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DIRECT DISCHARGE [2 records]

Record 1 2003-04-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Materials Handling
  • Cargo (Water Transport)
DEF

The removal of goods from a ship directly on to road vehicles or railway wagons, that is, without being put on to the quay.

OBS

When instructed to deliver cargo in this way, shipping lines often insert a clause in the bill of lading to the effect that this will be carried out provided that sufficient wagons or vehicles are available to ensure that there is no delay in the discharging of the ship.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Manutention
  • Cargaisons (Transport par eau)

Spanish

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Record 2 1981-01-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewers and Drainage
  • Wastewater Treatment
CONT

The advantages ensuing from thickening by flotation are considerable in subsequent dewatering and, possibly, in direct discharge.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Égouts et drainage
  • Traitement des eaux usées
CONT

Les avantages résultants de l'épaississement par flottation sont considérables, en ce qui concerne l'exploitation de la déshydratation ultérieure et éventuellement la décharge directe.

Spanish

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