National Park Truck & Equipment Washdown | Better oil water separation for better environmental outcomes 3rd June 2014 | degreaser, oil water separation, quick break degreaser National park rangers and maintenance staff based in Nowra, NSW faced some significant wastewater challenges at one of their vehicle and equipment wash bays. By changing their cleaning and degreasing products, park managers were able to stop the release of oily waste into the environment, reduce water usage and eliminate toxic chemicals altogether. The Situation The Nowra truck and equipment wash bay utilised traditional vehicle cleaners and degreasers which form a strong emulsion in wastewater run-off. This wastewater was collected in open ponds, allowed to settle, and then released into the surrounding environment.

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