In this installment of What Works, Pella reduces 33/50 Program chemicals by 83%.
Pella, a manufacturer of windows and doors, reduced releases and transfers of 33/50 Program chemicals from 896,300 lb in 1988 to 151,750 lb in 1994, an 83% decrease. These reductions were achieved primarily by eliminating solvents from adhesives, paints, and cleaning processes. This was accomplished through a method to reduce and potentially eliminate chromium releases by using carbon absorption to recover chromium from industrial wastewater.
Protecting electrical controls and equipment within food and beverage plants presents unique challenges due to the sanitation requirements of the hygienic environment.
