Glossary
ND (Nominal Diameter)
Parameter used to characterise parts that are
suitable for each other, for example: pipes,
connections, sleeves.
Wastewater
Water changed by the use that was made of it
(for example: domestic wastewater).
Noise level
Expected sound emissions, expressed in sound
pressure level LpA in dB(A).
Separator
Equipment which prevents, by gravity, the
penetration of harmful substances into the
discharge system by separating them from
wastewater, for example: grease trap.
Wastewater pumping station
Installation for the automatic pumping
of wastewater and blackwater above the
back-flow level.
Inlet piping
Pipe through which wastewater from sanitary
fixtures is routed to the pumping station.
Discharge piping
Piping for raising wastewater above the
back-flow level and routing it to the sewer.
Clearance
The clearance is the space that needs to be
provided for interventions.
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