Jul 21, 2017 | FAQs, hexane solvent
Many of the solvents used in the solvent extraction process, such as butane, propane, hexane, isopropyl alcohol and ethanol, can be recycled and re-used right within your facility, using solvent recycling systems. Hexane solvent, in particular, is a simple molecule...
Jul 20, 2017 | FAQs, Recycle Ethanol
Ethanol waste is common in the manufacturing industry and in extraction processes. It is widely used as a solvent, dehydrant and a cleaning fluid, so it’s not surprising it is frequently contaminated with water, grease, oil, and other contaminants. Recycle...
Jul 18, 2017 | FAQs, Parts Washer
Reducing parts washer waste is of critical importance for today’s chemical supply companies. We’ve broken down the most frequently asked questions on the topic according to the EPA. What is a parts washer? Parts washers are commonly used in manufacturing...
Jul 17, 2017 | FAQs, Solvent Recovery
There is a lot to digest when it comes to the solvent recovery or recycling process. What type of solvent recycler should I choose? What overhead costs in addition to the still should I be concerned about? How much time will I need to devote to an operations team?...
Jul 12, 2017 | FAQs, Solvent Recycling
What are the benefits of an on-site solvent distillation process? Using on-site solvent recovery technology can help in the solvent distillation process. SRS distillation units can recycle nearly any spent solvent, providing many benefits: Purchasing managers see...
Jul 7, 2017 | FAQs, Solvent Recycling, spent solvent
A spent solvent is a type of spent material, which is defined by the EPA as “any material that has been used and as a result of contamination can no longer serve the purpose for which it was produced without processing.” Under the federal Resource...
