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Kelly Air Force Base
Year Submitted: 2003 |
Process: Painting/Coating |
Industry: Military |
Wastes Reduced: Wastewater |
Substance: Cyanide Stripper |
Equipment: non-cyanide strippers |
Location: San Antonio TX |
No. of employees: 13000 |
Contact: Dave Leeson |
Phone: (210) 925-3100 |
Description:
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Environmental Benefits:
This material change reduced the use of Cyanide which is an EPA 17 ITP chemical. Cyanide rinse waters also pose a serious health threat to workers and the environment. By eliminating cyanide strippers, Kelly AFB reduced the amount and toxicity level of its hazardous waste stream.
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Details of Reductions
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