Water reclaim ?

[Jeff]

OK, Im sorry to say Im totally ignorant to water reclaim and recovery systems and Im sure others are too! Can you folks describe, show pictures and just basically educate me and others on different types of reclaim/recovery systems, laws etc.

For the most part of my work I dont think I have to reclaim, most of my work is condo buildings and its all absorbed into the ground and doesnt go down drains. But after yesterday looking at 2 parking garages that were totally disgusting with tons of oils, I figure i wouldnt want this crap going to the wrong places enviromentally. Also so I cant figure were I should or how I get rid of the water from these jobs, very few drains and drains probably dont work well also.

What are some inexpensive types of systems to middle of the road and more to reclaim. recover. In my area I know and have heard there is very little inforcement and Im sure I could get away with alot, but I think its time to learn. Can you folks help me & others who know nothing.

Like these parking garages ho do I get the water up and when I get it up where the heck do I put it


Thanks everyone in advance
JL

[One Tough Pressure]

I as well as many others have gone over this quite a bit on this bbs. Before we rehash it all, use the search and read up on what we have already discussed, then base your questions off what you have learned.

[Jeff]

Originally Posted by One Tough Pressure

I as well as many others have gone over this quite a bit on this bbs. Before we rehash it all, use the search and read up on what we have already discussed, then base your questions off what you have learned.

I was afraid you were going to say that LOL

Next time i have a spare day I'll be reading up on it. I need to know the basics now on how to figure for these parking garages im bidding

Thanks, I have my reading glasses on

[Jeff Robison]

Call Pete at Sunbrite. He organized a class in October that got several contractors certified, including myself. He sells all the goodies that can help you be compliant.

I was very nervous before the class, but it really is easy to comply without putting out a fortune.

Pete will head you in the right direction and is always fair on his prices.

Jeff Robison
Titan Exterior
678-360-2518

[bforbis]

I am sure as previously stated their is a lot of info on the website history. There are a couple of units out there, that I found through Cleaner Times Magazine and comparitive research. Industrial vac and recycling/filtration units. Nothing is inexpensive.

McMaster Carr sells oil absorbant socks in 10 ft sections, 5-6" diameter that will help as a damn and are less expensive than purchasing in other areas I have found. In addition, McMaster will have it at your door in 2 days or less.

I have been to MB on many occations and know the area well as the condition of the parking garages. I believe all drains directly to the ocean! I would be very careful about those jobs, you will be in HI_VIS and that is a lot of crap to wash down to the ocean
I use a Vacuboom and a large filtration/pump unit.
Good luck

[Jon]

Jeff just hire me and I will come out of retirement for you, now you will have to spend some money on the equipment I require but it will be top of line stuff so no worry there.

As for classes, no offense to anyone but the main reason they put them on is for you to BUY THEIR STUFF and not a competitors.

Do your research and check around before considering any reclaim system.

Prices start (or did) at around $1000 up.

Depending on system you might need a generator, air compressor, seperate tank for reclaimed and more.

Don't have any pictures anymore.

Alan post some of your reclaim setup.