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Oil Skimmer Facts – Your Guide to Oil-Free Solutions
Abanaki's new Oil Skimmer Facts Handbook for solving oil removal problems offers expanded information about oil skimming principles, applications, technologies, installation tips, and how to select and size an oil skimmer. In addition, the guide shows comparative oil skimmer types as well as turnkey systems. A must have for environmental engineers, plant maintenance personnel, wastewater treatment engineers, manufacturing engineers and related professionals seeking a solution to their oil contamination problems.
Company: Abanaki Corp.
Phone: (800) 358-7546
Web: www.abanaki.com/189
File name: Abanaki_OilSkimmerFacts.pdf
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How to: Choose a Laboratory for the Analysis of Environmental Samples
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Selecting qualified laboratories for environmental sample analysis can be a daunting and expensive process. The real cost of a poor selection can have broad impacts on analytical data and remedial action costs if the selection process is conducted without regard to key factors reflective of a solidly performing laboratory. Commercial programs may offer shortcuts to improved laboratory selection at reduced costs using narrow, imprecise methodology and criteria that is subject to interpretation errors. Abbreviated approaches are contrary to the comprehensive national approach developed for the accreditation of environmental laboratories and can result in eventually increasing the final cost and project time.
Company: Accutest Laboratory
Phone: : (732) 329-0200
Web: www.accutest.com
File Name: Accutest_WP_062311.pdf
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Oil Skimming Engineering Specification E-Book
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The Oil Skimming Engineering Specification E-Book includes detailed engineering drawings, motor types and belt selection for Abanaki’s full line of oil skimming products. An electronic version of this E-Book is a handy reference for a variety of engineers and related professionals who need detailed specifications on oil skimming equipment for their oil contamination problems.
Company: Abanaki Corp.
Phone: (800) 358-7546
Web: www.abanaki.com/154
File Name: Master_Spec2010-02.pdf
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EHC for Generation of Anaerobic Chase Water to Repair Aquifer Biogeochemistry
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“DCE Stall” is a problem frequently encountered when simple, “carbon‐only” substrates such as hydrogen releasing compounds, [emulsified] oils, lactates or sugars are used to stimulate in situ reductive dehalogenation of chlorinated solvents (i.e., non‐EHC® ISCR applications). In response to the excessive accumulation of these problematic intermediates (e.g., 1,2‐DCE and Vinyl Chloride), inoculation of groundwater with Dehalococcoides sp., or other dehalogenators, is sometimes required.
Company: Adventus
Phone: (815) 235-3503
Web: www.AdventusGroup.com
File Name: Anaerobic_chase_water_EHC_Adventus.pdf
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White Paper: Surfactant Enhanced In Situ Chemical oxidation (S-ISCO) Technology
Abstract: VeruTEK Technologies Inc. is an international Green Chemistry technology company from Bloomfield, Conn., that develops, formulates and implements environmental remediation solutions through Green Chemistry innovation. Since incorporation in 2006, VeruTEK has created a new segment in the remediation market with is patented Surfactant-enhanced In Situ Chemical Oxidation (S-ISCO®) technologies, a suite of remedial Coelution Technologies™ that involve the simultaneous injection and reactive transport of surfactants and free-radical oxidant systems to destroy contamination on site and in place, eliminating the need for excavation, for example. S-ISCO® is highly differentiated from in situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) through its incorporation of patented plant-based surfactants and/or surfactant/co-solvent mixtures (VeruSOL®) that not only emulsify NAPL, but also stabilize the injected oxidants, coat the injected catalysis for time-released activation, and suppress soil vapor concentrations. S-ISCO remedies specifically target and destroy the source of contamination, whether it is adsorbed to soil, free-phase or dissolved, including manufactured gas plant coal tar, chlorinated solvents, heating oil, PAHs and creosote.
Company: VeruTEK Technologies Inc. Phone: (860) 242-9800 Web: www.verutek.comFile Name: Veru-TEK_S-ISCO_2011_WhitePaper.pdf
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Oil Skimming Solutions Sourcebook
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Abanaki announced the second-edition of its Solutions Sourcebook for oil skimming applications. This white paper offers application notes of 40 real-world implementations of oil skimming, the lowest-cost lowest-maintenance way to remove oil, fuel, and other hydrocarbons from groundwater and industrial wastewater.
Company: Abanaki Corp.
Phone: (800) 358-7546
Web: www.abanaki.com
File name: SolutionsWP082410.pdf
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Remediation Services
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Lang Tool Co. has earned a reputation for producing the most productive and durable soil mixing equipment on the market. Both LTC’s horizontal rotary blenders and the recently introduced Dual Axis blender break down the contaminated soil or sludge particles to their smallest diameter maximizing the soil contact area with the additive. LTC blenders produce a much more homogeneous mixture than the standard bucket mixing approach. Thorough homogenization reduces the quantity of additive required to meet performance standards thus reducing project costs. LTC equipment and technology has been successfully used in many sludge stabilization/solidification projects and in situ chemical oxidation and bio-remediation soil mixing projects. LTC provides equipment on a rental basis and self-performs as a soil mixing contractor throughout the US and Canada. Our brochure discusses LTC mixing equipment and remediation services.
Company: Lang Tool Co.
Phone: (989) 435-9864
Web: www.langtool.com
File name: RemediationServicesBrochure.pdf
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Rapid, Reliable Analysis Via Immunoassay Technology
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Strategic Diagnostics Inc. (SDI) is a leading developer and manufacturer of immunoassay (IA)-based test kits for field testing and laboratory use. With more than 30 years of experience delivering value to our customers we understand the challenges faced by those involved with environmental assessment, environmental testing and remediation. Our offerings provide the rapid, accurate and cost effective results needed for critical decision making. This paper will provide a clearer understanding of IA technology and its use and support in the environmental testing arena.
Company: Strategic Diagnostics Inc.
Phone: (302) 456-6789
Web: www.sdix.com
File name: StrategicDiagnosticsInc_PE_Mar2009.doc
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Focused In-Situ Chemical Oxidation of Chlorinated VOCs and 1,4-Dioxane Using Sodium Persulfate in Fine-Grained Soils
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A comprehensive geophysical investigation using direct-push soil electrical conductivity and membrane interface probe (MIP) logging was conducted in the shallowest water-bearing zone to characterize the vertical and horizontal extent of elevated VOC concentrations in the source area. The shallow water bearing zone is comprised of a series of unconsolidated sands with variable clay and silt content and shell fragments with a basal unit containing fine, horizontal laminations of silts and clays. MIP results indicate that VOCs are concentrated in the bottom 5-feet of the shallow zone, which were confirmed by groundwater samples containing approximately 30 milligrams per liter (mg/L) total chlorinated VOCs. Focused source mass treatment using in-situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) with sodium persulfate was evaluated as a means to provide rapid mass reduction, followed by long-term operation of the plume-wide groundwater extraction and treatment program. A field pilot study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of reagent distribution in the fine-grained soils, where injectability and distribution were expected to be a challenge, and the effectiveness of chemical oxidation with sodium persulfate to treat VOCs and 1,4- dioxane.
Company: Arcadis
Phone: (720) 344-3535
Web: www.arcadis-us.com
File name: PEpersulfatecasestudy031209.pdf
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Optimizing Short- And Long-Term Dechlorination Through In Situ pH Adjustment
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The process of enhanced reductive dechlorination (ERD) creates an anaerobic environment conducive for microbially-mediated biodegradation of chlorinated solvents. When aquifer pH is too low or too high, these microbes do not function effectively. Buffering the groundwater and aquifer increases microbial activity and results in higher dechlorination rates. With standard ERD approaches, site pH may decrease and commonly used buffers can develop high concentrations of aquifer sodium, leading to regulatory challenges. AquaBupH™ provides a long-term buffering capacity in a single injectable combined soybean oil-solid pH buffer emulsion that can be readily distributed through the aquifer for optimal immediate and long-term dechlorination.
Company: EOS Remediation
Phone: (888) 873-2204 or (919) 873-2204
Web: www.EOSRemediation.com
File name: EOSAquaBupHWhitePaper.pdf
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In-Situ Steam Enhanced Extraction (SEE) for CVOC Removal and NAPL Recovery
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Steam injection was coupled with soil vapor extraction (SVE), high vacuum dual phase extraction (HVDPE), groundwater depression in this full-scale application of steam-enhanced extraction of organic contaminants from two aquifers at the site in Pennsylvania. Hydraulic and lubrication oils entrained with chlorinated VOCs (PCE, TCE, DCE, etc.) and PCBs were disposed of in onsite pits excavated into the shallow groundwater at this site. The contaminants were present in high concentrations as well as separate phase product within two distinct, highly permeable units, separated by a relatively dense silt layer. The team of Panther and Terratherm designed and installed an SEE system consisting of groundwater depression, steam injection and SVE for the deeper sand/gravel aquifer, and a combination of steam injection and HVDPE for the shallow aquifer. Extracted groundwater was treated via primary and secondary oil/water separation, air stripping, bag filtration and carbon polishing prior to a NPDES permitted surface water discharge. The air streams from the 750-SCFM SVE system and the twin 300-scfm HVDPE systems were conditioned and treated through a 3,000 SCFM thermal oxidizer. An 800-HP steam boiler was installed at the site to produce the required 25,000 lbs/hour required to heat both the shallow and deep aquifers to temperatures in excess of 100ºC.
Company: Panther Technologies
Phone: (609) 714-2420
Web: www.panthertech.com
File name: PantherPosterBattelle2008.pdf
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EHS Performance Management for GRC - ESS
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Governance, Risk and Compliance Management is a powerful new business imperative and a new breed of Performance Management information systems is critical to its success. Businesses need better knowledge of their financial, operations and risk performance vis-à-vis corporate strategies and plans. Top executives and board directors see overlapping demands for accountability and reporting requirements, increased risk exposure and the 24/7 demands of global operations.
Company: Environmental Support Solutions Inc.
Phone: (800) 289-6116
Web: www.ess-home.com
File name: EHS Performance Management for GRC - ESS.pdf
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PCA S-S Whitepaper
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In use since the 1950s in treating radioactive and hazardous wastes, solidification/stabilization (S/S) has become a popular treatment technology for remediation of contaminated land, particularly brownfield redevelopment. S/S treatment contributes to sustainable redevelopment of contaminated property since the treated material can often be left onsite and re-used thus diverting it from landfills, conserving transportation fuel and replacement fill, and avoiding risks posed to the surrounding community. This article discusses S/S treatment basics, performance testing, and examples of successful full-scale projects.
Company: Portland Cement Association
Phone: (847) 966-6200
Web: www.cement.org
File Name: PCA S-S Whitepaper.pdf
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Storage Tank Silo Selection
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In liquid and dry bulk storage/containment, quality and value drives today’s tank selection process. With advances in fabrication technology, engineering design, coating processes and field construction techniques, some storage products utilized in the past have become outdated, while other products have pushed to the front of the line in product development and field performance. Tank Connection discusses the available options to assist the reader in making an informed decision.
Company: Tank Connection
Phone: (620) 423-3010
Web: www.tankconnection.com
File Name: Storage Tank Silo Selection.pdf
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Onsite Solvent Recycling June 2008
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Reducing hazardous waste is important economically and environmentally for manufacturing facilities. Solvent distillation is the most efficient method to turn solvent-based waste into a clean, reusable product. In addition to reducing cost, solvent distillation helps conserve a dwindling resource (oil-based solvents) and reduces emissions of the greenhouse gas CO2 from burned solvent waste. Finish Thompson’s small packaged distillation systems are installed on site to safely and efficiently recover solvent from the waste material. These explosion-proof systems are designed to provide years of safe, reliable operation, and are suitable to recover a wide range of solvents including flammable or combustible.
Company: Finish Thompson Inc.
Phone: (814) 455-4478
Web: www.finishthompson.com
File Name: Onsite Solvent Recycling June 20081.doc
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Trans Environmental Systems
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While the deadline for compliance with the Spill Prevention Control and Containment rules has been postponed many times, the newest deadline is approaching. Merrill Bishop, president of Trans Environmental Systems Inc. has been heavily involved in the process and worked with EPA officials. Read about the rules how his company can help you comply and avoid costly cleanups.
Company: Trans Environmental Systems Inc.
Phone: (434) 975-2872
Web: www.transenvsys.com
File Name: Trans Environmental Systems.doc
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Impact of Electron Donor Hydrophile/Lipophile Balance
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The use of electron donor materials to stimulate the reductive dechlorination of groundwater contaminants has become a widely practiced form of in situ remediation. Electron donor materials currently in use vary widely. Among these, soluble sugar-type substrates offer high subsurface distribution rates yet rapidly ferment and wash out, requiring frequent and costly re-injection. Oil-based substrates offer a partial solution in that their insolubility retards fermentation rates. The insolubility of these oil materials, even when emulsified, inhibits subsurface distribution requiring closely spaced arrays of injection points in order to gain adequate treatment of a contaminated aquifer.
The physical/chemical characteristics of the electron donor itself have a very direct and significant impact on its movement in the subsurface. The physical and chemical interaction of the donor material with groundwater and the aquifer matrix will determine its ability to move via diffusion and advection. This in turn will ultimately have direct bearing upon the ability to adequately distribute the electron donor across the treatment area of interest and upon the cost effectiveness of the chosen electron donor material to achieve successful site remediation.
Scott Wilson, Robert Kelley, PhD, Benjamin Mork, PhD, and Thomas Cormack have collaborated on a paper to describe the mechanisms involved and how HRC Advanced overcomes these limitations to improve performance.
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Company: Regenesis
Phone: (949) 366-8000
Web: www.regenesis.com
File Name: 3DMe Paper.pdf
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A DSM Wall For Excavation Support
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Excavation for a cut and cover highway tunnel underpass was designed and constructed using deep soil mixing. Several historic mansions located close to the tunnel alignment required special attention to restrict construction induced ground movements that could damage them. Design procedures for this excavation support wall were developed considering the different properties of soil, soil-cement and steel. Both design and construction practices followed procedures intended to limit ground movements. Results from a program of instrumentation and monitoring demonstrated that the approach implemented on this project succeeded in meeting the stringent requirements to limit ground movements.
Click here to read the PDF file provided by Envirocon describing their process.
Company: Envirocon Inc.
Phone: (406) 523-1150
Web: www.envirocon.com
File Name: 3 A DSM Wall.pdf
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LNAPL Remediation
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A floating hydrocarbon plume at a manufacturing facility in Georgia was remediated using electrical resistance heating (ERH) and multi-phase extraction. The hydrocarbon was a specialty fuel similar to kerosene or diesel fuel. Initially, hydrocarbon covered an area of 4900 ft2 (500 m2) and was up to l0 ft (3 m) thick, with most wells containing 1 to3 ft (0.5 to1 m) of hydrocarbons. Most of the floating hydrocarbon was beneath the manufacturing building. The soil from the floor to a depth of about 50 ft (15 m) is composed of sandy clay saprolite with moderately low permeability and high heterogeneity. The static water table is about 24 ft (7 m) below grade. Remediation began on 27 May 1999. Remediation to less than 1/8-inch (4 mm) hydrocarbon was completed on 10 December 1999. The ERH system relied on several mechanisms to remove hydrocarbon: 1) heating to reduce hydrocarbon viscosity, 2) hydrocarbon floatation/agitation by rising steam bubbles, 3) thermally enhanced vaporization (fuel boiling), and 4) vacuum-enhanced pumping.
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Company: Thermal Remediation Services Inc.
Phone: (425) 396-4266
Web: www.thermalrs.com
File Name: LNAPL_Remediation.doc
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EPA Skokie Cost Performance Report
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An old electronics manufacturing site was found to be contaminated with solvents and pools of dense nonaqueous phase liquids, or DNAPLs. Over 34,000 cubic yards of soils were remediated using a six-phase heating system from Thermal Remediation Services Inc. This detailed report from the EPA describes the process of heating the soils with probes to drive contaminates from the soils.
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Company: Environmental Protection Agency
Web: www.epa.gov
File Name: EPASkokieCostPerformRpt.pdf
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