The Solaire Urban Reuse
Pioneering Decentralized MBR in High-Rise Residential Buildings
The Solaire, located in Battery Park City, New York, was the first luxury residential high-rise in the US to integrate an on-site MBR system. The project demonstrated that MBR technology can be safely and effectively operated in a compact, sensitive urban environment.
1. Process Flow Diagram
graph TD
A[Raw Sewage] --> B[Trash Trap / Settling]
B --> C[Equalization Tank]
C --> D[Biological Reactor]
D --> E[Immersed MBR
ZeeWeed 500]
E --> F[Ozone / UV Disinfection]
F --> G[Chlorination]
G --> H[Toilet Flushing / Cooling Tower]
subgraph Basement_Plant [Basement Plant]
B
C
D
E
F
G
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2. Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| System Capacity | 95 m³/day (25,000 GPD) |
| Membrane Brand | Suez (formerly GE Water) |
| Membrane Model | ZeeWeed 500 (Hollow Fiber) |
| Membrane Material | Reinforced PVDF |
| Nominal Pore Size | 0.04 µm |
| Installation Type | Submerged / Immersed |
| Odor Control | Activated Carbon Exhaust System |
| Water Reuse Rate | 100% of treated effluent |
3. Key Operational Insights
Operating a wastewater plant in the basement of a luxury building presented unique challenges in terms of space, noise, and odor control.