When it comes to clearing blocked drains, not all methods are created equal. While traditional plumbing tools, such as drain snakes, can break up a blockage, they cannot always clear the debris completely. This is why you should invest in drain jetting equipment.
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What Is Drain Jetting?
Unlike manual plumbing methods, which aims to “poke” a hole through the blockage, drain jetting utilises high-pressure water jets to completely cut through any obstructions, debris, or buildup inside the drainpipe.
Choosing the Correct Drain Jetting Machine
When selecting your drain jetting machine and nozzles, it is important to consider the following factors:
- The flow rate of your drain jetting unit needs to be high enough to push the hose through the debris in the pipe in order to unclog it.
- The end size of your hose must align with the size of the drain you are trying to unblock.
- Different obstructions (fats, grease, tree roots, and faecal matter) may require you to use different drain jetting nozzles.
Different Types of Drain Jetting Nozzles
Drain jetting nozzles are specialised attachments that sit at the end of your drain jetting hose, which blasts out powerful jets of water to clear debris, tree roots, and faecal matter from drains. Choosing the right drain jetting nozzle is just as important as choosing the right machine.
1. The Unblocking Nozzle
Typically designed with one jetter going forward and three jetters going backwards, the Unblocking Nozzle can remove most types of obstructions found in drainpipes and sewers.
2. The Rotary Nozzle
In contrast, Rotary Nozzles are designed with vertical holes drilled into the nozzle. When water pushes through these holes, it goes into the rivets, making the nozzle spin. This creates a powerful cone of water, which can be used to clean the inside wall of the drainpipe. Rotary Nozzles are commonly used to remove tree roots or excess dirt still in the pipe after it has been unblocked.
While Rotary Nozzles are primarily used in the drain jetting and plumbing industries, they can also be used to clean the tubing of machines in food manufacturing plants.
In summary, while traditional plumbing tools may break up a blockage, they can rarely clean drainpipes completely. However, by pairing the correct drain jetting machine with the right combination of drain jetting nozzles, you will be able to effectively and efficiently clear any drainpipe.
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