Canadian Shield Consultants carry a complete line of decentralized wastewater treatment products and systems. The filter container, septic tank adapter, access risers and lid are all compatible, lightweight and easy to handle.
Canadian Shield Consultants carry a complete line of decentralized wastewater treatment products and systems. The filter container, septic tank adapter, access risers and lid are all compatible, lightweight and easy to handle.
TLF-240 Filter Container
The TLF-240 Filter Container is especially designed to hold the EFT-080 Effluent Filter of 190 mm (7.5″) to allow safe, easy access for filter inspection and maintenance. It is also designed to serve as a sampling chamber or an acces hole. The TLF-240 should be installed as close to the septic tank as possible so that heat from the tank helps prevent freezing.
Advantages
- Suited for all types of installation
- Four flat surfaces for easy pipe connection;
- Can be used as a sampling chamber and access hole
- Easy installation and access
- Watertight
Features
- Polyethylene construction
- Standard height of 1015 mm (40″) and diameter of 680 mm (26.75″)
- Capacity of 200 L (53 gal US, 44 Imp.gal./d)
- One-piece design.
TAD-240 Septic Tank Adapter
The TAD-240 Septic Tank Adapter allows access to existing septic tanks. Its unique design retrofits all residential septic tanks currently on the market.
Advantages
- Compatible with all septic tanks;
- Allows access to septic tanks.
Features
- Polyethylene construction
- 530 mm (21″) opening
- LID-240 Access Lid
- Easy to install
- Blends nicely with the landscape.
PSR-060 & PSR-140 Risers
The PSR-060 and PSR-140 Risers are designed for the TAD-240 but are also compatible with the TLF-240 Filter Container and the PSA-240 Pumping Station and come in heights of 150 mm to 700 mm (6″ to 28″). The PSR-060 can also be used as an access opening for septic tanks, in which case it is cast in concrete tanks during manufacturing. The LID-240 Access Lid fits all the above components (TLF-240 Filter Container, PSR-060/140 Risers, TAD-240 Adapter and PSA-240 Pumping Station). It is lightweight, secure and easy to handle.
Advantages
- Easy to install
- Corrosion-resistant
PSR-060 Features
- Height of 152 mm (6″)
- Serves also as a septic tank adapter (cast in concrete tank)
PSR-140 Features
- Height of 356 mm (14″)
💧 Septic Tank Accessories for Wastewater Systems – Canadian Shield Consultants, Ontario, Canada
Septic tank accessories, such as effluent filters, risers, pumps, alarms, and baffles, enhance the functionality, maintenance, and longevity of septic systems. They improve effluent quality, prevent clogs, simplify inspections, and ensure compliance with OBC Part 8 and MECP regulations.15 Canadian Shield Consultants recommends these for Ontario’s rocky terrains and cold climates, protecting the Canadian Shield’s ecosystems while extending system life by up to 30%.
Effluent Filters: Screen solids to protect drainfields (e.g., 4″ Polylok filters for 500-10,000 L tanks).
Risers and Lids: Provide easy tank access for inspections, meeting OBC requirements.
Pumps: Submersible models (e.g., PSA-240) for pressurized dosing in sloped sites.
Alarms: High-water alerts to prevent overflows, mandatory for pumped systems per MECP.
Baffles: Direct flow to reduce turbulence, enhancing solids separation.35 Customized for residential homes, cottages, mining camps, and First Nations communities, our accessories integrate with EZflow and Ecoflo® systems for Northern Ontario’s unique needs.
Accessories reduce maintenance costs by 20-40% by preventing drainfield clogs and extending tank life (20-50 years).26 Effluent filters improve wastewater quality (reducing TSS/CBOD5), risers save excavation costs, and alarms ensure early issue detection, avoiding fines up to $10,000 under the Environmental Protection Act.17 Canadian Shield Consultants ensures eco-friendly performance, minimizing groundwater contamination in sensitive Canadian Shield areas.
Accessories align with OBC Part 8 and MECP guidelines, ensuring proper setbacks (e.g., 15 m from water bodies), effluent quality (TSS <10 mg/L), and inspection access.17 Alarms and filters support mandatory reporting under O. Reg. 675/98, while risers meet flood-proofing standards (25-year event accessibility).36 Canadian Shield Consultants designs systems to avoid environmental orders and ensure Clean Water Act compliance.
Yes, filters reduce solids discharge by up to 70%, protecting waterways, while pumps optimize dosing to prevent soil saturation.15 Made from durable, non-corrosive polyethylene or PVC, they resist Ontario’s freeze-thaw cycles and don’t leach pollutants. Canadian Shield Consultants prioritizes sustainable accessories, supporting eco-conscious wastewater management for First Nations lands and sensitive Canadian Shield regions.
Effluent Filters: CSA-approved, 4-6″ inlets, handle 500-10,000 L/day flows.
Risers: 24-30″ diameter, stackable polyethylene, watertight seals per OBC.
Pumps: 1-4 psi, 240-1000 L capacity, freeze-resistant for -40°C winters.
Alarms: Audible/visual, battery-backed, IP65-rated for outdoor use.
Baffles: PVC, retrofit-compatible, designed for high-flow stability. All meet OOWA and CSA standards, ensuring 20+ years of durability in buried installations.
Installation includes site assessments, soil percolation tests, and ECA approvals, followed by retrofitting or integrating accessories during tank setup. Filters and baffles are placed at outlets, risers secured above tanks, and pumps/alarms wired to meet OBC electrical codes. Canadian Shield Consultants completes turn-key installations in 1-3 days, using helicopter access for remote Northern Ontario sites, ensuring minimal disruption and MECP compliance.
Accessories last 15-30 years with proper care. Filters need cleaning every 6-12 months, risers require visual checks, and pumps/alarms need annual testing to prevent freezing in Ontario winters. Canadian Shield Consultants offers maintenance contracts, including OOWA-certified inspections every 3-5 years, ensuring long-term reliability and avoiding costly repairs ($2,000-$5,000 per failure).
Since 1996, Canadian Shield Consultants has installed over 1,000 wastewater systems, holding four pre-approved ECAs for mobile units and full liability insurance. As OOWA members, they deliver tailored solutions for Sudbury, Northern Ontario, and beyond, earning accolades: “Gerry and his crew are our ‘Go To’ for septic excellence.” Their expertise in accessories, EZflow, and pumping stations ensures compliant, sustainable systems.
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Based at 21 King Street West, St. Charles, ON P0M 2W0, we serve all of Ontario, from Sudbury to remote First Nations communities, with MECP-compliant septic accessories tailored to your property.
For top-tier septic tank accessories in Ontario, trust Canadian Shield Consultants—your experts in eco-friendly, regulation-ready wastewater solutions for homes, businesses, and remote sites.
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