Harbor Homes Luxury Houseboats Goes Completely Green with New, Proprietary GreenSystem™

Harbor Homes Luxury Houseboats Goes Completely Green with New, Proprietary GreenSystem™

A HARBOR HOMES™ EXCLUSIVE

Harbor Homes™ (http://www.bayacht.com/houseboats.htm), the nation’s largest manufacturer of non-propulsioned houseboats (and now, a builder of self-propelled houseboats), has pioneered a new technology called GreenSystem™, which portends to be one of the most exciting developments for environmentally sound marine craft, as well as our luxury houseboats.

This revolutionary grey water recycling system eliminates ALL need for pump out when combined with the upgraded toilets Harbor Homes™ will feature beginning with the current 2009 model year.

THE BALANCING ACT OF GOING GREEN

Many marinas and boat owners have come under fire by environmentalists concerned about the pollutive effects of the marine industry. As a partner to our nationwide marina dealer network, Harbor Homes™ took the lead and solved the most vital issues at the core of floating houseboat communities, and the municipalities that regulate them.

By halting accidental discharge and eliminating the need for septic pump-outs, drain fields, or lines to land-based septic systems, Harbor Homes™ has actually removed one of the major obstacles towards establishing more environmentally sensible floating communities. Whether for vacation use or year round accommodation, our newest houseboat models have completely redesigned the wastewater treatment and elimination process.

ELIMINATING PUMP-OUTS ON HOUSEBOATS
The upgraded houseboat toilets being installed are an existing technology which have been in use in remote areas like Alaska, remote camps and other places where constant running water and septic removal are not possible. The toilets we are integrating into our luxury houseboat models simply compost or incinerate what was formerly the black water from the boat. There is no pump-out or dumping since the material is either collected and compacted dry or completely destroyed inside the unit itself.

THE NEW GreenSystem™!

The proprietary GreenSystem™ (patent pending) - onboard grey water recycling plant - will appeal not only to houseboat owners but all mariners. This Harbor Homes™ exclusive method places a mini wastewater treatment plant inside every individual houseboat. It recycles the grey water and completely removes all sediments, chemicals, oils, soaps, chlorine, particulate, and even treats the water so that virus/bacteria are destroyed prior to re-release into the internal onboard grey water system. With an optional upgrade for reverse osmosis the integrated GreenSystem™ can even produce drinking water! (Grey water filter, pictured, has been greatly expanded on and has a minimum 3 stage filtration system--now optional on all of our houseboats.)

When there is extra treated water to be released into a waterway, because the internal system is at capacity, it is as clean as drinkable tap water.

Harbor Homes™ is already in the process of getting the testing certification completed so they can provide the completely environmentally sound systems inside every new custom manufactured houseboat they build.

The GreenSystem™ combined with the upgraded toilets has succeeded in eliminating the smell, contents and environmental impact of all the water used aboard our luxury houseboats. Marinas and authorities in charge of waterways do not have to worry about discharge from our houseboats as they do with other marine craft.

HOW IT WORKS

The GreenSystem™ is an integral part of the internal houseboat plumbing system. Every time grey water enters the recycler several processes take place.

First. the water passes through a grease, oil and soap filter where most of these materials are removed. Next, the water is purified through a series of step-down micron filters. These replaceable, easy to maintain filters (removed every six months) catch most of the particulate and prepare the water for a chamber where the separation of the remaining oils and heavier materials occurs.

The water flows into the special three chamber interceptor where the lighter remaining grease and oils are trapped at the top of the chamber. Any dissolved fats that make it through are removed with another filter. A second set of filters are used to remove even smaller particles from 5 microns then down to.5 microns with a charcoal filter.

Finally, the water is exposed to ultraviolet light in an encased transfer pipe which allows destruction of bacteria or viruses in the flow.

The water is now clean enough for use in the internal home grey water system holding tank.

TO PURIFY TO DRINKING WATER STANDARDS

As an option, the clearer water in the standard GreenSystem™ can be processed in an additional chamber where it undergoes a complete reverse osmosis purification. To maintain a higher flow rate Harbor Homes™ GreenSystem™ recommends a larger unit.

Similar to what soft drink bottlers use today, the GreenSystem™ with the additional reverse osmosis process turns the water from grey to clear in a matter of several steps.

The water is thoroughly clean and ready for re-release back into the internal holding tank. The resulting water is 99.99% clear according to preliminary test results and UV system manufacturer claims.

FULFILLING YOUR WATER RECYCLING NEEDS

The GreenSystem™ operates at a capacity of 23 gallons per minute and fits in a compact area inside the main hull of just 20 inches wide by 21.5 inches deep by 10 feet long - small enough to fit below deck with easy an access panel for consumers.

Since the system is encased and has no user serviceable parts, the only maintenance performed by the owner is the replacement of common filters.

HOW THE TOILETS WORK

The toilet technology has been around for many years and we are recommending particular brands that use a limited water intake and operate as traditional toilets but remove the need for large wastewater holding tanks.

The composting toilet flushes to a composting tank several feet away and uses as little as 0.2 liters of water per flush. The incinerating toilet version needs no septic tank at all and no special chemicals. It is ideal for houseboats and produces only a fine, sterile ash. A multi-toilet incineration system, for example, can fit in an area of only 28 inches tall, by 19 inches wide and 18 inches deep. The style we chose can incinerate 5 gallons of waste per hour.

Either toilet system supplemented by the GreenSystem™ will completely change water use and waste disposal onboard.

UPGRADES FOR THE FUTURE

Harbor Homes™ is proud to offer our unique GreenSystem™ to all buyers. When combined with other recommended upgrades, such as the composting or incinerating toilets, and low-flow shower and toilet water restrictors, we believe these will greatly enhance the appeal of our products over similar houseboats and other marine craft.

Harbor Homes™ is dedicated to creating the most environmentally sound and advanced system for the average owner. You never have to worry about reaching pump-out capacity, negotiating for services, or waiting around to get your houseboat clear. You also don’t have to worry about the effect you have on the waterway you love.

With less odor, less chance for accidental discharge and ease of maintenance, Harbor Homes™ sees the GreenSystem™ as the wave of the future for all marine craft. As our system becomes the standard for houseboats we will also be creating other GreenSystem™ models for a variety of applications, both marine and land-based.

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