HumeFilter® UPT
Universal Pollutant Treatment for Stormwater Infrastructure
HumeFilter® UPT is an advanced multi-stage stormwater treatment system designed to remove sediments, hydrocarbons and dissolved pollutants while delivering long-term, maintainable performance within standard drainage networks.
Engineered as an off-line treatment device, HumeFilter® UPT combines structural precast durability with high-performance filtration media to achieve consistent water quality outcomes in urban and infrastructure environments.
How HumeFilter® UPT Works
HumeFilter® UPT is a cylindrical precast concrete chamber incorporating:
- A 500mm deep sump for sediment and debris capture
- A stainless steel structural insert for hydraulic control
- A multi-stage filtration system including: Perforated stainless steel screen; Granulated Activated Carbon (GAC) media; Pleated cartridge polishing filter
- Stormwater enters the chamber, heavy sediments settle into the sump, and water passes through the multi-stage filter system under controlled hydraulic head before discharge.
The system is designed to operate at approximately 34% of its hydraulic capacity, providing built-in redundancy to accommodate partial blockage over time. Internal bypass capability provides additional operational security in extreme conditions.
The cylindrical format allows flexible inlet and outlet pipe alignment to suit site geometry.
HumeFilter® UPT3000 installation for a Victorian LGA, delivering triple-stage stormwater filtration in a space-constrained urban environment with modified low-invert design.
Engineered for Durability and Maintainability
Unlike many proprietary cartridge systems, HumeFilter® UPT is designed for straightforward inspection, servicing and lifecycle cost control.
- Surface-access inspection via central access lid
- Maintenance performed using standard vacuum truck equipment
- No routine confined space entry required
- Replaceable and refurbishable filter components
- Non-proprietary GAC and cartridge media
Field analysis after nearly five years of continuous service demonstrated retained hydraulic performance and remaining GAC adsorption capacity when maintained correctly. This supports predictable lifecycle performance and cost transparency for asset owners.
UPT3000 during installation, achieving high-performance pollutant removal with minimal site disruption.
Typical Applications
Designed for Long-Term Asset Performance
With structured annual maintenance, GAC media can achieve a useful service life of at least five years under typical operating conditions. The pleated cartridge filter may remain operational beyond five years depending on site load.
Lifecycle cost modelling (based on actual field maintenance) supports long-term asset planning and budgeting.
