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According to [EN14654-1:2005], the description of the drain and sewer system provides an essential base for:

  • An understanding of its characteristics and its structural condition;

  • An analysis of its performance capacity;

  • A review of the available system data.

The review of the existing system data should include all available network data.

(Table: Content of a sewer database adapted from DWA-M 145)
The review of the existing system data should include all available network data. According to [DIN EN 14654-3], this includes:
a) inventory data
1) type of wastewater (sewage, rainwater, mixed water or special wastewater);
2) properties of the sewer (shape, size, gradient, depth, material, etc.), presence and properties …

Example: The invert gradient of individual lines or line sections can be the first determining factor to the self-cleaning capability and the wall shear stress in a given area of the sewer system.

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Initial sections usually have a gradient of between 3 ‰ and 10 ‰, while sections in the middle network area have a gradient of between 2 ‰ and 3 ‰. In the last sections of the sewers with larger cross-sections (branch collectors, main collectors, etc.), the gradient is chosen to be between 1 ‰ and 2 ‰, or even lower in some cases, depending on the topographical conditions. The table on this page shows the main characteristics of the three sewer network …

In addition, the following aspects should be checked:

Origin of the wastewater (residential areas, commercial areas, large plants, hospital etc.)

Possible damage potential (i.e. consideration of equipment and buildings which requiring greater flood protection, for example)

Local terrain (Backup heights vs. line elevations)

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The analysis of the previous cleaning methods should additionally be based on interviews with the cleaning staff to document the "on-site knowledge".
Information regarding sections requiring frequent cleaning needs to be documented in incident reports and should include the location, frequency, effect and cause of disturbances.

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"Planning is the conceptual anticipation of steps that seem necessary to achieve an objective. In the process, it is taken into consideration by which means the objective is to be achieved, how these means are to be applied and how the achieved results are to be controlled." [Wikipedia]

The quality of the plan is primarily defined by the extent to which the information relevant for planning is up to date. In this particular case, the most essential aspect is the acquisition of additional information regarding changes in the structural condition and deposit situation. For that reason, the planning and implementation of additional inspection measures are integral components of the cleaning plan.

The development of a cleaning plan includes:

Inspection plans are developed based on the "review and description of the drain and sewer system" that has been realised in step 1.

Their purpose is to determine the on-site situation regarding the formation of deposits and the need for planned cleaning measures.

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Visual inspection of a manhole from above

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Visual inspection of …

The visual inspection of the manhole is used to determine the deposit amounts, and to assess the structural condition of the manhole including defective grates, access ladders, and trash traps.

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The oldest and simplest way to get a general overview of the internal condition of a straight section of inaccessible sewer is to directly look inside of it with the help of a mirror and an additional light source. The mirror, held at a 45° at the opening of the pipe, allows for inspection to take place without the need for direct entry into the manhole by personnel. Additional lighting shun into the pipe section, either at the next manhole or directly …

The CCTV camera system consists of a video camera that is attached to the end of a telescopic rod which also has a lamp used for the illumination of the section to be inspected. The telescopic rod can be extended up to a length of 12 m. Through the use its optical zoom and additional lighting, the camera is capable of identifying problems (such as blockages, roots and debris etc.) up to 30 m beyond that of a regular visual inspection.

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Sewer measuring boat

The sewer measuring boat can be used in sewers from DN 700 to DN 2000. It floats on the wastewater and uses sensors to measure the height of the wastewater and the settled deposits in the pipe. The stored sensor data is later processed to obtain a precise determination of the deposit situation within the sewer line. However tough, the sensors do need to be manually re adjusted when the size and shape of the pipe changes. The …

Culvert pressure unit

A special development in the measurement of deposit amounts is the culvert pressure unit. The device uses two pressure sensors connected to an electronic data acquisition system to collect pressure data at two points within the pipe. The data storage unit is located in a watertight plastic capsule that is pulled through the sewer section.

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As shown in the figure, one sensor is located in the capsule …

Following the acquisition of deposit data from the individual sections and manholes, the findings are classified and assessed. Below you can see an example of a three-step model for the classification and assessment of data, which has been developed and applied in several research projects.

Class 1

 Quantity: no to small deposits

(deposit level ca. 0-10% nominal pipe size)

or

 Composition: fine-grained/loose

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Important:

The section with the highest problem level should be decisive for the determination of a cleaning priority. In the process of prioritisation the deposit quantity and its composition can both be used as equal assessment criteria.

Based on the description of the drainage system (technical evaluation) and prioritization of the deposit situation in the drainage system, the blending of the cleaning objectives within the scope of the strategic cleaning planning is made possible.

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The results show a prioritisation and area ranking which in addition to a technical assessment of the deposits also include environmentally related, operational, hydraulic, economic and other strategic aspects, such as the sensitivity of surrounding structures (hospital, industrial enterprise, etc.).

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The cleaning intervals are set for individual network sections and groups on the basis of

  • Prioritization and area ranking

  • The risk comfort of the network operator.

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The Result is a long term strategic cleaning plan that is continually updated based on new operating experience and information

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It is highly recommended to increase the cleaning intervals only gradually to minimise the impact of any forecasting inaccuracies.

The cleaning measures are carried out based on operative cleaning planning in the form of operational or flushing plans.

These plans include: a priority ranking of the determined cleaning measures, specifying both the cleaning method of choice and associated cleaning devices and tools

  • Cleaning method

  • Associated cleaning devices and tools

  • The procedure specific performance parameters

  • Logistical aspects.

The operational or flushing plan describes when, where and how to clean.

"When" and "where" are mostly based on the strategic cleaning plan.

The "How", i.e. which method and process parameters are to be chosen for cleaning, requires exact knowledge of the local circumstances.

When? Where? How?
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In accordance with DIN EN 14654, the following information is to be taken into consideration:

  • Composition and extent of the deposits and agglomerations to be removed

  • Nominal size, length and depth of the drain or sewer

  • Material of the drain or sewer and its susceptibility towards damage caused in the cleaning process

  • Structural condition of the drain or sewer and its susceptibility towards a change for the worse due to damage caused in the cleaning …

  • Hazard sources (e.g. discharge of industrial sewage)

  • Distance between the shaft or inspection chamber and the most remote spot to be cleaned

  • Limitations in the accessibility of the manhole/shaft constructions or inspection chambers (e.g. traffic situation, surrounding structures, etc.)

  • Limitations in the accessibility of the manhole/shaft constructions or inspection chambers with respect to structural conditions (nominal size, etc.)

  • Necessity …

  • Possibility of access via the shaft or inspection chamber to the most remote spot to be cleaned through a section that is straight, curved, or equipped with fittings

  • Possibility of sewage retention and overflow or limitations due to short-term backed-up sewage

  • Environmental criteria, such as noise, odours, etc.

[ [EN14654-1:2005]]