Accessing Federal Data Bases for
Contaminated Site Clean-Up
Technologies
Fourth Edition
Prepared by the Member Agencies of the
Federal Remediation Technologies Roundtable:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Department of Defense
U.S. Air Force
U.S. Army
U.S. Navy
Department of Energy
Department of interior
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Tennessee Valley Authority
Coast Guard
1995
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NOTICE
This document has been funded by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under
Contract 68-W2-OQ4. It has been subject to administrative review by all agencies participating
in the Federal Remediation Technologies Roundtable, and has been approved for publication.
Any mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or
recommendation for use.
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FOREWORD
This document provides abstracts of information on accessing both Federal data bases that contain
data on innovative remediation technologies and Federal information exchange systems (bulletin boards,
etc.) that provide a means for environmental professionals to transfer information on contaminated site
cleanup technologies. This document is a reference tool created by the Federal Remediation
Technologies Roundtable that provides information on those systems maintaining data on remedial
technologies. It may be used by project managers as a pointer to repositories of technical information,
or as a source of contacts that may be useful to future system design. Each data base profile contains
information on data elements, system uses, hardware and software requirements, and access. The profiles
also contain contacts for each system.
The Roundtable was established in 1990 as an interagency committee to exchange information and
provide a forum for joint action regarding the development and demonstration of innovative technologies
for hazardous waste remediation. Roundtable member agencies expect to complete many site remediation
projects in the near future, and recognize the importance of providing expedited access to Federal
information resources for RPMs and anyone interested in innovative technology development.
Walter W. Kovalick, Jr., Ph.D.
Chairman
Federal Remediation Technologies Roundtable
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface [[[ v
Alternative Treatment Technology Information Center (ATTIC) ..................... 1
* Bioremediation in the Field Search System (BFSS) ................................ 3
* Business Gold [[[ 5
Case Study Data System ................ , ................................ 7
Cleanup Information Bulletin Board System (CLU-IN) .............................. 9
Cost of Remedial Action (CORA) Model ..................................... n
* Defense Environmental Network and Information Exchange (DENIX) ................... 13
Defense RDT&E Online System (DROLS) .................................... 15
Energy Science and Technology Data Base ..................................... 17
Environmental Technologies Remedial Actions Data Exchange (EnviroTRADE) .......... . . 19
Environmental Technology Information System (ITS) .............................. 21
* Global Network for Environmental Technology (GNET) .......................... 23
Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection Data Base (HWSFD) ....................... 25
Installation Restoration Data Management Information System (IRDMIS) .............. 27
National Technical Information Service (NTIS) Bibliographic Data Base ............... 29
New Technology from DOE (NTD) ........................................... 31
Prospective Technology (ProTech) and the Technology Catalogue ...................... 33
Records of Decision System (RODS) .......................................... 35
ReOpt: Electronic Encyclopedia of Remedial Action Options ......................... 37
Research in Progress (RIP) Data Base ......................................... 39
RREL Treatability Data Base ............................................ 41
Soil Transport and Fate Data Base and Model Management System ..................... 43
* U.S. Bureau of Mines Bulletin Board System (USBM-BBS) ........................ . . 45
Vendor Information System for Innovative Treatment Technologies (VISITT) ............ ; . 47
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TABLES
Table 1: System Characteristics of Federal Data Bases
Table 2: Summary of Federal Data Bases
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PREFACE
The Federal Remediation Technologies Roundtable developed this publication to provide information
on accessing Federal data bases that contain data on innovative remediation technologies. This document
updates and expands information presented in the third edition published in 1993. Data bases appearing
for the first time in this edition are denoted in the Table of Contents by an asterisk.
The profiles contained in this edition were identified through a review of reports, articles, and
publications by Roundtable member-agencies and telephone interviews with data base experts.
Roundtable members include the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of
Defense (DoD), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and U.S. Department of the Interior (DOT). In
addition, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Tennessee Valley Authority
(TVA), and the U.S. Coast Guard participate in Roundtable activities.
This document is a reference tool that provides profiles on electronic systems maintaining data on
remedial technologies. It may be used by project managers as a pointer to repositories of technical
information, or as a source of contacts that may be useful to future system design. Each data base profile
contains information on data elements, system uses, hardware and software requirements, and access.
The profiles also contain contacts for each system. A matrix showing system characteristics of the data
bases included in this document is provided on page v. The table beginning on page vii summarizes the
information contained hi the data base profiles.
This document is a joint effort of the Roundtable member agencies, and is revised periodically. If your
agency operates or maintains any data bases on remediation technologies that you would like to include
in future versions of this document, or if you have any suggestions for improving this document, please
complete the form at the end of this document and return it to: Naomie Smith, Technology Innovation
Office, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (5102W), 401 M St, SW, Washington, DC 20460.
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Table 1: System Characteristics of Federal Data Bases
System Name
Alternative Treatment Technology
Information Center (ATTIC)
Bloremedlation in the Field Search
System (BFSS)
Business Gold
Case Study Data System
CLU-IN Bulletin Board System (BBS)
Cost of Remedial Action Model (CORA)
Defense Environmental Network and
Information Exchange (DENIX)
Defense RDT&E Online System
(DROLS)
Energy Science and Technology Data
Base
Environmental Technologies Remedial
Actions Data Exchange (EnviroTRADE)
Environmental Technology Information
System (TIS)
Global Network for Environmental
Technology (GNET)
Hazardous Waste Superfund Data
Collection (HWSFD)
Technology
Description
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Performance
Data
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Cost
Data
X
X
X
X
X
X
Case
Studies
X
X
X
X
X
X
Updated
Periodically
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
User
Fee
X
X
X
Public
Access
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
System
Operator
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Online
Capability
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Page
Number
1
3
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
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Table 1 (concluded): System Characteristics of Federal Data Bases
System Name
Installation Restoration Data Management
Information System
National Technical Information Service
(NTIS) Bibliographic Data Base
New Technology from DOE (NTD)
ProTech & the Technology Catalogue
Record of Decision System (RODS)
ReOpt: Electronic Encyclopedia of
Remedial Action Options
Research in Progress
RREL Treatablllty Data Base
Soil Transport and Fate Data Base
U.S. Bureau of Mines Bulletin Board
System (USBM-BBS)
Vendor Information System for
Innovative Treatment Technologies
(VISITT)
Waste Management Information System
(WMIS)
Technology
Description
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
- - • -
Performance
Data
-
X
X
X
X
X
- — - —
Cost
Data
—
X
X
X
X
Case
Studies
-— -
X
X
X
X
X
Updated
Periodically
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-*•
User
Fee
X
X
X
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Public
Access
—
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-'-•• -- - ~"
System
Operator
X
X
==£==
Online
Capability
X
X
X
X
X
X
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Number
—
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29
31
33
35
37
39
41
43
45
47
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Table 2: Summary of Federal Data Bases
Name
Objective
Data/Technology
Information
Hardware/Software
Contacts
Alternative Treatment
Technology
Information Center
(ATTIC)
ATTIC is an Information retrieval
network that provides technical
information on alternative
treatment methods for remediating
hazardous waste.
The data base contains abstracts
from more than 2,000 technical
references, including books, EPA
publications, journal articles, and
treatability studies.
An IBM-compatible computer,
modem, and communications
software are required to
access the system.
Online Data:
703-908-2138
ATTIC Hotline:
703-908-2137
Bioremediation in the
Field Search System
(BFSS)
The Bioremediation In the Field
Search System (BFSS) is a data
base of sites where bioremediation
is being tested or implemented or
has been completed.
BFSS provides Information on ex
situ and in situ technologies at
more than 160 bioremediation sites
nationwide. The data base
includes full-scale remediation
efforts and treatability and
feasibility studies.
BFSS requires an IBM-
compatible PC with 640K of
RAM and DOS 3.3 or higher.
Susan Richmond
Eastern Research
Group, Inc.
617-674-2851 (fax)
Business Gold
Electronic BBS that provides
information on newest technologies
available through the research and
development programs of Federal
government laboratories.
The system offers a directory of
Federal laboratory resources and
information on current solicitations,
State and regional technology and
assistance programs, government
software information centers, data
bases, and user guides.
An IBM-compatible computer,
modem, and communications
software are required to
access the system.
Business Gold
Gateway Service
800-678-6882
Business Gold
information
304-243-2551
Case Study Data
System
Stores and retrieves case-specific
information to support rule and
guidance development affecting
facility siting, corrective action, and
closure.
The data system contains more
than 200 case studies that address
topics such as floodplains, disposal
technology, treatment, and
environmental effects.
The data base system is
written in dBase III and
formatted for an IBM PC.
Corrective Action
Programs Branch/
Office of Solid Waste
U.S. EPA
703-308-8484
CLU-IN Bulletin Board
System (BBS)
The system serves as a
communications mechanism to
assist hazardous waste cleanup
professionals obtain current
Information about innovative
cleanup technologies.
The system offers messages,
bulletins, computer files, and data
bases.
An IBM-compatible computer,
modem, and communications
software are required to
access the system.
Online System:
301-589-8366
HelpLine:
301-589-8368
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Name
Cost of Remedial
Action Model
(CORA)
Table 2 (continued): Summary of Federal Data Bases
Objective
This computerized expert
model Is designed to
recommend remedial actions
for Superfund hazardous waste
sites and estimate the cost of
these actions.
Data/Technology
Information
: — ^.,... ' •. uirt
The model is comprised of two
Independent systems: an
expert system that uses site
information to recommend a
range of remedial response
actions, and a cost system that
develops cost estimates for the
technologies selected.
Hardware/Software
CORA is a stand-alone
system requiring an IBM or
compatible PC, MS-DOS
environment, 640K RAM,
and 5MB of hard disk
space.
Contacts
CORA Hotline
CH2M Hill
703-478-3566
Defense
Environmental
Network and
Information
Exchange (DENIX)
This system serves as a
centralized communications
platform for disseminating
information pertaining to DOD's
scheduled meetings, training,
cleanup sites, and
technologies.
The system provides user mail
service, multi-user access, and
upload/download features. It
permits access to other
environmental data networks.
The system can be
accessed with a dumb
terminal or a PC with a
modem and
communications software.
DENIX is available only to
DOD personnel.
Kim Grein
USACE/CERL
217-373-4519
Defense RDT&E
Online System
(DROLS)
This bibliographic data base
provides information on DOD's
ongoing research and
technology efforts.
The system provides access to
three data bases: Technical
Report Data Base, Research
Work Unit Information System,
and Independent Research and
Development Data Base.
The system is available via
dial-up to the Defense
Technical Information
Center's central computer
system.
Defense Technical
Information Center
703-274-6434
Energy Science and
Technology Data
Base
This multi-disciplinary
bibliographic file contains
worldwide references to basic
and applied scientific and
technical research literature.
The system includes
references to journal literature,
conferences, patents, book,
monographs, theses, and
engineering and software
materials.
The system is available via
dial-up through DOE's
Integrated Technical
Information System (ITIS)
and to the public through
DIALOG Information
Services.
DOE Office of
Science and
Technical
Information
615-576-1222
DIALOG Information
Services
800-334-2564
STN International
800-848-6533
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Name
Objective
Data/Technology
Information
Hardware/Software
Contacts
Environmental
Technologies
Remedial Actions
Data Exchange
(EnviroTRADE)
This system facilitates the
exchange of environmental
restoration and waste
management technologies,
particularly with international
markets.
The system contains data on
international environmental
restoration and waste
management technologies,
organizations, sites, activities,
funding, and contacts.
System access is available
via the Global Network for
Environmental Technology
(GNET) on the World Wide
Web (http://www.gnet.org)
or the Microsoft Network
(go GNET).
International
Technology
Exchange Program
U.S. DOE
301-903-7930
Environmental
Technology
Information System
(TIS)
This system provides
information about potential
waste clean-up technologies.
The system offers advice on
screening remedial options
based on site-specific input
information.
The system can be
accessed via dial-up using
a PC, minicomputer, or
mainframe. Special
software is required.
Bill Lawrence
Idaho National
Engineering
Laboratory
208-526-1364
Global Network for
Environmental
Technology (GNET)
Provides services to enhance
efforts to communicate and
exchange information to
commercialize innovative
environmental technologies.
GNET offers Environmental &
Technology NewsBriefs, an
Environment & Technology
Business Forum, and
Environmental & Technology
Information.
GNET can be accessed via
the Internet, requiring a PC,
modem, communications
software, and Internet
access.
GNET Client
Services
703-750-6401
gnetnet.org
7010 Little River
Turnpike
Suite 430
Annandale, VA
22003
Hazardous Waste
Superfund
Collection Data
Base
This online bibliographic data
base corresponds to a special
collection of hazardous waste
documents located throughout
the EPA library network.
The system includes
bibliographic references and
abstracts on EPA reports,
OSWER policy and guidance
directives, legislation,
regulations, and non-
government books.
The system is available
through the EPA Online
Library System or it can be
downloaded from CLU-IN.
Both methods of access
require a PC, modem, and
communications software.
Hazardous Waste
Superfund
Collection
EPA Headquarters
Library
202-260-5934
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Installation
Restoration Data
Management
Information System
(IRDMIS)
National Technical
Information Service
(NTIS)
Bibliographic Data
Base
New Technology
from DOE (NTD)
Protech & the
Technology
Catalogue
Table 2 (continued): Summary of Federal Data Bases
Data/Technology
Information
This data base supports
technical and managerial
requirements of the Army's
Installation Restoration
Program and other
environmental efforts.
This is a bibliographic retrieval
system that references the
reports of major federal
agencies.
This system is designed to
disseminate information about
DOE research results that have
potential for commercialization.
Provides detailed technical cost
and performance data on
deployable technologies
advanced by DOE's Office of
Technology Development (EM-
50) to its customers, DOE's
Offices of Waste Management
(EM-30) and Environmental
Restoration (EM-40) and
contractors.
The data base contains
analytical results from
chemical, geotechnical, and
radiological sampling.
The system consists of
unclassified government-
sponsored research,
development, engineering
reports, and other analyses
prepared by government
agencies and contractors.
The system includes
technology descriptions, patent
status, secondary applications,
literature citations, and DOE
information.
Description of technologies
supported under Integrated
Demonstrations (IDs).
The system requires
software provided by U.S.
Army Environmental Center
(USAEC).
The data base Is available
through a number of
commercial data base
vendors, such as DIALOG,
BRS, STN, Orbit, and
CISTI.
The data base is available
to DOE users with a
computer, modem, and
communications software
capable of VT-100
emulation.
Macintosh Computer
Platform.
Jim Wood
USAEC
410-671-1655
National Technical
Information Service
U.S. DOC
703-487-4650
Integrated Technical
Information System
615-576-1222
ProTech Contact:
David Biancosino
(DOE-HQ)
301-903-7961
Technology
Catalogue Contact:
Joe Paladino
(DOE-HQ)
301-903-7449
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Name
Objective
Data/Technology
Information
Hardware/Software
Contacts
Records of Decision
System (RODS)
This system provides
comprehensive information on
Superfund Records of Decision
for hazardous waste sites
nationwide.
The data base contains the full
text of all signed Records of
Decision.
A personal computer,
modem and
communications software
are required to access the
system.
Jalania Ellis
U.S. EPA/OERR
703-603-8889
ReOpt: Electronic
Encyclopedia of
Remedial Action
Options
The system provides
information collected from EPA,
DOE, and other sources about
remedial action technologies.
The system contains diagrams,
descriptions, engineering or
design parameters,
contaminants treated, technical
and regulatory constraints, and
other information for about 90
technologies.
The system runs on PCs in
a WINDOWS™ environment
and Macintosh II (or
greater) and requires 5 MB
of RAM and 12 MB of hard
disk space. OMNIS
SEVEN™ software is
embedded in the system. A
fee is required for a license
and installation materials.
Janet Bryant
Battelle Pacific
Northwest Labs
509-375-3765
Research in
Progress Data Base
This data base bridges the
information gap that occurs
between initiation and
completion of a research
project by providing information
about ongoing research
projects.
The data base contains
administrative and technical
information about all
unclassified current and
recently completed research
projects performed or funded
by DOE.
A computer, modem, and
communications software
capable of VT-100
emulation are required to
access the system.
Kelly J. Dwyer
U.S. DOE
615-576-9374
DIALOG Information
Services
800-334-2564
RREL Treatability
Data Base
The data base provides
treatability data for the
removal/destruction of organic
and inorganic chemicals in
aqueous and solid media.
The system contains 1,207
compounds with 13,500 data
sets.
The data base runs on an
IBM-compatible PC with
DOS version 2.0 to 6.0,
640K RAM, and 7MB'of
hard disk storage. It can
downloaded from CLU-IN.
Glenn M. Shaul
U.S. EPA
Risk Reduction
Engineering
Laboratory
513-569-7408
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Name
Objective
Data/Technology
Information
Hardware/Software
Contacts
Soil Transport and
Fate Data Base and
Model Management
System
The data base provides
Information on chemical
properties, toxlclty,
transformation, and
bloaccumulatlon for chemical
compounds.
The data base includes
Information on approximately
400 chemicals and models for
predicting fate and transport In
the vadose zone.
The data base will run on
IBM-compatible computers
with 640K RAM, 12.5 MB of
hard disk storage, and a
math coprocessor.
David S. Burden
R.S. Kerr
Environmental
Research
Laboratory
U.S. EPA
405-436-8606
U.S. Bureau of
Mines Bulletin
Board System
(USBM-BBS)
This system is a free computer
Information service providing
up-to-date material resulting
from USBM-research, studies,
and analyses.
The system offers information
on USBM technology news,
software products listings and
research and development
opportunities of interest to the
mining and minerals-related
industries.
An IBM-compatible
computer, modem, and
communications software
are required to access the
system.
Online System:
202-501-0373
Helpline:
202-501-0426.
Vendor Information
System for
Innovative
Treatment
Technologies
(VISITT)
This system serves as a
communications tool for
technology vendors and
government and private clean-
up personnel.
The data base includes a
variety of information ranging
from summary performance
data to waste limitations.
VISITT requires an IBM-
compatible PC with 640K of
RAM, 10 MB of hard disk
space, and DOS 3.3 or
higher.
VISITT Hotline:
800-245-4505 or
703-883-8448
Waste Management
Information System
(WMIS)
The system provides a
resource for the selection of
technologies for handling
hazardous, mixed, radioactive,
or remedial action waste.
The system includes waste
generation/process data,
information on T/S/D
capabilities, and waste profiles.
WMIS resides on a Novell
local area network at DOE.
Lise Wachter
HAZWRAP
615-435-3281
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Alternative Treatment Technology Information Center (ATTIC)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Environmental Engineering & Technology Demonstration
Edison, New Jersey
The Alternative Treatment Technology Information Center (ATTIC) is a collection of hazardous
waste treatment data bases that are accessed through an electronic bulletin board. In addition to thfe
data bases, the bulletin board features news items, bulletins, computer files, and a messaging system
that enables users to communicate and request advice from another users and to seek help from the
system operator. The ATTIC system is continually being improved and updated.
Data
ATTIC users can access several
databases directly through the BBS:
ATTIC Treatment Technology
Database
RREL Treatability Database (see p.
41)
Bioremediation in the Field Search
System (BFSS) (see p. 3)
Vendor Information System for
Innovative Treatment Technologies
(VISITT) (see p. 47)
Underground Storage Tank (UST)
Database
Oil/Chemical Spill Database
Hardware/Software
ATTIC is accessible by any
PC or terminal equipped with
communications software and
a modem.
Contact
ATTIC Hotline
703-908-2137
Daniel Sullivan
ATTIC Program Manager
908-321-6677
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Access
Users can dial directly into ATTIC at
703-908-2138. Communications
settings are:
8 data bits
1 stop bit
No parity
1200-14400 baud
ANSI or VT-100 terminal emulation
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Bioremediation in the Field Search System (BFSS)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Research and Development
Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response
Washington, DC
The Bioremediation in the Field Search System (BFSS) provides access to a database of information
on waste sites across the country where bioremediation is being tested or implemented or has been
completed. BFSS users can search the database electronically, view data on specific types of
bioremediation sites, and print reports of selected information. Registered users also receive EPA's
quarterly Bioremediation in the Field bulletin.
Data
BFSS currently provides information
on ex situ and in situ technologies at
more than 160 bioremediation sites
nationwide. The database includes full-
scale remediation efforts and
treatability and feasibility studies that
cover sites under EPA's CERCLA,
RCRA, TSCA, and UST authority.
Data for sites include:
location
media
contaminants
cost and performance
Access
BFSS is available on diskette free of
charge from EPA's Center for
Environmental Research Information
(CERI). BFSS is also available online
through the ATTIC (see p. 1) and
CLU-IN (see p. 9) bulletin board
systems.
Hardware/Software
BFSS requires an IBM-
compatible PC with at least
640K of memory and MS-
DOS 3.3 or higher.
Contact
Susan Richmond
Eastern Research Group, Inc.
HOHartwell Ave.
Lexington, MA 02173
616-674-2851 (fax)
U.S. EPA/CERI
(513) 569-7562
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Business Gold
National Technology Transfer Center
Wheeling, WV
Business Gold is an electronic bulletin board system operated by the National Technology Transfer
Center (NTTC) to provide access to the latest information on the newest technologies available
through the research and development programs of Federal government agencies. All information on
the system is free and can be downloaded.
Data
Business Gold provides information on
the following:
Directory of Federal laboratory
resources
Current assistance program
solicitations
State technical assistance programs
Regional technology transfer centers
Current news and announcements
Technology transfer conference
calendar
Government software information
centers
Searchable data bases
User guides
Access
Users can dial directly into
Business Gold.
Communications settings are:
7 data bits
1 stop bit
Even parity
VT-100 terminal emulation
Users with 300-2400 baud
modems should dial 304-243-
2561. Users with 9600 or
higher baud modems should
dial 304-243-2560. First time
sign-ons should login as
GUEST.
Hardware/Software
To access Business Gold, you
will need a computer,
modem, telephone line, and
communications software.
Contact
Business Gold Gateway
Service
800-678-6882
Business Gold information
304-243-2551
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Case Study Data System
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Solid Waste
Washington, DC
The Case Study Data System (CSDS) is an inventory of more than 220 case studies that were
developed to support RCRA rule and guidance development activities affecting facility location,
RCRA Corrective Action, and closure. The system was completed in April 1990. The system can
be used to identify case studies that contain information on treatment technologies used at various
specific hazardous waste sites.
Data
The case studies are organized by
number in a library at EPA. The CSDS
is the indexing system for this library
that identifies appropriate case studies
by using data fields and keywords. The
case studies contain formatted
information about the geology, general
problems, processes associated with
waste handling, and treatment
technologies (including innovative,
standard, and regular procedures) for
specific sites. The case studies address
a variety of topics such as floodplains,
disposal technology, treatment, and
environmental effects.
Access
The data base is available for
downloading from the Cleanup
Information (CLU-IN) Bulletin Board
(see p. 9). The manual is available to
those who fill out an online script
questionnaire on CLU-IN requesting a
copy.
Hardware/Software
The Case Study Data System
is written in dBASE IE and
is formatted for use on an
IBM PC or compatible
computer.
Contact
Corrective Action Programs
Branch
U.S. EPA/Office of Solid
Waste (5303W)
401 M St., SW
Washington, DC 20460
703-308-8484
703-308-8617 (fax)
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Cleanup Information Bulletin Board System (CLU-IN)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Technology Innovation Office
Washington, DC
The Cleanup Information Bulletin Board System (CLU-IN) is designed for hazardous waste cleanup
professionals to use in finding current information about innovative technologies, consulting with one
another online, and accessing data bases. CLU-IN users are involved in Superfund cleanup, Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act corrective action, and underground storage tank sites, including EPA
staff, other Federal and State personnel, consulting engineers, technology vendors, remediation
contractors, researchers, community groups, and the public.
Data
CLU-IN has the following features:
Electronic messages allowing users to
leave messages for individual users or
to a large audience of users
Bulletins that can be read online such
as summaries of Federal Register and
Commerce Business Daily notices on
hazardous waste, descriptions and
listings of EPA documents, a calendar
of EPA training courses, notices of
upcoming meetings and SITE Program
demonstrations, and the text of EPA
newsletters
Files that can be downloaded for use
on the user's computer—such as
directories, data bases, models, and
EPA publications
Online Databases that can be searched
on CLU-IN
In addition, CLU-IN has special
interest group areas (SIGs) with all of
the functions of the Main Board, but
limited to a particular group or subject
area. Examples of SIGs include
Treatability Study Investigation,
OSC/Removal, and Groundwater
Technologies.
Access
Users can dial directly into
CLU-IN at 301-589-8366.
Communications settings are:
8 data bits
1 stop bit
No parity
1200-28800 baud
VT-100 or ANSI terminal
emulation
CLU-IN can also be accessed
through the Internet (via
telnet). The address is CLU-
IN.EPA.GOV or 134.67.99.13
Hardware/Software
To access CLU-IN, you will
need a computer, modem,
telephone line, and
communications software.
Contact
CLU-IN System Operator
301-589-8368
301-589-8487 (fax)
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Cost of Remedial Action (CORA) Model
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Emergency and Remedial Response
Washington, DC
The Cost of Remedial Action (CORA) Model is a computerized expert advisor used to recommend
remedial actions for Superfund hazardous waste sites and estimate their costs. The stand-alone PC-
based system may also be used for RCRA corrective action sites. The model is designed for both
current site-specific estimates and for program budgeting and planning. The system provides
recommendations for remedial action technologies on a site-specific basis, and provides a method
to estimate remedial action costs in the pre^feasibility stage of analysis.
Data
The CORA Model consists of two
independent subsystems:
Expert System—allows a user to enter
site information generally accessible at
the remedial investigation stage and
recommends a range of remedial
response actions from among 44
technology descriptions contained in
the system. It includes descriptions of
innovative treatment technologies:
Soil vapor extraction
Soil flushing
Solidification
In situ biodegradation
Soil slurry bioreactor
In situ stabilization
Pressure filtration
Cost System—develops order of
magnitude (+507-30%) cost estimates
for the technologies selected and may
be used to independently assess
remedy recommendations from other
sources.
Access
The model is available from
the contact below for a cost
of $280 which includes a run-
time version of the system
and one hour of technical
assistance.
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Hardware/Software
The CORA Model is a stand-
alone application, not
designed for LAN use. The
following are the hardware
specifications:
IBM-compatible PC
MS-DOS environment
640 KB of RAM
5 MB of hard disk space
Contact
CORA Hotline:
Jaya Zyman
CH2MHffl
625 Herndon Parkway
Hemdon, VA 22070
703-478-3566
703-481-0980 (fax)
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Defense Environmental Network and Information Exchange (DENIX)
U.S. Department of Defense
Washington, DC
The Defense Environmental Network and Information Exchange (DENK) serves as a centralized
communication platform for disseminating environmental information pertaining to DOD's
environmental security mission area. It fosters online communications and technology transfer among
DOD components. DENIX replaced the Defense Environmental Electronic Bulletin Board System
(DEEBS).
Data
DENK contains a messaging
component as well as the capability for
file transfers. DENK includes
information on cleanup technologies,
policies, and regulatory information.
Access
DENK is an online system available
only to DOD personnel.
Hardware/Software
The system can be accessed with a
dumb terminal or a computer, modem,
and communications software via dial-
in or through the Internet.
Contact
For online access:
Kim Grein
CERL/U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers
P.O. Box 9005
Champaign, IL 61826-9005
217-373-4519
217-373-4421 (fax)
Scott Markert
Director, DESCIM
200 Stovall St.
Alexandria, VA 22322
703-325-2335
703-697-7548 (fax)
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Defense RDT&E Online System (DROLS)
tLS. Department of Defense
Defense Technical Information Center
Alexandria, Virginia
The Defense Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Online System (DROLS) was
developed by the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) to provide online access to its data
collection of ongoing Department of Defense (DOD) research and development efforts. The system
includes citations to reports distributed by DOD. DROLS is used to identify, input, and retrieve
information and order documents. The system can be searched by author, source, date, title, subject,
project, contract, report numbers, and funding sources.
Data
DROLS provides access to three
separate data bases:
Research and Technology Work
Unit Information System (WUB)
Data Base (containing ongoing DOD
research and technology efforts at the
work unit level)
Technical Report Data Base
(consisting of bibliographic records of
technical reports submitted to DTIC)
Independent Research and
Development (IR&D) Data Base
(containing contractors' independent
research and development efforts
shared with DOD). This data base is
proprietary and accessible only to
classified DOD terminals
Access
DROLS is an online system that can
be accessed through the DTIC central
computer system. DROLS is available
only to DTIC-registered users. To
subscribe to the online system, contact
DTIC at the number below.
Hardware/Software
Classified users are required
to use dedicated phone lines
requiring special encryption
equipment or STU-IH
installation. Dial-up or
dedicated access to DROLS
is available for unclassified
users.
Contact
Defense Technical
Information Center
Attn: DTIC-BCP DROLS
Information
Building 5, Cameron Station
Alexandria, VA 22304-6145
703-274-6434
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Energy Science and Technology Data Base
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Science and Technical Information
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
The Energy Science and Technology Data Base is a multi-disciplinary bibliographic data base of
references to basic and applied scientific and technical energy- and nuclear-science research literature
worldwide. The information is collected for use by government managers and researchers at DOE
National Laboratories, other DOE researchers, and the public. Abstracts are included for most
records. Items date from 1976 to the present, with older literature included in some subject areas.
Data
The Energy Science arid Technology
Data Base includes references to
journal literature, conferences, patents,
books, monographs, theses, and
engineering and software materials.
About half of the references are from
foreign sources. Coverage includes
engineering, environmental sciences,
geosciences, hazardous waste
management, and materials handling.
The data base is continually updated
by about 180,000 records per year. The
system can be searched by author, title,
subject, and research organization.
Access
The Energy Science and Technology
Data Base is available to the public
through DIALOG Information Services
for a fee. Other versions are available
to the public through STN
International and to DOE employees,
contractors, and other government
agencies through DOE's Integrated
Technical Information System.
DIALOG has a companion file called
Nuclear Science Abstracts, covering
the period from 1947 to 1976, that is
not available through ITTS.
Hardware/Software
Users can dial into the
system through DIALOG or
STN with a computer,
modem, and communications
software. DOE users should
contact ITIS for access.
Contact
Integrated Technical
Information Service
(ITIS)
U.S. DOE/OSTI
P.O. Box 62
Oak Ridge, TN 37831
615-576-1222
DIALOG Information
Services
800-334-2564
STN International
800-848-6533
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Environmental Technologies Remedial Actions Data Exchange (EnviroTRADE)
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Environmental Restoration and Waste Management
Washington, DC
The Environmental Technologies Remedial Actions Data Exchange (EnviroTRADE) is an
international information system that matches environmental problems with potential technological
solutions by combining information management techniques, graphical interfaces, and the
Geographical Information System (GIS). EnviroTRADE was developed to identify domestic and
intrernational environmental technology market opportunities.
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Data
EnviroTRADE contains both foreign
and domestic technologies and needs
profiles. Users can identify possible
matches between worldwide
environmental restoration and waste
management needs and technologies.
EnviroTRADE will also provide
general information on international
environmental restoration and waste
management organizations, sites,
activities, funding, and contracts. The
system is user friendly, providing
visually oriented information such as
photographs, graphics, maps, and
diagrams of technologies and sites.
The system has expanded into a fully
functionally Geographical Information
System (GIS).
Access
Online Internet access to
EnviroTRADE is available through
GNET (see p. 23).
Hardware/Software
Access to EnviroTRADE
through GNET is provided
via the World Wide Web
(http://www.gnet.org) and the
Microsoft Network (go
GNET).
Contact
Susan Johnson
International Technology
Exchange Program
U.S. Dept. of Energy
Trevion H, EM-523
Washington, DC 20585-0002
301-903-7930
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Environmental Technology Information System (TIS)
Department of Energy
Idaho National Engineering Laboratory
Idaho Falls, Idaho
The Environmental Technology Information System (US) contains technology information relative
to innovative and available technologies to support environmental management. Cost, vendor
information, previous uses, and measures of effectiveness are included when those data are available
in the literature. Uses of the US include online access to information regarding technologies for
environmental management processes; aid in identification of currently listed technologies; aid in
accessing other computerized information (through "launch" of other computer programs);
documentation of technology choices; linkage of information from one document to another; data
collection and storage; and full-text retrieval of technology information.
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The TIS provides descriptive
information gathered from journals and
other references, conference
proceedings, and expert experience.
Retrieval of information is by any
word found within the TIS. Expert
knowledge is built into the TIS by use
of logic trees to aid the uninitiated
user. Current users continue to add
information to the ITS.
Contact
Bill Lawrence
U.S. DOE/Idaho National
Engineering Laboratory
P.O. Box 1625-3970
Idaho Falls, ID 83415
208-526-1364
208-526-6802 (fax)
Access
See Contact.
Hardware/Software
TIS resides on a VAX/DEC 5800
Ethernet server which is accessible by
IBM-compatible or Macintosh PC,
minicomputer, or mainframe. A "client
piece" of the "Topic" software is
required.
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Global Network for Environmental Technology (GNET)
Global Environment & Technology Foundation
Annandale, Virginia
The Global Network of Environment & Technology (GNET) utilizes the latest communications
technology to bring together the people, processes, and policies that shape environmental business.
GNET provides services to enhance efforts to communicate, exchange information, and conduct
business. GNET was developed by the Global Environment & Technology Foundation (GETF), a
not-for-profit organization sponsored in part by DOE's Global Environmental Technology Enterprise
initiative. GNET was created to promote the commercialization of innovative environmental
technologies to achieve environmentally sustainable development. GNET provided an interactive
communications service for the White House's Technology for a Sustainable Future Initiative,
bringing together high-level environmental, decision-makers and facilitating development of the
national environmental technology strategy, "Bridge to a Sustainable Future." GNET services are
used by the Interagency Environmental Technologies Office, governmental agencies, businesses, and
individuals in the environmental technology field.
Data
GNET has the following features:
Environment & Technology
NewsBriefs—This special news
service is provided weekly to members
via e-mail, the Microsoft Network, or
through the GNET World Wide Web
site. Environment & Technology
NewsBriefs is a round-up of executive
summaries of the top stories in the
environmental business field, culled
from over 750 published sources.
Environment & Technology Business
Forum—GNET members can interact
on-line with top environmental policy
makers and executives through the
monthly Environment & Technology
Business Forum.
Environment & Technology
Information—GNET provides data on
environmental product and service
marketing opportunities, contracts,
Federal programs, policy and law,
current events, and financing
assistance.
Access
Access to GNET is provided
via the World Wide Web
(http://www.gnet.org) and the
Microsoft Network (go
GNET).
Hardware/Software
To access GNET, you will
need a computer, modem,
and Internet access (with Net
browsers such as Netscape,
Mosaic, or Chameleon).
Contact
GNET Client Services
7010 Little River Turnpike
Suite 430
Annandale, VA 22001
703-750-6401
703-750-6506 (fax)
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Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection Data Base (HWSFD)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, DC
The Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection is a special collection within the EPA Headquarters
Library. The Hazardous Waste Superfund Collection Data Base (HWSFD) contains bibliographic
references and abstracts for the documents in the collection. The data base is designed to meet the
information needs of EPA staff. The system provides a unified resource of major hazardous waste
reports, books, and journals through the EPA Library Network; current information to assist EPA
staff in making timely and effective policy and regulatory decisions; and assistance in the transfer
of hazardous waste information from EPA to the states as part of EPA's technology transfer effort.
Data
The HWSFD contains selected
abstracts of books, legislation,
regulations, Federal agency reports,
EPA policy directives, and EPA
reports. The abstracts can be searched
by keywords, title, date, author, EPA
program office, and abstract. The
HWSFD is updated quarterly. Selected
documents from the Collection are
distributed to the 10 EPA Regional
libraries, EPA laboratory libraries, and
the National Enforcement
Investigations Center hi Denver, CO.
Access
The Data Base is available through
two sources: the EPA Online Library
System (OLS); and the CLU-IN BBS
(See page 9). Access to either requires
a computer, modem, and
communications software.
The OLS number is 919-549-0720.
The communication parameters are
300-9600 baud, 7 data bits, 1 stop bit,
and even parity. At the first prompt,
type IBMPSI. At the second prompt,
choose OLS. To exit, type QUIT and
follow the prompts.
Hardware/Software
Both versions can be
accessed with a PC, modem,
and communications
software.
Contact
Hazardous Waste Superfund
Collection
EPA Headquarters Library
(3404)
401 M St., SW
Washington, DC 20460
202-260-5934
OLS user support:
800-334-2405
For an OLS user manual:
919-541-2777
CLU-IN Help Line:
301-589-8368
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Installation Restoration Data Management Information System (IRDMIS)
U.S. Army Environmental Center (USAEC)
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland
The Installation Restoration Data Management Information System (IRDMIS) exists to support the
technical and managerial requirements of the Army's Installation Restoration Program (IRP), Base
Closure Program (BCP), and other environmental efforts of the U.S. Army Environmental Center
(formerly U.S. Toxic and Hazardous Materials Agency). Since 1975, more than ten million technical
data records have been collected and stored in the IRDMIS. These records represent information
collected from more than 100 Army installations.
Data
The records contain information on:
geodetic map coordinates of sampling
efforts;
digitized map information on
installation boundaries and other key
features;
geodetic elevations;
field drilling procedures and sampling
water table measurements;
chemical sampling and analytical
results;
radiological sampling and results;
meteorological information; and
standards for specific analytes
method descriptions of chemical,
geotechnical, and radiological sampling
and analysis procedures
Data consist of analytical results from
chemical, geotechnical, and
radiological sampling coupled with
sampling location information. A Data
Dictionary specifying data base field
definitions, acceptable entries, and file
formats is available upon request.
The IRDMIS data base uses menus to
access data and producing reports.
Graphical display capabilities are
provided so that users can view and
manipulate data in two or three
dimensions.
Access
The system is available to
USAEC project managers and
contractors actively
submitting data into IRDMIS.
Contractors are restricted to
data concerning their
respective activities only.
Access by other Federal and
State agencies are handled on
a case by case basis.
Hardware/Software
Users are provided with
DOS-based software to
access the data base.
Contact
James Wood
USAEC
Attn: SElM-AEC-Room I
Building E4460
Aberdeen Proving Ground,
MD 21010-5401
410-671-1655
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National Technical Information Service (NITS) Bibliographic Data Base
U.S. Department of Commerce
Springfield, Virginia
The National Technical Information Service (NTIS) Bibliographic Data Base is a self-supporting
agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce and is the largest single source for public access to
Federally produced information. NTIS is the Federal agency charged with collecting and distributing
Federal scientific, technical, and engineering information. The NTIS collection covers current
technologies, business and management studies, foreign and domestic trade, environment and energy,
health, social sciences, general statistics, and hundreds of other areas. When Federal agencies and
their contractors forward reports and other items to NTIS, these items are entered into the NTIS
computerized bibliographic data base and become part of the NTIS archive.
Data
The NTIS bibliographic data base
contains data about Federal data and
software files, U.S. government
inventions available for licensing,
reports on new technologies developed
by Federal agencies, Federally
generated translations, and reports
prepared by non-U.S. government
agencies. An increasing proportion of
the data base consists of unpublished
material originating outside the U.S.
Most NTIS records include an abstract.
Access
The NTIS data base is available
through a number of vendors:
BRS (800-345-4277)
CISTI (613-993-1210/in Canada)
DIALOG (800-334-2564)
ORBIT (800^56-7248
STN International (800-848-6533)
Some of these systems also allow
ordering printed copies of documents
from the NTIS collection. NTIS also
allows ordering of documents from the
sales desk (703-487-4650). The data
base is also available on CD-ROMs.
Hardware/Software
The hardware and software
required to access NTIS
online depends upon the
individual system used, but
generally include a computer,
modem, and communications
software for dial-in access
and a computer and CD-
ROM drive for a CD-ROM
version.
Contact
National Technical
Information Service
U.S. Department of
Commerce
Springfield, VA 22161
703-487-4650
703-321-8547 (fax)
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New Technology from DOE (NTD)
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Science and Technical Information
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
New Technology from DOE (NTD) contains brief descriptions of Department of Energy (DOE)
research results that have potential for commercialization by United States industries. This data base
is the centralized source of online information on DOE technical innovations and advancements.
Data
Each NTD record includes a
technology description, patent status,
secondary or spinoff applications,
literature citations, DOE laboratory and
sponsoring information, subject
descriptors, and a contact for further
information. The NTD currently
contains 1200 records from 1986 to the
present. It is anticipated that older
records dating from 1983 will be
added to the data base.
Access
The data base is available to DOE and
its contractors through the Integrated
Technical Information System (TTIS).
Public access is provided through the
National Technical Information
Service's Technology Transfer
Program.
Hardware/Software
DOE and its contractors can access the
HIS using a computer, modem, and
communications software capable of
VT-100 emulation.
Contact
Integrated Technical
Information System
U.S. DOE Office of Science
and Technical
Information
P.O. Box 62
Oak Ridge, TN 37831
615-576-1222
Technology Transfer Program
National Technical
Information Service
U.S. Department of
Commerce
5285 Port Royal Road
Springfield, VA 22161
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Prospective Technology (ProTech) and the Technology Catalogue
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Environmental Restoration and Waste Management
Washington, DC
Computer-based communication tool to describe innovative environmental cleanup technologies.
ProTech can provide management support to IDCs and DOE Office of Technology Development
personnel as well as minimize the time and effort spent by field personnel to provide information
on their technologies. It provides detailed technical cost performance data on deployable technologies
advanced by the Office of Technology Development to its customers, DOE's Offices of Waste
Management (EM-30) and Environmental Restoration (EM-40) and their contractors. The Technology
Catalogue uses the data produced by Protech and distributes it to personnel throughout DOE and its
laboratory system.
Data
The ProTech user is presented with a
schematic that divides all technologies
into five categories: drilling,
characterization and monitoring,
extraction, above-ground treatment,
and in-ground destruction and/or
immobilization of contaminants. Each
of these categories is divided into "ID
technologies" and "baseline
technologies." The user can click on
any technology and pull up a fact sheet
describing the need and objective of
the technology and a graphic
describing the components of the
technology.
Access
See Contact.
Hardware/Software
Macintosh computer platform.
Contact
ProTech:
David Biancosino
U.S. Department of Energy
301-903-7961
Gretchen McCabe
Battelle Seattle Research
Center
206-528-3338
Technology Catalogue:
Joe Paladino
U.S. Department of Energy
301-903-7449
Nancy Prindle
Sandia National Laboratory
505-844-7227
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Records of Decision System (RODS)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response
Washington, DC
The Records of Decision System (RODS) is a data base containing the full-text of the Superfund
Records of Decision (RODs) for National Priorities List sites nationwide. The data base is available
online and on CD-ROM. A ROD contains data about the remediation technology to be used for a
site, including justifications for why the technology was chosen. The RODS system can be used to
search for a Record of Decision for a particular Superfund site; for RODs for sites with similar
conditions, wastes, or media; and RODs for sites that use a particular technology.
Data
Each record in RODS contains the text
of a single ROD. A ROD describes the
selection of the cleanup method for the
site and includes a site history,
description of alternatives for site clean
up, rationale for the chosen cleanup
method, cost estimates, and a summary
of responses to public comments. The
CD-ROM includes site maps, figures,
data tables, and Explanations of
Significant Differences (ESDs) for
RODs signed in FY92-94. RODS can
be searched by Region, State, site
name, date, ID number, media, text,
remedy, keyword, and contaminant.
Access
The RODS data base on CD-ROM is
available from the National Technical
Information Service (NTIS). To order,
contact NTIS at (703) 487-4650. The
order number is PB95-500104GEI.
Direct access to RODS is available to
EPA staff and firms that have relevant
EPA contracts. Contact the RODS
Help Line for an account. For those
who do not have direct access,
searches can be done by a specialist at
the RODS Help Line.
Hardware/Software
RODS is located on EPA's
mainframe computer in
Research Triangle Park,
North Carolina, and is
accessible through a
computer, modem, and
communications software.
EPA employees may have
direct access to the RODS
system through their LANs or
through access to the EPA
data switch.
Contact
Jalania Ellis
U.S. EPA/OERR (5201G)
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
703-603-8889
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ReOpt: Electronic Encyclopedia of Remedial Action Options
(Formerly Remedial Action Assessment System [RAAS] Technology Information System)
Battelle Pacific Northwest Laboratories
Richland, Washington
ReOpt provides information about remedial technologies drawn from DOE, EPA, and industry
sources. ReOpt provides descriptions of about 90 technologies, breaking the information into
categories, including application and regulatory infonnation for nearly 850 contaminants. ReOpt was
developed as part of DOE's Remedial Action Assessment System project.
Data
For each technology, ReOpt contains
information for the following
categories:
Flow diagram
Description
Engineering or Design Parameters
Contaminant Applicability
Data Requirements
Associated Technologies
Technical Constraints
Regulatory Constraints
References
Previous Applications
ReOpt allows users to search by
media, contaminant, and the way the
functional manner in which the user
wants to restore the site (such as, in
situ treatment) to focus the analysis of
those technologies potentially
applicable to the scenario.
Access
The system is available on diskette for
Federal staff and contractors under a
Limited Government License from the
Energy Science and Technology
Software Center (ESTSC). Others may
purchase ReOpt through Sierra
Geophysics in Kirkland, Washington,
(1-800-826-7644, ext. 120).
Hardware/Software
ReOpt runs on IBM
compatibles in WINDOWS™
and Macintosh E (or greater)
computer systems. The
system requires a high-
resolution color monitor, a
mouse, a 3.5" disk drive,
5MB of RAM, and 12MB
hard disk storage space. The
system contains an embedded
data base software product,
OMBIS SEVEN™ by Blyth
Corporation and requires that
a licensing fee be paid to
obtain this license and the
installation materials.
Contact;
Energy Science and
Technology Software
Center
615-576-2606
Janet Bryant
Battelle Pacific Northwest
Laboratory
P.O. Box 999, MSJN: K7-94
Richland, WA 99352
ReOpt FAX Hotline:
509-375-6417
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Research in Progress (RIP) Data Base
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Scientific and Technical Information
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
The Research in Progress (RIP) Data Base contains administrative and technical information about
all unclassified current and recently completed research projects performed funded by the Department
of Energy (DOE). This file bridges the information gap that occurs between initiation and completion
of a research project. It serves as a technology transfer medium, a management information system
for use in program planning and implementation, a system for current awareness and networking for
the scientific community, and a resource base for publishing summaries of research in specific
programmatic areas.
Data
RIP contains information on
approximately 23,000 DOE research
efforts. Records are maintained for five
years after project completion. All
information on file is updated annually
or when significant changes occur.
Access
RIP is available to DOE and its
contractors through the DOE Integrated
Technical Information System, and
available to the public as part of the
Federal Research in Progress
(FEDRIP) data base on the DIALOG
information system for a fee. Some
records and data elements appropriate
only for DOE use are omitted from the
FEDRIP version.
Hardware/Software
RIP is accessible by any IBM
or compatible personal
computer or Macintosh
equipped with a modem and
communications software
capable of VT-100 emulation.
FEDRIP is available via dial-
up to the DIALOG system
with a computer, modem, and
communications software.
Contact
Kelly J. Dwyer
U.S. DOE Office of
Scientific and Technical
Information
P.O. Box 62
Oak Ridge, TN 37831
615-576-9374
DIALOG Information
Services
800-334-2564
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RREL Treatability Data Base
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Risk Reduction Engineering Laboratory
Cincinnati, Ohio
The Treatability Data Base provides a thorough review of the effectiveness of proven treatment
technologies in the removal or destruction of chemicals from media such as municipal and industrial
wastewater, drinking water, groundwater, soil, debris, sludge, and sediment. The data base includes
only those technologies that are commercially available. The data base is distributed to Federal, State,
and local governments, foreign governments, academia, industry, and many other groups.
Data
The data base contains 1207
compounds and 13,500 treatability data
sets. The data base is organized by
chemical. For each compound, the data
base includes:
Physical/Chemical Properties
Freundlich Isotherm Data
Aqueous and Solid Treatability Data
Scale (Bench, Pilot, or Field)
Average Concentration of
Contaminants in Influent and Effluent
Average Percentage of Removal
Reference Citations with a Reference
Abstract
Access
The data base is available for free
upon request. To obtain a 3.5" diskette
copy, send a written request or fax to
the contact listed below. The system is
searchable online through ATTIC (see
page 1) and downloadable from CLU-
IN (see page 9).
Hardware/Software
The Data Base is a stand-
alone menu driven system
that runs on an IBM PC or
compatible using DOS 2.0 to
6.0. The system requires 9
MB of hard disk space and
640 KB of RAM.
Contact
Glenn M. Shaul
U.S. EPA/ORD
26 West Martin Luther
King Dr.
Cincinnati, OH 45268
513-569-7408
513-569-7787 (fax)
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Soil Transport and Fate Data Base and Model Management System
Center for Subsurface Modeling Support
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Laboratory
Ada, Oklahoma
The Soil Transport and Fate (STF) Data Base Version 2.0 presents quantitative and qualitative
information concerning the behavior of organic and inorganic chemicals in soil. The STF Data Base
provides users with recent information on chemical properties, toxicity, transformation, and
bioaccumulation for hundreds of chemical compounds. It can be used by environmental managers,
scientists, and regulators working on problems related to vadose zone contamination and remediation.'
Data
The software consists of three major
components: the STF Data Base; the
Vadose Zone Interactive Processes
(VIP) Model and Regulatory and
Investigative Treatment Zone (RTTZ)
Model; and the VIP and RTTZ model
editors. The data base includes
approximately 400 chemicals identified
by chemical name (as referenced in 40
CFR Part 261), the Chemical Abstract
Service (CAS) number, and the
common chemical name. The VIP and
RTTZ models are one-dimensional
models that are used hi predicting the
fate and transport of hazardous organic
constituents in the vadose zone. The
VIP and RITZ model editors aid in the
creation of input files for the
respective models and are designed to
interface with the STF Data Base.
Access
Users can obtain a copy of the system
and user manual by sending two pre-
formatted, high density, 3.5" diskettes
to the contact listed below.
Hardware/Software
The hardware/software
requirements for the STF
Data Base and Model
Management System are an
IBM-compatible computer,
640K RAM, a math
coprocessor (for VDP and
RITZ models only), and 12.5
MB of hard disk space.
Contact
David S. Burden
U.S. EPA Robert S. Kerr
Environmental Research
Laboratory
Center for Subsurface
Modeling Support
P.O.Box 1198
Ada, OK 74820
405-436-8606
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U.S. Bureau of Mines Bulletin Board System (USBM-BBS)
U.S. Bureau of Mines
Washington, DC
The USBM-BBS is a free computer information service providing up-to-date material resulting from
USBM research, studies, and analyses.
Data
Among the USBM-BBS File Menus
are:
USBM Tech News, concise factsheets
outlining new technological
developments from research programs,
including environmental remediation,
of interest to the mining and minerals-
related industries.
Software Products Listing, a
catalogue of computer products dealing
with environmental technologies and
other research areas.
R&D Opportunities, a list of USBM
projects that describes the research
efforts and goals and outlines potential
cooperative opportunities.
Access
Users can obtain a copy of the system
and user manual by sending two pre-
formatted, high density, 3.5" diskettes
to the contact listed below.
Hardware/Software
To access the USBM-BBS, you will
need a computer, modem, telephone
line, and communications software.
Contact
USBM-BBS System Operator
U.S. Bureau of Mines
MS 5243
810 7th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20241
202-501-0426
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Vendor Information System for Innovative Treatment Technologies (VISITT)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Technology Innovation Office
Washington, DC
The Vendor Information System for Innovative Treatment Technologies (VISITT) contains
technology information submitted by developers, manufacturers, and suppliers of innovative treatment
technology equipment and services. The system can be used by ha2ardous waste cleanup
professionals to learn about the application and performance of these technologies.
Data
VISIT! contains data on vendors of
innovative remediation technologies to
treat ground water in situ, soils,
sludges, and sediments, including soil
washing, thermal desorption, solvent
extraction, bioremediation, and in situ
vitrification. VISITT does not include
established technologies such as
incineration and ex situ groundwater
treatment. Technologies may be at the
bench-, pilot-, or full-scale. Each
vendor profile includes company
information, technology description,
and applicable media, wastes, and
contaminants. Other information may
include unit costs, performance, waste
limitations, hardware and capacity,
project names and contacts, treatability
study capabilities, and references.
VISITT contains information on 277
technologies offered by 171 developers
and vendors. About 73% of the
technologies in VISITT are available
commercially at full scale. About 70%
of vendors provide performance data.
EPA's Technology Innovation Office
is developing a companion database to
VISITT, called VendorFACTS, that
will contain data for site
characterization technologies. For
information on VendorFACTS, contact
the VISITT hotline.
Access
VISiJLT is free and available
through the ATTIC (see p. 1)
and CLU-IN (see p. 9)
Bulletin Board Systems.
VISITT is also available on
diskette from EPA's National
Center for Environmental
Publications and Information
(NCEPI). Users are strongly
encouraged to obtain VISITT
through one of the Bulletin
Board Systems.
Hardware/Software
VISITT requires an IBM-
compatible PC with at least
640 KB of available RAM,
10 MB of hard disk space,
and MS-DOS 3.3 or higher.
It is available on either 3.5"
or 5.25" diskettes.
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VISITT Hotline
PRC Environmental Management, Inc.
1505 Planning Research Drive
McLean, VA 22102
800-245-4505 or 703-883-8448
703-556-2852 (fax)
To Order Diskette Copy
Send name, organization, address,
phone number and diskette size (3.5"
or 5.25") to:
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box 42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
(513) 891-6685 (fax)
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Waste Management Information System
Department of Energy
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
The Waste Management Information System (WMIS) is a dynamic system currently being developed
as a management and planning tool. The system provides an accurate and complete resource for
information pertaining to waste streams and treatment, storage, and disposal facilities throughout the
Department of Energy (DOE) complex. WMIS is populated with mixed, hazardous, and radioactive
waste data from the various DOE sites. As DOE's primary waste management information system,
WMIS supports a variety of DOE programs as well as customizing reports to meet the needs of
specific projects.
Data
The data exists in two major areas:
Treatment, Storage, and Disposal
(T/S/D) Capabilities—a compilation
of DOE facilities, both existing and
planned, for the treatment, storage, and
disposal of waste. Storage capabilities,
capacities, and information on types of
acceptable feedstocks are included.
Treatment and disposal methodologies
are presented with operating
parameters and restrictions.
Waste Profiles—data on the various
waste streams that have been identified
for waste management activities. Data
includes generation rates, quantities,
characterization, point of contact
information, and applicable waste
management options.
The data in the two areas presented
above are being merged through an
artificial link that enables the user to
determine which waste profiles or
waste streams are managed at the
facilities listed in the T/S/D
Capabilities.
Access
Direct access to the system is
available at DOE
Headquarters.
Hardware/Software
The database resides on a
Novell local area network
and applications are written
in FoxPro.
Contact
Lise Wachter, HAZWRAP
Martin Marietta Energy
Systems, Inc.
P.O. Box 2003, MS-7606
Oak Ridge, TN 37831-7606
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Technology Innovation Office
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (5102W)
401 M Street, SW
Washington, D.C. 20460
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