Capenhurst's past
Process one
Redundant machinery and equipment is removed from a building and categorised into material that can be recycled or disposed of. As much recycling as possible takes place because disposal has an environmental impact, incurs costs and recycled material can generate money that can fund further clean-up work.
Process two
Once the building is empty, which can take years, a lot of care is taken to check all available surfaces for contamination. Where possible contaminated surfaces are cleaned, or disposed of. Then the building is ready for demolition.
Process three
Demolition is often a very delicate task because condemned buildings are often located next to, or near, operating plants. Frequently buildings must be taken down piece by piece and when this is completed, as much rubble as possible is recycled.
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