What is F-REG? Innovative Solutions for Sewage Network Management
F-REG offers groundbreaking solutions for the storage and dynamic management of sewage networks, focusing on regulating stormwater and wastewater to reduce urban flooding and prevent the discharge of thousands of cubic meters of untreated wastewater into natural environments. Imagine turning your existing wastewater and stormwater collection systems into smart flow regulators—using the volumes within pipelines as temporary storage zones to stop overflows and frequent flooding. This approach not only tackles urban flooding but also fights pollutant discharges, protecting ecosystems in a way that’s both clever and efficient.
Main Benefits of F-REG’s Autonomous Hydrodynamic Valves
These valves are at the heart of F-REG’s innovation, enabling communities to manage water flow like never before. Here are some key figures and facts that highlight their impact:
- 10 years of expertise backing the technology
- 4 years dedicated to Research and Development
- 3 patents and 1 Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) certification
- First movers in the concept of network storage
- A passionate team of 20 employees driving innovation and environmental care
Revolutionizing Urban Water Management: Beyond Retention Basins
Traditionally, the sanitation sector has relied heavily on retention basins to store water volumes—costly, time-consuming, and land-hungry solutions. But F-REG flips the script with its disruptive network storage concept. Instead of building new basins, their valves add a new function to existing sewer networks by storing water directly inside pipelines. This means communities can regulate water flow and combat pollution more effectively, without the hefty price tag or land requirements of traditional methods.
Advantages of Network Storage with F-REG
Choosing network storage isn’t just smart—it’s practical and sustainable. Here’s why:
- Valorizes existing infrastructure, making the most of what’s already there
- Optimizes sewage network performance for better flow management
- Reduces pollutant discharges into natural receiving environments
- Offers a less costly and more ecological alternative to retention basins
- Speeds up implementation time, getting results faster
- Ensures compliance with community sanitation regulations (like the decree of July 21, 2015)
Ecological, Economic, Durable, and Compliant: The F-REG Promise
F-REG’s autonomous hydrodynamic valves bring multiple benefits to the table. Ecologically, they slash the carbon footprint related to construction by a factor of 20 compared to building retention basins. They also help reduce pollutant discharges and prevent macro-waste overflow, improving the quality of natural habitats—think healthier fauna, flora, and cleaner swimming areas. Economically, communities can save up to 10 times their investment (excluding land costs) while keeping operating expenses low. Durability is guaranteed thanks to INOX 316L stainless steel, which is both resistant and infinitely recyclable. Plus, these solutions evolve over time and align with sustainable development goals, especially SDG 6. And of course, they help communities stay compliant with legal sanitation requirements.
F-REG’s Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – improving water quality and sanitation infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – reducing urban flooding and pollution
- SDG 13: Climate Action – lowering carbon footprint through eco-friendly solutions
- SDG 15: Life on Land – protecting biodiversity by reducing pollutant discharges
Integration and Adaptation: F-REG on New and Existing Networks
Whether it’s a brand-new development or an existing sewer network, F-REG’s solutions fit right in. For new projects, their valves complement infiltration systems to limit surface flooding and reduce network overload. This combo helps rainwater soak into the soil, preventing water from flooding roadways and compensating for impermeable surfaces. On existing networks, F-REG uses cutting-edge tech like 3D scanning and CAD design to tailor their devices with minimal disruption. The goal? Limit construction work while maximizing efficiency—smart, seamless, and effective.
