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Technical Data

Formulation

Ecobac and Biomarine consist of pure, cultured bacteria in a dry, inert state; a cereal as an inert carrier and product stabiliser; agricultural grade mineral nutrients and food grade enzyme supplements.

Safety

The bacteria in Ecobac and Biomarine are harmless microbes occurring naturally in soils around the world, feeding on non-living organic matter. The dry products are slightly dusty due to the cereal component so normal precautions against breathing of dust should be taken. Some persons are or can become hypersensitive to the food-grade enzyme supplements, so prolonged skin contact with the products should be avoided. Wash with water after handling and do not expose open cuts or wounds to the products.

Operating conditions

Conditions under which these biological products will function are:

Disinfectants and caustic chemicals should be avoided and only biodegradable cleaning materials, detergents and shampoos should be used with these products.

Shelf life

When stored in a cold room or refrigerator, these products will retain full activity for 6 months and 80% of full activity for 8-9 months. Storage at room temperature and/or frequent opening and closing of containers of the products will reduce shelf life. After addition of water for pre-incubation, the product should be used within 24 hours.

Dosage

The effective dose rate of Ecobac for commercial grease traps is 250 grams per 1000 litres, administered initially twice a week to clear away old grease, followed by a maintenance dose rate of once or twice per month. The effective dose rate of Ecobac for sewage pump wells is 200 grams per day to prevent build up of grease and odour.

Pre-incubation in water (4 litres per 100 g powder) for 8 - 24 hours (depending on temperature) before use can enhance the effectiveness up to 10-fold.