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Air / Gas Mass Flow Meter Improves Wastewater Treatment Processing Efficiency

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 06:20:00 GMT

One of the most common processes in wastewater treatment is the activated sludge method, which biologically treats the wastewater through the use of large aeration basins. This process requires the pumping of compressed air into the aeration basins where a diffuser system ensures the air is distributed evenly for optimum treatment. The energy needed to provide compressed air is a significant cost in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.

Article: Verification Methods For 198 Common Raw Materials Using A Handheld Raman Spectrometer

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:32:00 GMT

Pharmaceutical manufacturers are seeking ways to maintain and improve product quality while reducing manufacturing costs, including in the analytical testing of raw materials. Movement toward 100% inspection of raw materials as well as increased production volumes and the desire for lean manufacturing are additional motivations to find more cost-effective testing technologies. By Robert L. Green, Robert Brush, Wayne Jalenak, and Christopher D. Brown

Article: Leaning QC: Lonza Rolls Out Raman For Materials ID

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:15:00 GMT

As part of an effort to Lean its raw material QC process, Lonza Biologics' Portsmouth, New Hampshire facility evaluated several new spectroscopic technologies-Raman, NIR, and FTIR handheld or portable devices-for rapidly verifying incoming raw materials. By paul thomas, senior editor

Article: Chemical Identity Testing By Remote-Based Dispersive Raman Spectroscopy

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:14:00 GMT

This paper discusses the use of handheld Raman spectrometers for the development of qualitative chemical identification methods for a number of well-known pharmaceutical products (tablets and capsules). Methods were developed on two different instruments and transferred to a third instrument for application of the methodology to independently obtained drug products. By DAVID E. BUGAY and ROBERT C. BRUSH

White Paper: What Does Your Plant Spend On Raw Material Identity Verification? The Answer May Surprise You

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:39:00 GMT

Drug manufacturers must verify the identity of their incoming raw materials prior to release into the production process. For some, meeting this requirement involves extracting and testing samples from a small fraction of their incoming containers; for others it means testing every single package. As we trace both the apparent and hidden costs of laboratory-based identity testing, the answer may surprise you. By Thermo Fisher Scientific (formerly Ahura Scientific and Polychromix)

Application Note: Satisfying GMP With Handheld Near-Infrared Analyzers In The Pharmaceutical Industry

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 05:50:00 GMT

Pharmaceutical manufacturing is a highly regulated industry as manufacturers of excipients, actives and finished forms need to conform to GMP. For example, in the European Union, EudraLex provides guidance for GMP practices and European Pharmocopeia (Ph. Eur.) recommends instrumentation and analysis protocols. By Thermo Fisher Scientific (formerly Ahura Scientific and Polychromix)

Application Note: Transferring Spectral Libraries From Reference Instruments To The PHAZIR

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 05:28:00 GMT

Transfer of spectra used for calibrations is frequently used when large collections of spectra are difficult to reproduce. The effort to reproduce the calibration set is prohibitive or the samples that comprise the calibration set are ephemeral. By F. G. Haibach

White Paper: Handheld Raman Instruments For Pharmaceutical Raw Material Inspection: From The Lab To The Loading Dock

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:44:00 GMT

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the application of Raman spectroscopy to the unique requirements of raw material testing. What is, and why should you perform, identity testing? What are the incentives to speed up testing? By Thermo Fisher Scientific (formerly Ahura Scientific and Polychromix)

Tech Note: Thermo Scientific TruScan Fast, Cost-Effective Method Development

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:28:00 GMT

Thermo Scientific TruScan is a rugged, handheld system for rapid material verification. On-the-spot results are delivered in seconds with nondestructive, point-and-shoot sampling through sealed packaging.

Datasheet: Dolphin® 9900ni Mobile Computers

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 07:17:00 GMT

Dolphin® 9900ni mobile computers are UL certified to be non-incendive, ensuring safe operation in hazardous industries including chemical, oil and gas, life sciences and utilities.

Video Overview: Ecosorb Odor Neutralizer

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 22:16:00 GMT

OMI Industries presents this short video overview of its Ecosorb technology, which eliminates industrial odors without the use of harsh or hazardous chemicals, expensive emission control systems, or masking fragrances.

Brochure: Ecosorb Odor Neutralizer

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:58:00 GMT

Ecosorb products harness the power of science with the safety of natural ingredients. In fact, they contain zero toxins or harmful VOCs. Yet Ecosorb products are able to employ chemical bonding and molecular science to quickly and effectively neutralize odors.

White Paper: Cost-Effective Technologies For Removing H₂S From Landfill Gas

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:50:00 GMT

Many landfills are experiencing higher hydrogen sulfide (H2S) concentrations in landfill gas as a result of increased inputs of C&D (construction and demolition) debris and the use of C&D fines as an alternate daily cover. Iron-redox systems provide the lowest operating costs and are now operating in three landfills in the United States, with more in the planning stages. By D. Graubard, William Rouleau, and Jean Bogner, Merichem

White Paper: Removing H₂S From SynGas

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 04:37:00 GMT

In the past decade, Japan's rapidly dwindling landfill capacity encouraged development of projects aimed at the gasification of municipal and industrial solid waste. The push to reduce dependence on traditional solid waste disposal methods combined with the continuing search for clean, flexible alternative fuel and chemical feedstock sources justified a renewed focus on gasification of solid waste by a variety of industries and municipalities. By John Watson and Kenneth Jones, Merichem

White Paper: Turning Sour Landfill Gas Into Sweet Electricity

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 05:04:00 GMT

The Pollution Control Financing Authority of Warren County (PCFAWC) selected the LO-CAT process when a LFG sulfur scrubbing system was needed to achieve the required H2S concentration. This paper discusses the specific challenges encountered during construction and system operation. By Merichem Company

Additive Odor Neutralization

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:37:00 GMT

Sometimes, the end product can have its own odor issues that are simply unacceptable to the user or purchaser.

Case Study: Georgia Wastewater Utility Credits Ecosorb™ For Significant Reduction In Odor Complaints

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:01:00 GMT

The Douglasville-Douglas County Water and Sewer Authority (WSA) has been delivering award-winning water and wastewater service to more than 90,000 Douglas County residents for over 17 years. On the flip side from its numerous accolades, WSA began hearing complaints coming from the neighbors about nuisance odors. By OMI Industries

Article: Natural Odor Control For Wastewater Treatment Processes

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 05:03:00 GMT

Industrial and municipal wastewater treatment generates odors that can be strong, persistent,and a nuisance to employees, residents, businesses, and industries located near the wastewater treatment plant. By OMI Industries

OMI Industries to control industrial odors

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:31:49 GMT

OMI Industries specializes in developing natural solutions to control industrial odors. Our innovative Ecosorb� technology eliminates industrial odors without the use of harsh or hazardous chemicals, expensive emission control systems or masking fragrances. It's safer for you and the environment.

Article: From Landfill To The Tomato Plant - Purified Biogas Powers Greenhouse Operation

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 04:44:00 GMT

The Board of Waste Management for the Mauricie region of Quebec, Canada, known as RGMRM, needed a gas scrubber to remove the highly corrosive levels of hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) at its municipal landfill. The aim was to purify the landfill gas for a greenhouse on site, which also is RGMRM's customer. By Eco-Tec Inc.

Ion Exchange: Recoflo® Water Softener

Fri, 29 Apr 2005 14:47:00 GMT

Eliminate biological fouling and increase throughput. In just four easy cycle steps, the Recoflo® Water Softener outperforms other softeners with superior efficiency, reduced costs, half the brine, and twice the throughput.

Technical Paper: Hydrogen Sulphide Removal From Industrial Gases Using Advanced, Modified Claus Technology

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 04:27:00 GMT

A number of commercial processes are available for removing hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) from natural gas, tail gas from the Claus Process (containing un-reactive sulfur compounds, particularly CS₂ and COS), coke-oven gas, pyrolysis gas and solution tail gas from heavy oil production. These processes are often limited by economics and technology. By James W. Smith, Ph.D., P. Eng. Senior Technical Advisor, Eco-Tec Inc

MDEQ Awards Solid Waste Assistance Grant To DeSoto County

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:45:00 GMT

The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) has awarded DeSoto County a solid waste assistance grant of $18,859 that will be used by the county for employment assistance for a solid waste enforcement officer

Houston Technology And E-Waste Recycling Company, TechnoCycle, Expands To San Antonio

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:11:00 GMT

Anticipating client needs and responding to the growing demand for the responsible recycling of e-waste, TechnoCycle has expanded its eco-friendly and certified technology disposal and recycling services to San Antonio and surrounding area

Four Connecticut Municipalities Partner With Covanta Energy For Sustainable Waste Management Services

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:29:00 GMT

Covanta Energy Corporation announced today four new partnerships with Connecticut municipalities for sustainable waste management services

Swisher Hygiene Acquires Certain Assets Of Waste And Chemical Companies

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:16:00 GMT

Swisher Hygiene Inc. ("Swisher Hygiene") (Nasdaq:SWSH) (TSX:SWI), a leading provider of essential hygiene and sanitation products and services, today announced it has acquired certain solid waste and recycling assets of FSR Transporting & Crane Services, Inc. ("FSR")

EPA Proposes Changes To Clean Air Act Standards For Boilers And Incinerators

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 04:46:00 GMT

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing changes to Clean Air Act standards for boilers and certain incinerators based on extensive analysis, review and consideration of data and input from states, environmental groups, industry, lawmakers and the public

GFL Environmental Buys Turtle Island Recycling

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT

Two of Southern Ontario's leading waste management companies are making industry history today

Wastequip Launches Its Organics2Go Program For Organic Waste

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 06:28:00 GMT

Wastequip, the leading North American manufacturer of waste handling and recycling equipment, has launched its exciting new Organics2Go program for the safe and easy collection, storage and transport of organic waste

e-Waste Recycled Entirely Within The United States

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:37:00 GMT

In response to news reports, about e-waste recycling programs sending their waste to China for processing, the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County announced today that all of the e-waste collected at the weekly Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors sponsored Household Hazardous/E-Waste (HHEW) Collection Events is, and has been, recycled entirely within the United States

World's First Miniature NMR Spectrometer Introduced In Workshops Around The Globe

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:24:00 GMT

The miniature NMR spectrometer technology is heralded as affordable and easy to use for research, process, and academia.

Nice-Pak/PDI Converts Manufacturing Plant To "Zero Landfill"

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:02:00 GMT

Nice-Pak/PDI, the global leader in wet wipe product manufacturing and a founding member of the Sustainability Consortium, has announced the transformation of its Orangeburg, New York manufacturing plant into a "zero landfill" facility

Metech Recycling Approved By Maine As 2012 E-Waste Consolidator

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:14:00 GMT

Metech Recycling received approval from the State of Maine to be an E-Waste Consolidator for municipalities and manufacturers in accordance with Maine's E-Waste Law (38 MRSA Sec.1610).

KDHE Accepting Applications For Waste Reduction Grants

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:36:00 GMT

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is now accepting applications for the Waste Tire and Green School Solid Waste grants

Viridor Acquires Milton Keynes-Based Community Waste Recycling Business

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:00:00 GMT

Viridor has acquired Milton Keynes-based Community Waste Recycling Limited, a specialist materials recycling and paper trading company for a total consideration of �15.75M

ServerMonkey Earns e-Stewards Enterprise Designation

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:31:00 GMT

ServerMonkey today announced that it has become an "e-Stewards Enterprise

Pennon Group Expands Its Waste Management Business

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:31:00 GMT

Pennon Group Plc announced that its subsidiary, Viridor Waste Management Limited, has acquired Community Waste Holding Limited and Community Waste Recycling Limited, a specialist materials recycling and paper trading business based in Milton Keynes, from Community Waste Holdings Foundation, Ms C Cutts and Ms G Cutts

Datasheet: Thermo Scientific microPHAZIR PC

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 14:29:34 GMT

Thermo Scientific microPHAZIR PC is a handheld NIR material analyzer designed for rapid on-site material identification. The 2.75 lb (1.25 kg) analyzer is battery powered and completely self-contained for portable analysis.

Solid Wastes Industry Announces New Policy On Product Stewardship

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:29:00 GMT

The National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA) today announced a new policy on product stewardship, expressing the recycling and solid waste industry's position that product stewardship may increase the safe management of some products, in particular those with toxic constituents such as mercury

South Lyon Dumpster Supports The Government Programs Towards Solid Waste Management

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:14:00 GMT

South Lyon Dumpster aims to help government in promoting proper solid waste management in order to minimize solid wastes in the United States

WIH Resource Group To Offer RecycleMatch Software For Maximizing Value Of Waste And Recyclables

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:52:00 GMT

WIH Resource Group, Inc. (WIH) will offer subscription based software, powered by RecycleMatch, as a platform for large manufacturers, as well as solid waste companies, municipalities and other major generators to maximize the economic value of their waste byproducts, Recyclables, commodities and surplus equipment

Imtech: Order Of 77 Million Euro For High-Tech Energy-Efficient Waste Processing Plant In Warsaw

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:06:00 GMT

Imtech (IM-AE, technical services provider in and outside Europe) announces that at the end of 2011 it has been commissioned by Finalsa S.A. for the realisation of all technical solutions in one of the most advanced waste processing plants in the world

Eco-Tec President Recognized For International Engineering Contributions

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:05:00 GMT

The Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC) has awarded Eco-Tec Inc. President and CEO, Dr. Phillip (Rocky) Simmons, the K.Y. Lo Medal for significant engineering contributions at the international level.