • Possible without signal cable; from the Pro version included Signal cable to the bioreactor • Possible without signal cable; from the Pro version included • 4-pin, in the Plus version -Fill level • 7-pin, in the Pro version -Level -Data exchange -Valve control Chassis option • Electrically powered hand pallet truck • Further options on request Frost protection • Heating with frost monitor in an insulated housing Signaling device • Acoustic / visual operating states (operation / fault) BioSample adapter • Simplifi ed automated sampling from bioreactor Wastewater tank • with suction lances and overfi ll protection Acid tank & neutralization tank • with suction lances and overfi ll protection Remote maintenance options Advantages • Compact system including suction pump • Flexible in use • Space-saving and easy to maneuver • Simple and easy to operate • Semi-automatic or fully automatic cleaning mode

Basic version Plus WDR In the basic Plus WDR version, the BioUnit BIG is suitable for semi-automatic mechanical cleaning, i.e. suction and rinsing (also with high-pressure water) is carried out via semi-automatic cleaning programs (time & volume controlled). Due to a modular structure it can be extended to fully automatic operation and descaling. A neutralization can be carried out using an external NeutraUnit. Basic version Pro WDR The Pro WDR upgrade to automatic operation takes place via fully automatic cleaning programs that run under sensor control. In addition, the color touch panel provides information on the complete emptying of the tank and extended blockages at the solid and liquid tank connection. Descaling chemical upgrade WDRC For descaling, both variants can be equipped with a chemical upgrade WDRC for descaling. This enables chemical cleaning of the solids tank and the liquid reactor. The built-in GRP tank is divided into two parts, to store the 3% acid mixture and reuse it several times. During decalcification the acid is circulated in the bioreactor and sucked back into the acid tank. The systems contain a stainless steel rotary lobe pump with frequency converter and extended piping. All components in contact with the media are designed to be resistant to chemicals. The BioUnit BIG offers the option of testing the quality of the cleaning with a so-called P-tester and to document the result of the cleaning process. In addition, the BioUnit BIG also offers the option of automatically neutralize the acidic wastewater, so that it can be discharged directly into the sewer system. A process water supply and a power supply at the place of use is required. OPTIONS High-pressure water nozzle • Possible without signal cable; from the Pro version included Signal cable to the bioreactor • Possible without signal cable; from the Pro version included • 4-pin, in the Plus version -Fill level • 7-pin, in the Pro version -Level -Data exchange -Valve control Chassis option • Without chassis, e.g. for installation on electric platform platform truck, trailer • With electric platform truck (hand-guided or self-propelled) • Chassis for towing operation e.g. for electric tractors or forklift truck • Further options on request Frost protection • Heating with frost monitor in an insulated housing P - Tester • For automated blow-through test • including compressor Tank capacity • 2,350 l Signaling device • Acoustic/optical operating states (operation / fault) BioSample adapter • Simplified automated sampling from bioreactor Cable reel • For power cable Hose reel • For water supply hose Remote maintenance options Advantages • Compact system including suction pump • Flexible in use • Space-saving and easy to maneuver • Simple and easy to operate • Semi-automatic or fully automatic cleaning mode

Technical data Interfaces BioUnit SMA BioUnit MID BioUnit BIG Interfaces to bioreactor Supply interfaces 3 m 2“ hose with 3”- Kamlock female part - coupling 3 m 1.5“ hose with 1”- Kamlock female part - coupling 5 m DN 8 high-pressure water hose with M21*1.5 mm coupling 7 m signal cable, coupling according to option 3 m 2“ hose with 3”- Kamlock female part - coupling 3 m 1.5“ hose with 1”- Kamlock female part - coupling 5 m DN 8 high-pressure water hose with M21*1.5 mm coupling 7 m signal cable, coupling according to option CEE plug 32A - 6h 3P + N + PE, 7 kW, 3 ~ 400 V, 50 Hz CEE plug 32A - 6h 3P + N + PE, 11 kW, 3 ~ 400 V, 50 Hz Service water connection with 1” Kamlock male connector 3 bar, 60 l / min Wastewater disposal via Vacuum connection 2” - Kamlock Male part - plug External, constant vacuum -0.5 bar, 5m³ / h required Adapter hose from 2” - Kamlock female part - coupling to 3” - Kamlock male part - plug Service water connection with 1” Kamlock male connector 3 bar, 60 l / min Wastewater disposal via pressure connection 2” Kamlock male part Connector external tank or sewer required Adapter hose from 2” - Kamlock female part - coupling to 3” - Kamlock male part - plug 5.5 m 2“ hose with 3”- Kamlock female part - coupling 5.5 m 1.5“ hose with 1”- Kamlock female part - coupling 10 m DN 8 high-pressure water hose with M21*1.5 mm coupling 10 m signal cable, coupling according to option 20 m 5*6 mm² with CEE plug 32A - 6h 3P + N + PE, 13 kW, 3 ~ 400 V, 50 Hz 20 m supply hose ¾“ with Geka coupling KA40, 3 bar, 60 l / min For wastewater disposal Access to sewer required Electrical power require- ment / pre-fuse 7 kW 11 kW 13 kW 1,400 mm x 680 mm x 1,500 mm 1,500 mm x 800 mm x 1,500 mm 3,360 mm x 1,450 mm x 2,300 mm Dimensions L x W x H approx. Weight approx. 250 kg Ambient temperatures -20 to +40 °C Ambient conditions Moderate according to C3 (according to DIN EN ISO 12944) Moderate according to C3 (according to DIN EN ISO 12944) Moderate according to C3 (according to DIN EN ISO 12944 350 kg -20 to +40 °C 2,000 kg -20 to +40 °C

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