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IS 10595:1983 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for requirements for power-driven bucket-type sewer cleaning machine. This standard lays down the requirements for materials, construction, main components, and performance of power-driven, bucket-type machines used for cleaning underground sewers. It covers the engine, chassis, winch assembly, buckets, and essential safety features for procurement and manufacturing purposes.
Requirements for power-driven bucket-type sewer cleaning machine
! This code is primarily used for specifying and procuring new sewer cleaning machines by municipal corporations and public health departments.
! The standard focuses on the machine's construction and performance, not its operational procedure in the field.
! Verify that the machine's capacity (winch pull, bucket size) is suitable for the specific sewer diameters and expected debris load of the target network.
Frequently referenced clauses
Cl. 3Materials
Cl. 4Main Components
Cl. 4.3Winch and Rope Drum Assembly
Cl. 5Performance Requirements
Cl. 7Safety Requirements
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International Equivalents
Similar International Standards
EN 14654-1:2009+A1:2011CEN (European Committee for Standardization), Europe
MediumCurrent
Drain and sewer cleaning machines - Part 1: General safety requirements
Covers general safety for all modern sewer cleaning machines, but not the specific bucket-type technology.
EN 14654-2:2019CEN (European Committee for Standardization), Europe
LowCurrent
Drain and sewer cleaning machines - Part 2: High pressure water jetting machines
Specifies requirements for high-pressure water jetting machines, a different cleaning method from the mechanical bucket-type.
ASME B30.7-2021ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers), USA
LowCurrent
Winches
Covers the winch component only, not the entire integrated sewer cleaning machine.
WJTA-IMCA Recommended Practices for the Use of High-Pressure Waterjetting EquipmentWJTA-IMCA (WaterJet Technology Association), USA
LowCurrent
Recommended Practices for the Use of High-Pressure Waterjetting Equipment
A safety and operational guide for water jetting, a different technology, rather than a machine construction standard.
Key Differences
≠The IS code is specific to outdated mechanical 'bucket-type' machines, whereas modern international standards like EN 14654 focus on high-pressure water jetting and vacuum suction technologies.
≠IS 10595 has very basic safety requirements (e.g., 'suitably guarded'). EN 14654-1 mandates comprehensive safety measures, including specific emergency stop requirements (ISO 13850), noise emission limits, risk assessment procedures, and fail-safe control systems.
≠The Indian standard specifies material grades (e.g., steel conforming to IS 2062), while modern European standards are performance-based, requiring the manufacturer to ensure structural integrity through calculation and testing without mandating specific materials.
≠Modern international standards include detailed ergonomic requirements for control placement, actuation forces, and standardized symbols (ISO 7000), which are not addressed in IS 10595.
Key Similarities
≈Both the IS code and international standards share the fundamental purpose of defining requirements for equipment designed to remove debris and obstructions from sewers.
≈Both standards emphasize the need for robust structural integrity to withstand operational loads, requiring the use of suitable materials and sound construction principles.
≈Both mandate the provision of a prime mover (engine) with adequate power to perform the machine's rated functions safely and effectively.
≈At a basic level, both standards require the protection of operators from moving parts. IS 10595 requires guards, which is a foundational principle expanded upon in detail by modern standards like EN 14654-1.
Parameter Comparison
Parameter
IS Value
International
Source
Cleaning Technology
Mechanical dredging with buckets on a continuous chain.
High-pressure water jetting and/or vacuum suction.
EN 14654-2:2019
Bucket Capacity
0.04, 0.08, or 0.12 cubic metres
Not Applicable (technology does not use buckets; debris is collected in a tank).
EN 14654-2:2019
Pulling Rope Min. Breaking Load (for 0.08 m³ bucket)
75 kN
Not Applicable (parameter relates to hose pressure and tensile strength, not a pulling rope for buckets).
EN 14654-2:2019
Engine Power (Typical for heavy duty)
25 to 30 kW
Typically >150 kW to power high-pressure pumps and vacuum blowers.
General industry knowledge for machines under EN 14654-2
Noise Level Control
Not specified in the standard.
Mandatory measurement and declaration of sound power level as per EN ISO 3744. Limits often set by directives like 2000/14/EC.
EN 14654-1:2009+A1:2011
Emergency Stop
Not specified.
Mandatory; must conform to ISO 13850, be readily accessible, and bring the machine to a safe stop.
EN 14654-1:2009+A1:2011
Control Levers
Shall be conveniently located for easy operation.
Must meet detailed ergonomic principles, including maximum actuation force limits and use of standardized symbols (ISO 7000).
EN 14654-1:2009+A1:2011
⚠ Verify details from original standards before use
What are the key components specified by this standard?+
The main components specified are the chassis, power unit (engine), winch and rope drum assembly, and the cleaning buckets (Clause 4).
What material is specified for the cleaning buckets?+
Buckets are to be fabricated from steel sheets conforming to IS 2062, with a minimum thickness of 3.15 mm (Clause 4.5.1).
Does this code cover safety aspects?+
Yes, Clause 7 outlines safety requirements, including the provision of guards for moving parts, a suitable braking system for the winch, and overall machine stability.
What is the minimum required engine power?+
The machine must be fitted with an engine of at least 15 kW (Clause 4.2.1).