Open AccessEnvironmental Research Brief: Pollution prevention assessment for a Manufacturer of pressure-sensitive adhesive tape
Author(s) -
Harry W. Edwards,
M.F. Kostrzewa,
Gwen P. Looby
Publication year - 1995
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.2172/111854
Subject(s) - adhesive , pollution prevention , waste management , pollution , natural rubber , environmental science , environmental pollution , engineering , environmental protection , materials science , ecology , layer (electronics) , composite material , biology
The Waste Minimization Assessment Center at Colorado State University performed an assessment at a plant that manufactures three varieties of pressure-sensitive tape. The team report indicated that waste natural rubber adhesive is shipped offsite for disposal in large quantities, and that singificant cost savings could be achieved by redesigning the adhesive applicator on the coater for natural rubber adhesive. This research brief discusses the manufacturing process, existing waste management practices, pollution prevention opportunities, and gives additional recommendations. Tables summarize current waste generation and recommended pollution prevention opportunity