Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
RemTec International Announces the Expansion of their Halon and Refrigerant Reclamation Services to the Middle East Region
BOWLING GREEN, OH, USA – (Business Wire) - In conjunction with Pan Gulf Industrial Systems, RemTec International has announced it will commence Halon reclamation and banking operations in the Middle East as of November 2010. This halocarbon reclamation facility will be the first of its kind in the region. Located on the second Dammam industrial city, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, it will also provide services throughout the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe.
The newly constructed 30,000 square foot facility is part of a three-phase program to contain and manage Class I and II Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and other halocarbons. The initial phase will provide Halon reclamation and banking capabilities on a regional basis to petrochemical companies and other end users. The second phase will expand these services to include reclamation and banking of all ODS including Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) refrigerants, and in addition Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) that are high in Global Warming Potential (GWP). The third phase will install advanced systems that safely destroy all of these substances and other environmentally-hazardous wastes using patented Plasma Arc Destruction Technology.
The facility will be equipped with a full laboratory that will be capable of testing to a number of standards including ASTM-D5632-08, ISO 7201-2:1991 or Military Specification B-8741 (USAF). Refrigerant testing to the AHRI Standard 700-2006 will also be developed as later project phases are added. Ultimately, the laboratory will provide convenient and accurate testing of Halons and refrigerants throughout the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe.
Finally, as ODS are phased out, it will be important that these materials are handled properly, particularly at the end of their useful lives. This is a concern to many countries in the region as well as to the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) and the World Bank. For this reason, this project was selected to be part of a case study by the World Bank, to examine methods to manage and destroy ODS as they are phased out. Using Plascon Plasma Arc Destruction Technology, ODS will be destroyed with an extremely high Destruction Removal Efficiency (DRE) of 99.9999%. Mr. Marcus concluded his remarks by stating, “A high DRE is achieved with de minimis emissions to the atmosphere and a safe, salt water solution as the only effluent. In conjunction with our alliance partner, DoloMatrix in Australia, RemTec is able to provide these environmental solutions in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner, in areas of the world that normally lack this advanced technology. In addition, Plascon also has the potential to destroy chlorophenols, chlorinated phenoxywaste, concentrated PCB, Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and chlorinated solvents, which are present in the Middle East and surrounding regions.”
ABOUT REMTEC INTERNATIONAL
Established in 1986, RemTec International is a world leader in the recovery, reclamation and destruction of Halons and Refrigerants. RemTec’s Halocarbon Management Program uses patented technologies which avoid emissions that either destroy the ozone layer or add to global warming potential. RemTec's unique approach facilitates safe disposal of unwanted Halons, CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs on a worldwide basis. These hazardous substances are recovered, reclaimed and in some cases destroyed, in accordance with all domestic and international regulatory standards. For more information, please visit www.remtec.net or e-mail info@remtec.net.
The newly constructed 30,000 square foot facility is part of a three-phase program to contain and manage Class I and II Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and other halocarbons. The initial phase will provide Halon reclamation and banking capabilities on a regional basis to petrochemical companies and other end users. The second phase will expand these services to include reclamation and banking of all ODS including Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) refrigerants, and in addition Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) that are high in Global Warming Potential (GWP). The third phase will install advanced systems that safely destroy all of these substances and other environmentally-hazardous wastes using patented Plasma Arc Destruction Technology.
The facility will be equipped with a full laboratory that will be capable of testing to a number of standards including ASTM-D5632-08, ISO 7201-2:1991 or Military Specification B-8741 (USAF). Refrigerant testing to the AHRI Standard 700-2006 will also be developed as later project phases are added. Ultimately, the laboratory will provide convenient and accurate testing of Halons and refrigerants throughout the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe.
Finally, as ODS are phased out, it will be important that these materials are handled properly, particularly at the end of their useful lives. This is a concern to many countries in the region as well as to the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) and the World Bank. For this reason, this project was selected to be part of a case study by the World Bank, to examine methods to manage and destroy ODS as they are phased out. Using Plascon Plasma Arc Destruction Technology, ODS will be destroyed with an extremely high Destruction Removal Efficiency (DRE) of 99.9999%. Mr. Marcus concluded his remarks by stating, “A high DRE is achieved with de minimis emissions to the atmosphere and a safe, salt water solution as the only effluent. In conjunction with our alliance partner, DoloMatrix in Australia, RemTec is able to provide these environmental solutions in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner, in areas of the world that normally lack this advanced technology. In addition, Plascon also has the potential to destroy chlorophenols, chlorinated phenoxywaste, concentrated PCB, Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and chlorinated solvents, which are present in the Middle East and surrounding regions.”
ABOUT REMTEC INTERNATIONAL
Established in 1986, RemTec International is a world leader in the recovery, reclamation and destruction of Halons and Refrigerants. RemTec’s Halocarbon Management Program uses patented technologies which avoid emissions that either destroy the ozone layer or add to global warming potential. RemTec's unique approach facilitates safe disposal of unwanted Halons, CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs on a worldwide basis. These hazardous substances are recovered, reclaimed and in some cases destroyed, in accordance with all domestic and international regulatory standards. For more information, please visit www.remtec.net or e-mail info@remtec.net.
Friday, August 13, 2010
AHRI Publishes Guideline for Content Recovery and Proper Recycling of Refrigerant Cylinders
The Chemical and Refrigerant Reclaimers Section of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has approved for publication AHRI Guideline Q-2010, Content Recovery & Proper Recycling of Refrigerant Cylinders.
This document is available for free download.
It is a guideline for content recovery and recycling of cylinders at the end of their useful service life.
This document is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all good practices or requirements.
The guideline applies to all U.S Department of Transportation (DOT) non-refillable and refillable fluorocarbon refrigerant cylinders, as defined in Section 3 of AHRI Guideline Q-2010, having water capacity greater than two pounds used to transport refrigerants sold in the United States.
"Publication of this guideline is another example of our industry's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship," said AHRI President & CEO Stephen Yurek. "We are pleased to once again make an important guideline available free of charge for the benefit of reclaimers, recyclers, and technicians."
AHRI develops and publishes guidelines and performance rating standards for industry products. The guideline is intended for the guidance of the industry, including manufacturers, engineers, installers, contractors and users. Standards establish rating criteria and procedures for measuring and certifying product performance so that products are rated on a uniform basis. AHRI's guidelines and standards are available for free download from the AHRI Web site because AHRI members want to make it easier for contractors, designers, and engineers to make choices based on easily accessed testing and rating information.
This document is available for free download.
It is a guideline for content recovery and recycling of cylinders at the end of their useful service life.
This document is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all good practices or requirements.
The guideline applies to all U.S Department of Transportation (DOT) non-refillable and refillable fluorocarbon refrigerant cylinders, as defined in Section 3 of AHRI Guideline Q-2010, having water capacity greater than two pounds used to transport refrigerants sold in the United States.
"Publication of this guideline is another example of our industry's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship," said AHRI President & CEO Stephen Yurek. "We are pleased to once again make an important guideline available free of charge for the benefit of reclaimers, recyclers, and technicians."
AHRI develops and publishes guidelines and performance rating standards for industry products. The guideline is intended for the guidance of the industry, including manufacturers, engineers, installers, contractors and users. Standards establish rating criteria and procedures for measuring and certifying product performance so that products are rated on a uniform basis. AHRI's guidelines and standards are available for free download from the AHRI Web site because AHRI members want to make it easier for contractors, designers, and engineers to make choices based on easily accessed testing and rating information.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Looking for R-22
LOOKING FOR $$$$ FOR YOUR R-22?
You've found it with RemTec!
-Payment for R-22 Meeting 98% purity
-Shipping documents supplied
-Tank pickups scheduled for you
-Freight paid both ways*
-Complete paper trail provided
-Free disposal of <98% purity R-22
-Hydrostatic cylinder testing**
RemTec International
1100 Haskins Rd.
Bowling Green, OH 43402
1-888-873-6832
gary.stofan@remtec.net
*Based on a minimum net weight requirement
**Available at an additional cost.
You've found it with RemTec!
-Payment for R-22 Meeting 98% purity
-Shipping documents supplied
-Tank pickups scheduled for you
-Freight paid both ways*
-Complete paper trail provided
-Free disposal of <98% purity R-22
-Hydrostatic cylinder testing**
RemTec International
1100 Haskins Rd.
Bowling Green, OH 43402
1-888-873-6832
gary.stofan@remtec.net
*Based on a minimum net weight requirement
**Available at an additional cost.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
RemTec International Extends a Five-Year Agreement with DoloMatrix as Exclusive Representative for Plasma Arc ODS Destruction Technology
RemTec International Extends a Five-Year Agreement with DoloMatrix as Exclusive Representative for Plasma Arc ODS Destruction Technology in North America - Producing High Quality Offset Credits for the Carbon Compliance MarketBOWLING GREEN, OH, USA – (Business Wire) – RemTec International, the largest privately-owned reclaimer of halons and refrigerants, announced today the extension of its five year agreement with DoloMatrix International, Ltd., to be the exclusive representative for SRL Plasma’s Plascon® equipment in North America, designed to destroy Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS). The DoloMatrix destruction technology along with RemTec’s patented recovery and reclaiming equipment, produces carbon offset credits that exceed the requirements of a newly released Climate Action Reserve (CAR) Ozone Depleting Substances Project Protocol. This protocol delivers permanent greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions for the carbon compliance market.
“The combination of our technologies and services provides the ultimate in transparency, tracking and accountability. In addition, Plasma Arc Destruction is environmentally superior to high temperature incineration.”
“We can provide superior carbon offset credits because the combined technologies of RemTec and DoloMatrix use Technology & Economic Assessment Panel (TEAP) testing methodology, specifically designed to measure the destruction of ODS. In addition, our detailed tracking and documentation system follows individual shipments from the source to final destruction. When combined with our online real-time computer monitoring, our system provides complete transparency to carbon offset providers, verifiers and outside regulatory agencies on a 24 hour basis.
“This represents the first phase in our efforts to establish regional facilities that offer cradle to grave management of halons and refrigerant gases that are high ozone depleters, or that are high in global warming potential. In addition to our existing processing plant in Bowling Green, Ohio future operations are also planned in the Middle East and Asia.”
Mr. Marcus concluded by saying, "Through the combination of our proprietary technologies, we are able to offer an enhanced ODS Destruction Protocol. This is very timely, especially considering certain recent Amendments to Senate Bill 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act, that were introduced by Senators John Kerry (D-MA), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Joe Lieberman (I-CT). This Bill specifically recognizes offset credits for ODS destruction for both domestic and international projects.”
ABOUT REMTEC INTERNATIONAL
Established in 1986, RemTec International is a world leader in the recovery, reclamation and destruction of Halons and Refrigerants. RemTec’s Halocarbon Management Program uses patented technologies that avoid emissions that either destroy the ozone layer, or add to global warming potential. RemTec's unique approach facilitates safe disposal of unwanted Halons, CFCs, HCFCs, and HFCs on a worldwide basis. These hazardous substances are recovered, reclaimed, and in some cases destroyed in accordance with all domestic and international regulatory standards. For more information, please visit http://www.remtec.net/
RemTec International
1100 Haskins Road
Bowling Green, Ohio, 43402
USA
419-867-8990
419-867-3279 (Facsimile)800-372-1301 (Toll Free / North America)
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Technician Training and Certification
The EPA updated its list of approved Section 608 programs on April 14, 2010.
The list of authorized 608 Technician Training and Certification programs can be found at http://www.epa.gov/Ozone/title6/608/technicians/608certs.html.
Section 608 certification applies to the servicing of motor vehicle air conditioners.
The last update of the Section 609 programs was occurred on April 14, 2009.
The list of approved 609 Technician Training and Certification programs can be
found at http://www.epa.gov/Ozone/title6/609/technicians/609certs.html.
Section 609 certification applies to the servicing of stationary refrigeration and
air conditioning equipment.
Refrigerant Sales Restriction
The U.S. EPA instituted a refrigerant sales restriction on November 14, 1994.
Some information resulting from the restriction appears below.
Section 608 certified technicians may not buy “small cans”(containers filled with less than 20 pounds of R-12 or EPA-approved motor vehicle air conditioner substitutes, that contain an ozone-depleting substance).
Section 609 certified technicians may not buy R-22 in any size container because it’s an ozone-depleting refrigerant that isn’t intended for use in motor vehicle air
conditioners.
Buses that use R-22 refrigerant aren’t defined as motor vehicle air conditioners,
so Section 608 certification is required to service them.
The list of authorized 608 Technician Training and Certification programs can be found at http://www.epa.gov/Ozone/title6/608/technicians/608certs.html.
Section 608 certification applies to the servicing of motor vehicle air conditioners.
The last update of the Section 609 programs was occurred on April 14, 2009.
The list of approved 609 Technician Training and Certification programs can be
found at http://www.epa.gov/Ozone/title6/609/technicians/609certs.html.
Section 609 certification applies to the servicing of stationary refrigeration and
air conditioning equipment.
Refrigerant Sales Restriction
The U.S. EPA instituted a refrigerant sales restriction on November 14, 1994.
Some information resulting from the restriction appears below.
Section 608 certified technicians may not buy “small cans”(containers filled with less than 20 pounds of R-12 or EPA-approved motor vehicle air conditioner substitutes, that contain an ozone-depleting substance).
Section 609 certified technicians may not buy R-22 in any size container because it’s an ozone-depleting refrigerant that isn’t intended for use in motor vehicle air
conditioners.
Buses that use R-22 refrigerant aren’t defined as motor vehicle air conditioners,
so Section 608 certification is required to service them.
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