Comparison of:
EA (Extended Aeration), MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor), and
MBR (Membrane Bioreactor)
EcoSBR (Sequencing Batch Reactor with EcoTec enhancements) is an improved and optimized variant of the traditional SBR technology, tailored to meet the Indian wastewater treatment market's unique needs. Below is a detailed comparison outlining why EcoSBR is a superior choice compared to conventional sewage treatment systems like Extended Aeration (EA), MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor), and MBR (Membrane Bioreactor) in the Indian context:
1. Space and Infrastructure Efficiency
✅ EcoSBR Advantage: Modular, compact design with low land requirements. Ideal for urban or space-constrained sites.
2. Capital and Operating Costs
✅ EcoSBR Advantage: Offers best lifecycle cost efficiency with minimal mechanical wear and tear.
3. Operational Simplicity and Reliability
✅ EcoSBR Advantage: Easy-to-operate system with low operator skill requirement. Ideal for municipalities, private townships, and decentralized setups in India.
4. Treatment Efficiency
✅ EcoSBR Advantage: Flexibility to adapt to nutrient removal standards, making it future-ready for evolving regulations like CPCB 2021 norms.
5. Maintenance and Lifecycle
✅ EcoSBR Advantage: Long service intervals, minimal media handling, and no membrane-related costs.
6. Modularity and Scalability
EcoSBR systems are modular and easily scaled by adding tanks
Ideal for phased developments in India: real estate, SEZs, industries, resorts.
7. Suitability for Indian Conditions
✅ EcoSBR is well-suited for townships and decentralized urban plants that require treated wastewater reuse and recycling.
Why Indian Developers, ULBs & Industries Prefer EcoSBR:
Lower total cost of ownership (TCO)
Ease of compliance with new discharge norms (CPCB 2021, state PCB)
Minimal operator dependency
High treatment reliability even with load/flow fluctuations
White-labelling option for EPC contractors