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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.
EN 14654-1:2009+A1:2011CEN (European Committee for Standardization), Europe
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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
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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
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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
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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≠The IS code is specific to outdated mechanical 'bucket-type' machines, whereas modern international standards like EN 14654 focus on high-pressure water jetting and vacuum suction technologies.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).