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| A plunger is a device that is used to remove blockages in pipelines. |
 | It consists of a handle and a semicircular head. |
| Plungers vary in shape, and while they all serve the same purpose (clearing blockages), different types are available. |
There are three main plunger types available: |
| cup plunger |
| Flanged Plunger |
| suction plunger |
| See Section: What are the types of pistons? to get more information. |
And two types of pressurized piston: |
| Power plunger - uses air to unblock drains |
| Hydrojet Pump – Uses water to unblock drains. |
