Case Studies

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Explore how we've helped organisations across the UK solve their drainage and environmental challenges with professional, reliable solutions.

Cleaning and Servicing of Oil Interceptor Systems

Environmental

Industrial ClientNationwide

Cleaning and Servicing of Oil Interceptor Systems

Oil interceptors are essential in various industries to prevent oil and debris from entering the drainage systems and causing environmental pollution.

Challenge

Oil interceptors require regular maintenance to function effectively. Without proper cleaning and servicing, they can become blocked, leading to oil and debris entering watercourses and causing environmental damage and regulatory non-compliance.

Solution

IRM Group provides comprehensive oil interceptor cleaning and servicing, including complete emptying, cleaning of all chambers, disposal of waste to licensed facilities, inspection and condition reporting, and compliance documentation.

Outcome

Full regulatory compliance achieved, prevention of environmental pollution incidents, extended interceptor lifespan, and documented evidence for environmental audits.

Survey

Commercial PropertyUK

CCTV Survey and GPS Mapping of Drainage System

This project aimed to assess the condition of the drainage system, identify any blockages or damages, and create an accurate map using GPS technology.

Challenge

The client had no accurate records of their underground drainage network, making maintenance planning difficult and leading to unexpected failures and emergency repairs.

Solution

IRM deployed state-of-the-art CCTV survey equipment with GPS positioning to comprehensively map and assess the entire drainage system. Every pipe run was surveyed, condition-graded, and accurately positioned.

Outcome

Complete drainage asset database created with GPS coordinates, condition assessment enabling prioritised maintenance planning, identification of defects before failure, and significant reduction in emergency callouts.

Emergency

Water UtilityNorth Yorkshire

Emergency Intervention at North Yorkshire Pumping Station

The incident involved a malfunctioning pump and a faulty non-return valve. IRM's intervention ensured the quick restoration of the station's functionality, minimising the impact on local services.

Challenge

A critical pumping station experienced sudden failure due to a malfunctioning pump and faulty non-return valve, threatening to cause flooding and service disruption to the local area.

Solution

IRM's 24/7 emergency response team was deployed immediately. The team diagnosed the faults, isolated the affected equipment, implemented temporary pumping measures, and coordinated permanent repairs.

Outcome

Station functionality restored within hours, flooding prevented, minimal disruption to local services, and root cause analysis provided to prevent future occurrences.

Large-Scale Industrial Tankering Operation

Waste Management

Manufacturing PlantWest Midlands

Large-Scale Industrial Tankering Operation

A major manufacturing facility required emergency tankering services following a process spillage, requiring rapid response and specialist waste handling.

Challenge

An industrial process failure resulted in significant liquid waste requiring immediate removal to prevent environmental contamination and production downtime.

Solution

IRM mobilised multiple vacuum tankers and specialist operatives to site within 2 hours. Waste was safely contained, removed, and transported to licensed treatment facilities with full chain of custody documentation.

Outcome

Complete waste removal within 24 hours, zero environmental incidents, full regulatory compliance maintained, and production resumed on schedule.

Confined Space

Infrastructure ProjectMultiple Sites

Confined Space Rescue Standby Services

Providing professional confined space rescue standby services for major infrastructure maintenance works requiring personnel entry into hazardous environments.

Challenge

Complex infrastructure maintenance requiring multiple confined space entries with significant hazards including atmospheric risks, limited egress, and potential for water ingress.

Solution

IRM provided fully equipped confined space rescue teams with 24/7 coverage throughout the project. Teams maintained constant communication, atmospheric monitoring, and immediate rescue capability.

Outcome

200+ safe confined space entries completed, zero incidents or injuries, full compliance with CDM regulations, and project completed on schedule.

Maintenance

Food ManufacturingYorkshire

Industrial Drain Cleaning Programme

Comprehensive drainage maintenance programme for food manufacturing facility requiring specialist cleaning to meet hygiene standards.

Challenge

Food manufacturing processes generate significant grease and organic debris that rapidly accumulates in drainage systems, creating blockage risks and hygiene concerns.

Solution

IRM implemented a scheduled high-pressure water jetting programme with specialist grease-cutting equipment. Regular inspections and proactive maintenance prevent buildup before problems occur.

Outcome

95% reduction in drainage emergencies, full compliance with food safety regulations, documented maintenance records for audits, and significant cost savings versus reactive maintenance.

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