SANIFLO Provides Solution for Outbuilding Construction Challenge
News 03/23/2023
When the owner of a property in the Durban, Kwazulu-Natal province decided to construct an outbuilding in their back garden to accommodate their parents, they faced a challenge when it came to connecting the new amenities to the existing sewer line. Due to the position of the outbuilding, which was slightly downhill in relation to the main building, there was no gravity fall to the sewer line that served the main building.
The owner sought a solution to this problem and was referred to SANIFLO through a local plumbing merchant. SANIFLO is a manufacturing company that specialises in producing innovative plumbing solutions for properties where traditional plumbing isn't possible or practical.
The Challenge
Connecting the Outbuilding's Amenities to the Sewer Line
The outbuilding needed a kitchen which included a sink, washing machine and dishwasher the bathroom included a toilet, shower and wash hand basin but connecting these to the existing sewer line proved impossible due to the lack of gravity fall. The owner required a solution that would enable the amenities to function as intended, while also adhering to local building codes and regulations.
The Solution
Installing a SANICUBIC 1 Lifting Station! SANIFLO recommended the installation of a SANICUBIC 1 lifting! station at the side of the outbuilding. The lifting station is designed to convert water and waste into a slurry using a powerful grinding system. The slurry is then pumped up to the existing sewer connection by the main building, enabling the outbuilding's bathroom and kitchen to fully function.
The installation was completed using traditional gravity-fall plumbing, allowing for easy integration with the outbuilding's amenities. The SANICUBIC 1 lifting station was discreetly installed, with minimal disruption to the outbuilding's overall design.
The Result
A fully functional kitchen and bathroom thanks to the installation of the SANICUBIC 1 lifting station, the outbuilding's bathroom and kitchen were able to fully function as intended. The owner's parents were able to move into the outbuilding, and the entire family was able to enjoy the new living space without any issues.
The SANIFLO solution also provided the owner with peace of mind, knowing that the solution was reliable, safe, and compliant with local building codes and regulations.
Conclusion
The installation of a SANICUBIC 1 lifting station provided the perfect solution to a challenging plumbing problem for this property owner. The innovative solution enabled the outbuilding's amenities to fully function, while also adhering to local building codes and regulations. Thanks to SANIFLO's expertise and innovative solutions, the owner was able to create a new living space for their parents without having to compromise on functionality, design and at exorbitant costs.