Past grants
Microfiber filter subsidy
As part of the "For a cleaner river" project with the support of :
Pour un fleuve plus propre is a project financially supported by RECYC-QUÉBEC as part of a call for proposals to promote the reduction of the use and disposal of single-use plastic. In collaboration with participating municipalities, microfiber filters for washing machines will be installed in the homes of citizens wishing to combat the problem of plastic microfibers.
What are plastic microfibers?
These are plastic particles smaller than 5 mm that break away from today’s synthetic fabrics, such as polyester and spandex.
When these textile materials are washed, they lose these microfibers, which then end up in our waterways. Virtually indestructible, they accumulate in the food chain, ending up on our plates.
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“Every year, in Canada and the United States, around 880 tonnes of microfibres are released into waterways and oceans.”
Source : Radio-Canada, 2019
Thank you to the participating municipalities
Plastic microfiber filters
To reduce the amount of microfibres released into the environment, filters have been developed for installation in washing machines. These filters trap at least 87% of the microfibers that our wastewater treatment plants are unable to retain before they reach the river, and ultimately our oceans.
GRAME offered subsidies for the purchase of plastic microfiber filters. In collaboration with participating cities, our program reimbursed the cost of the filters.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, a wall bracket is also available at no extra charge.
The filters are very easy to install. Installation takes 15 minutes. Your kit will include:
- 3 feet of 1-inch pipe
- 3 stainless steel clips
- 1 pipe connector 1 inch
- 2 U-shaped clamps
- Mounting screws
- An installation instruction booklet
- A wall bracket is also available at no extra charge.
For more information, see our explanatory booklet.
Once the filter bowl is visually clogged with lint, it’s time to clean it. Cleaning is necessary every 2 or 3 loads of laundry. The filter bowl is easily lowered by turning it counter-clockwise one eighth of a turn. The stainless steel screen can then be lowered from the housing and removed from the filter bowl. Discard any lint on the outside of the screen. Once everything has been cleaned, the sieve can be replaced in the filter bowl. Turn the bowl clockwise one eighth of a turn and it locks into place – a locking indicator shows that you’ve fitted it correctly.
To clean, degrease and deodorize the filter, use hot water, vinegar, baking soda and a bottle-cleaning brush.
For any problem or breakage, please refer to the supplier’s return and exchange policy, available here. Filters are guaranteed for 5 years. The supplier sells replacement parts as needed.
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