Project #1
To identify an alternative to TCE for removing buffing compound and oils from brass, copper and steel parts.
08/14/2006
Jewelry, novelty items. Paperweight for Brown University
Small
Less than 1 lb
Trichloroethylene
Uses TCE
Remove buffing compound pre-plate and pre-polish
No relation
RI Workshop participant
Part of a joint venture between EPA, TURI and RI DEM to reduce the use of TCE in the Providence, RI area, four trials were conducted on this client’s buffing compounds and oil. Two products, Daraclean 283 and the Polyspray Jet 790 XS, were successful on the buffing compound and oil. The next steps will be to evaluate these cleaners on supplied parts. Client has requested on-site assistance once company's reorganization is completed.