Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Solvent Emissions Directive",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Industrial washing system cleans deep small holes from
Kingsbury Machine Tools, which we summarised at the time by saying "Cleaning 15mm deep-drilled 1mm diameter holes in brass is done by the combined rotary and swivelling movement of the load with injection flood wash, ultrasonics and vacuum
drying".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Universal solvent degreaser meets EU regulations from
Kumi Solutions: "Degreasing machine has helped an second-tier automotive supplier to adhere to Solvent Emissions Directive regulations clean 2.5 tonnes of aluminium/day - 25% more than before".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Enviro Tech Europe
concerning its Updating the use of trichloroethylene
- take a look at Updating the use of trichloroethylene in factories
which says: "On the regulated use of trichloroethylene in European industry, Derek Carpenter writes that he had never seen more confusion resulting from the guidance given to users".
Take a look also at the news release from Enviro Tech Europe, Trichloroethylene - is guidance biased?,
as well as Cleaning machine sales boosted in UK from Kingsbury Machine Tools,
and Solvent cleaning fluid is non-hazardous from QSCD.
See also:
Low cost trike replacement solvent
(October 2007)
Solvent 602 from john Neale allows small companies to change from trike with limited investment and limited impact on process times
Degreaser replaced to conform with SED
(September 2007)
Turned parts subcontractor has replaced an existing parts degreasing machine with one that confoms to the solvent emissions directive and the tighter German laws on emissions
Light support media eases large tube bending
(August 2007)
To overcome the problem of the weight of supporting media used in the bending of large diameter tubes, a light weight, low melting polymer has been introduced
EU court to hear n.Propyl Bromide challenge
(August 2007)
Trichloroethylene suppliers continue to prompt the idea that n.Propyl Bromide based products are affected by the October 2007 deadline of the Solvent Emisions Directive for users
Examining EU trichloroethylene regulations
(June 2007)
European Union regulators have devised a test to demonstrate that trichloroethylene has a flash point of 24 deg C, reports Derek Carpenter, who notes vapour degreasing tank is heated to 87 deg C
Aqueous-based washing and degreasing system
(May 2007)
Manufacturer of air filtration systems, Clarcor UK, has installed an Elba 100 aqueous-based washing and degreasing system at its showcase production site in Warrington
Coating process reduces solvent consumption
(May 2007)
Firwood Paints has helped a customer reduce their solvent consumption to below 5 tonnes by converting one of their coating processes from a solvent borne product to a water borne version
Health and safety regulatory misinformation
(May 2007)
Derek Carpenter, of Enviro Tech Europe, discusses the advice, information and misinformation on offer for health and safety, and environmental laws and regulations
Degreasing for Solvent Emissions Directive
(May 2007)
Mykal Industries has introduced the De.Solv.It range of citrus solvents for industrial degreasing which comply with the Solvent Emissions Directive
Sealed cleaning systems use chlorinated solvents
(April 2007)
Sealed, top-loading chlorinated solvent cleaning machines - routinely used in some EU countries - can be used safely, with no risk to operators and they also minimise solvent consumption
Metal forming lubricants minimise cleaning
(April 2007)
A range of metal forming lubricants is designed for use in drawing, pressing and forming and yet minimise the impact on and requirements of down stream component cleaning processes
Ultrasonics enhance aqueous cleaning performance
(April 2007)
Many manufacturers are moving away from solvent-based cleaning systems towards aqueous alternatives, which can be enhanced by ultrasonic technology
Options for European Solvent Emissions Directive
(March 2007)
Activities above the SED solvent consumption threshold will need to meet emission limits in waste gases and a fugitive emission limit value, or implement a solvent reduction scheme
Use trichchloroethylene and face prosecution
(January 2007)
More than 50% of manufacturing companies in the UK are still using carcinogenic solvent trichloroethylene and in continuing to do so could face prosecution
Simplifying trichloroethylene replacement
(December 2006)
A short guide on trichloroethylene (trike) replacement - a 'jargon busting' PDF leaflet on 'Achieving Compliance with the Solvent Emissions Directive' - can be downloaded
Hydrofluoroether fluids oust 'trike' - electronics
(December 2006)
Adoption of Hydrofluoroether fluids delivers a host of environmental and performance benefits in the production of advanced defence electronics
Ultrasonic cleaning machines have track record
(December 2006)
A range of ultrasonic cleaning machines with a proven track record is now being offered by Engis UK to customers across a wide cross section of industries
'Common sense' raises manufacturing efficiency
(November 2006)
Common sense was also the inspiration behind Renishaw's Stonehouse machining facility, which has a simplicity and pragmatism that is still uncommon amongst western manufacturers
Degreasing drawn copper and aluminium tubes
(August 2006)
Two products added to a range of low hazard trichloroethylene alternatives are for the degreasing of copper and aluminium tubes - even long lengths of up to 13m
News on the Solvent Emissions Directive - registration from Enviro Tech Europe
(July 2006)
Local authority Environment Departments are urging all companies using over 1 tonne of trichloroethyene ('Trike'), to review their obligations under the Solvent Emissions Directive
New pressures put on trichloroethylene
(June 2006)
Trichloroethylene is widely known to carry the risk phrase 'R45-May Cause Cancer - however some confusion has existed regarding worker exposure standards for user protection
Solvent directive confuses users
(May 2006)
As the deadlines set for Solvent Emissions Directive (SED) compliance looms, confusion still exists for solvent users
Beware of confusing advice about solvents
(March 2006)
Commenting on a recent statement from the European Chlorinated Solvents Association, concerning vapour degreasing systems, Enviro Tech Europe questions conflicting advice
Be economical with solvents, watch the facts
(March 2006)
The European Chlorinated Solvents Association opines that several stories in 'Manufacturingtalk' are incomplete and misleading about options open to 'trike' users
Cleaning fluids are free of chlorinated solvents
(February 2006)
To remove organic coatings from metal components, cleaning products that are free from aromatic and chlorinated solvents and amines or acids can replace trichloroethylene and methylene chloride
Containment system handles non-flammable solvents
(February 2006)
Containment system takes any non-flammable solvents and is linked directly to modern solvent vapour degreasing technology equipment so that generally there is no need for expensive pump systems
'Trike' sales continue in fast decline
(February 2006)
Vapour degreasing without 'trike' - TCA or TCE - is neither an ozone depleter or a carcinogen and has gained Boeing and Airbus approval - TCE users are delighted to have an alternative
News on the Solvent Emissions Directive (1999/13/EC) from Enviro Tech Europe
(January 2006)
In Europe, for anyone dealing with solvents, the Solvent Emissions Directive (1999/13/EC) has a serious impact on a users continuing ability to use Trichloroethylene, writes Derek Carpenter
Free guidance on solvent emissions offered
(September 2005)
Free guidance on solvent emissions reduction strategies for users of industrial volume cleaning equipment offered before October 2007 deadline
Tool specialist benefits from smart degreasing
(March 2004)
Smart degreasing system has significantly reduced solvent consumption and improved cleaning performance and safety at a tooling specialist's factory
Cleaning solvents take environmental care
(November 2003)
A revolutionary line of non-chlorinated and non-VOC industrial cleaning solvents combines outstanding industrial cleaning performance with novel environmental benefits
Non-chlorinated solvents match 'trich'
(August 2003)
Non-chlorinated and non-VOC industrial cleaning solvents combine outstanding industrial cleaning performance with environmental benefits to meet the requirements of today's solvent legislation
Metal cleaner cuts Trichloroethylene use by 98%
(January 2003)
A state of the art metal cleaning machine has enabled BNFL to cut usage of Trichloroethylene by 98 per cent, saving approximately GBP 40,000. Significant savings continue to be made daily