When do intermittent discharges typically occur?

Intermittent discharges typically occur during product disposal. This is because these discharges are often associated with the release of by-products or waste that happens when products are being disposed of or discarded. This process might involve the direct release of contaminants into the environment, often governed by specific regulations to manage the timing and amount of these discharges.

In many operational contexts, when products reach the end of their useful life, they may be disposed of intermittently based on various factors such as production schedules, demand fluctuations, or compliance with local waste management policies. Such timings are generally not consistent and can vary widely, hence the term "intermittent."

In contrast, waste recycling, equipment maintenance, and raw material sourcing primarily focus on processes aimed at enhancing efficiency or producing new materials, not on the disposal phase where intermittent discharges are most relevant. These activities may generate waste, but they do not typically involve the direct disposal of products that leads to the intermittent release of contaminants.