Frequently Asked Questions
There are so many bioremediation products out there. What makes Eco Tabs™ so unique?
Some products feature only anaerobic bacteria and enzymes that can cause problems down the line. Some companies use powders or liquids that need to be measured out or constantly added through additional equipment. Other companies use aerobic bacteria to innoculate wastewater, however need to separately add oxygen to support the bacteria.
Eco Tabs™ are a non-toxic timed-release tablet that features aerobic bacteria, oxygen, nutrients, and buffers. When applied, our tablets change the surrounding environment for proper bacteria germination by supersaturating the area with oxygen, neutralising the pH levels, and adding nutrients; all in one application. The patent pending technology has an oxygen delivery system that creates oxygen bubbles 10 times smaller than a machines aerator. These microscopic bubbles make it easier to penetrate grease layers and solids; as well as increase total oxygen surface area. Our product accomplishes all of this in one application and no additional materials or equipment is necessary.
What are the by-products of aerobic and anaerobic bioremediation?
Aerobic bacteria produce Carbon Dioxide (O2) as a by-product while anaerobic bacteria produce Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S), which can produce toxic corrosive gases and liquids like Sulphuric acid.
What is the difference between aerobic bacteria and anaerobic bacteria?
Aerobic bacteria uses oxygen to thrive while anaerobic cannot survive in an environment saturated with oxygen.
What role do the bacteria have in eliminating odours?
Anaerobic decomposition (without) oxygen is a main cause of noxious odours. Anaerobes cause odours by producing Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), a colourless gas that smells like rotten eggs. Aerobic bacteria do not cause these odours since they produce Carbon Dioxide (CO2), a colourless and odourless gas.
How often do I need to use your product and what is the proper dosage for my application?
Eco Tabs™ creates an environment saturated with oxygen so aerobic bacteria can thrive and begin down waste. The surrounding need to have an adequate supply of oxygen for efficient bioremediation. To do so, scheduled application of our Eco Tabs™ is required to keep your system, pond, or tank innoculated. Since Eco Tabs™ is effective in treating a variety of applications and each application has a range in sizes and activity (flow, retention, etc…), there is an established dosage for each respective application; however, specific dosages may need to be determined due to unique cases. Please read dosage directions before applying Eco Tabs™ or contact one of our sales representatives.
Where should I apply the Eco Tabs™?
There is a specific location for each application in which you would want to apply our tablets for optimal innoculation. In general, for a system that utilises flow to move the waste (grease traps, wastewater facilities) you want to position the tablets so the current passes through a plume of oxygen that our tablets create. For an application that retains the waste for future pumping or treatment (portable toilet, manure retention tank) evenly distribute the Eco Tabs™ to insure treatment of the entire tank. Start in the middle of the tank and then distribute the necessary dosage to areas without treatment.
Do I need to take the plastic off the packaging?
No, the plastic is hydro-soluble. Simply add the product directly as it is into the septic tank. Be careful when handling the product with wet hands as the plastic will dissolve and the shock will start falling out of the packet.
Do I need any safety clothing or gear to handle Eco Tabs™?
Eco Tabs™ are non-toxic and non-pathogenic, therefore, no special equipment is needed for dosing. All of the ingredients of an Eco Tab™ are already part of your daily life. (Sodium Bicarbonate, Sugar etc.)
What are the ingredients of Eco Tabs™
Eco Tabs are a highly concentrated mixture of naturally occurring Non-Pathogenic bacteria and Non-Toxic ingredients. This is a truly ecological product that actually works!
Eco Tabs are therefore not harmful to humans, fish, birds, animal or plant life.
Nature Treating Nature.
See the MSDS Data Sheets under the ‘Products’ tab for more info.