Industrial Cleaning
CD Aero Eliminates Use of nPB
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| After a change in ownership, CD Aero worked with the Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI) and the Massachusetts Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) to find a safer alternative cleaning process to the use of n-propyl bromide (nPB). With a new aqueous cleaning process, the company is now saving $46,000 per year, protecting health and safety and reducing its regulatory obligations. Download PDF file (622.65 kB) |
Morgan Advanced Materials Triumphs over TCE
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| Morgan Advanced Materials is a global manufacturer specializing in advanced materials. The New Bedford, MA facility manufactures ceramic feedthroughs for medical and aerospace markets. The facility used trichloroethylene (TCE) for several tasks, including wax removal after ceramic grinding. After investing in a new vapor degreaser system and a new solvent mixture tested by the TURI laboratory, Morgan eliminated the use of TCE, thereby enhancing the health and safety of its workers, eliminating TURA reporting, and reducing costs. Download PDF file (1.01 MB) |
Umicore Electrical Materials Eliminates Use of Perchloroethylene
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| Umicore Electrical Materials USA Inc. manufactures contact materials, including clad metals, tapes, buttons, absorber rods, and brazing materials for the electronics industry. The facility had been using a vacuum degreaser with the cleaning solvent perchloroethylene (PCE). EHS staff at the facility wanted to eliminate the use of PCE entirely. Umicore identified and purchased a new vacuum degreaser to be used with a new, modified alcohol-based cleaning solvent blend, Metalnox M6386. Download PDF file (1.37 MB) |
Riverdale Mills Innovates to Reduce Chemical Use
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| The manufacturing process employed by Riverdale Mills historically required the use of hydrochloric acid, ammonium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide. To reduce the amount of chemicals used, the company designed, fabricated, and installed a two-part dual brush roll system to remove excess water and acid at two points in the galvanizing process. Riverdale immediately realized a significant reduction in toxics use, an improved work environment, and increased cost savings. Download PDF file (468.25 kB) |
Umicore Electrical Materials Eliminates Use of Neurotoxin and Likely Carcinogen
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| Umicore Electrical Materials USA Inc. manufactures contact materials, including clad metals, tapes, buttons, absorber rods, and brazing materials for the electronics industry. The facility had been using a vacuum degreaser with the cleaning solvent perchloroethylene (PCE). EHS staff at the facility wanted to eliminate the use of PCE entirely. Umicore identified and purchased a new vacuum degreaser to be used with a new, modified alcohol-based cleaning solvent blend, Metalnox M6386. Download PDF file (280.57 kB) |
Morgan Eliminates Use of Carcinogen and Likely Mutagen
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| Morgan Advanced Materials is a global manufacturer specializing in advanced materials. The New Bedford, MA facility manufactures ceramic feedthroughs for medical and aerospace markets. The facility used trichloroethylene (TCE) for several tasks, including wax removal after ceramic grinding. After investing in a new vapor degreaser system and a new solvent mixture tested by the TURI laboratory, Morgan eliminated the use of TCE, thereby enhancing the health and safety of its workers, eliminating TURA reporting, and reducing costs. Download file (158.28 kB) |
CD Aero Eliminates Use of a Carcinogen
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| After a change in ownership, CD Aero worked with the Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI) and the Massachusetts Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) to find a safer alternative cleaning process to the use of n-propyl bromide (nPB). With a new aqueous cleaning process, the company is now saving $46,000 per year, protecting health and safety and reducing its regulatory obligations. Download PDF file (2.63 MB) |
Free Wheelers Bike Shop. 2019
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| The Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI) Cleaning Laboratory provides performance testing for safer cleaning products. The lab partnered with the UMass Lowell Free Wheelers bike shop, located on campus, to evaluate its current cleaners. Free Wheelers and the lab were interested in identifying cleaning products and processes that would protect the health and safety of the shop workers and enhance the shop's contribution to the University's sustainability efforts. The lab conducted a comprehensive evaluation of cleaners and degreasers currently used by the shop to remove common contaminants found on bike frames, chains, and wheels. Products were screened for effectiveness and safety; some cleaners were removed from inventory. Download PDF file (405.83 kB) |
912 Auto Center - Switching to Water Based Paint and Paint Gun Washers. 2014.
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| 912 Auto Center made a number of changes to their operations when they moved their location to Dorchester from Mattapan. These changes were spurred by the owner's commitment to improving the quality of both his product and the working environment. The success he has experienced as a result of switching from primarily solvent-based painting and paint gun washing to primarily water-based painting and paint gun washing systems has been significant. Operating costs are reduced, performance and productivity are improved, and worker satisfaction is enhanced. Download PDF file (2.16 MB) |