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Corpus Christi Army Depot
Year Submitted: 2003 |
Process: Plating |
Industry: Military |
Wastes Reduced: Hazardous Waste |
Substance: Cadmium, Cyanide |
Equipment: Ion Deposition |
Location: Corpus Christi TX |
No. of employees: 3500 |
Contact: Steve R. Connor |
Phone: (512) 939-2733 |
Description:
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P2 Application:
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Environmental Benefits:
The system currently reduces the generation of hazardous waste by 4,336 pounds per year. Reduced use of toxic materials also reduces the potential for worker exposure. Water savings were also very signifant, about 3,000,000 gallons per year by going to a closed loop system.
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Details of Reductions
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