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Chlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Soil Washing As the cost of
remediation of PCB impacted soil grew out of proportion, our professionals went
to work to find a cost-effective remedial solution for the problem. We
successfully decontaminated pervious and impervious solid surfaces impacted with
PCB and heavy metals.
Our attention now is directed toward finding a remedial
technology to extract PCBs from soil and sediments. We are actively conducting
a QA-Level II pilot study in cooperation with national laboratories to determine
the effectiveness of our technology. Results of our QA Level II study
documented the reduction of PCB levels in soil by 80% to 82% after the first
wash cycle. Further studies and confirmations are being conducted by our
professionals at this time.
- Reduce the amount of PCB impacted soil by 90% or better, no incineration
or generation of undesired waste streams.
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Return the decontaminated soil to its normal use following stringent
cleanup verification and quality assurance.
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Reduce
the amount of concentrated PCB (solute) to be disposed of, thus reducing
reliance on landfilling.
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A final step of the study will be devoted to assessing biodegradation of
the PCB concentrate (solute), to make our technology a turnkey process — completely
eliminating reliance on landfills and, accordingly, eliminating all potential
future liability for our Clients in lieu of being PCB waste generators with a
Generator Number.
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