What is De-pollution?
De-pollution is the draining and removal of all hazardous materials situated in a vehicle before being made ready for re-cycling. The average time to De-pollute each vehicle is approximately 15-20 minutes.
De-Pollution step by step
- The battery is removed for safety reasons.
- The vehicle will be taken to the specialist de-pollution machine to be treated.
- The specialist de-pollution machine is used to drain all hazardous fluids which are situated in the vehicle such as;
Fuel
Engine oil & transmission fluid
Brake fluid
Shock absorber fluid
Power assisted steering fluid
Engine coolant
Windscreen washer fluid |
The oil filters are removed then drained.
The refrigerant is recovered if applicable.
Wheels are removed and separated from tyres.
Hazardous materials will be removed i.e. switches containing mercury.
Any pyrotechnic devices such as seat belt pre-tensioners and air bags are removed or deployed on site.
Once the vehicle has successfully been de-polluted it can then be crushed and made ready for re-cycling. All waste materials from this process are re-used, re-cycled or lawfully disposed of in accordance with Environment Agency requirements and special regulations.
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