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Environmentally Conscious Painting (Manual) [Summary]
This manual gives a general background of painting technology while focusing on pollution prevention. Includes curing characteristics, coating applications, testing, and personal protective equipment.
Industrial Painting and Coating (Manual) [Summary]
Reviews coating applications and types, pollution prevention opportunities, and environmental regulations for the painting and coating industry.
Is Blanket Washing Taking You to the Cleaners? (Fact Sheet) [Summary]
Solvents and rags used for press washing are a problematic waste for lithographic printers. This fact sheet lists several alternatives and procedures that can be used to save money and reduce pollution.
Kansas' Best of the Best - Cobalt Boats (Fact Sheet) [Summary]
Case study documents pollution prevention efficiencies achieved at Cobalt Boats, manufacturer of premium-quality fiberglass boats, over a period of years. Acetone is recycled on-site, saving more than $113,000 and 137 tons of hazardous waste avoided annually. Closed molding process evaluation is reported. Low styrene-content resins and low HAP-content upholstery adhesives are being used to help eliminate hazardous air pollutant emissions.
Solvent users: Do you need an air permit? (Fact Sheet) [Summary]
Describes how a small business that uses paints and solvents can determine if its operations require an air operating permit. Also outlines the procedure for calculating the amount of VOCs and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) purchased.
The Smell of Success: Decreasing Air Pollution in Kansas City (Fact Sheet) [Summary]
Describes the efforts and regulations Kansas City has made to improve air quality. Kansas City has been in “attainment” of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) but has nearly exceeded the ozone threshold. The vapor pressure of solvents is restricted.
