Over 20,000 people in North America die annually from exposure to radon. In fact, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Furthermore, direct and indirect healthcare costs associated with radon-induced lung cancer exceeds $2 billion each year. While this is obviously a harmful and dangerous gas, the prevention of infiltration in your facility is not only possible, but simple.
Let’s start with the basics. What is radon? Radon is a carcinogenic gas that is invisible, odorless, and tasteless. It is created by the breakdown of uranium in the Earth’s soil. The reason radon gas infiltration poses a threat to homes and businesses is that as the uranium in the soil and rock underneath buildings breaks down, it can seep into cracks, joints, small openings in the foundation, and mainly drains.
Unprotected drains are a leading entry point for this deadly gas. Implementing a drain trap seal device is an effective and affordable way to prevent radon gas infiltration. They also feature several other benefits including:
- Drain odor prevention
- Pest prevention
- Increased air quality
- Helps prevent drain overflow
Drain trap seal devices are designed to allow water to flow down the drain, while preventing anything from below from infiltrating your space.
Green Drain Waterless Trap
The Green Drain drain trap is a one-way drain valve that is simple to install and does not impair the drain’s flow rate. The green technology of Green Drain is designed to protect public health and is Universal Plumbing Code certified. The simple installation of this drain trap does not impair or prohibit plumbing maintenance and provides sewage backup protection as well as gas infiltration prevention.
The strong silicon skirts employed by Green Drain are the perfect solution for eliminating sewer odors and drain flies, while keeping your drain clear and flowing.
Keep your industrial drain safe, clean, clear, and protected. Green Drain is an affordable, effective floor drain solution that fits a wide range of drain applications. Green Drain is just one example of the great, environmentally-friendly industrial maintenance products offered by Chemex Industries.
