United States
Environmental
Protection Agency
Office of Enforcement and
Compliance Assurance
Washington, DC 20460
EPA-300-F-98-002O
February 1998
EPA Federal Facilities Toxic Release and Reduction
Initiatives Fact Sheet
Background
Executive Order 12856, entitled "Federal Compliance with
Right-To-Know Laws and Pollution Prevention
Requirements", was signed by President Clinton on
August 3, 1993. The primary objectives of EO 12856 are
to encourage Federal facilities to.
•	Develop pollution prevention plans to reduce toxic
releases by 50%;
•	Collect and report data on the quantity of hazardous
materials stored, used, and released at the facility;
•	Ensure public access to use and release information
Federal facilities are required to submit annual TRI report:
starting in 1995 for data collected in 1994
Approach
A study was undertaken to analyze Federal facility TRI data for 1994 and 1995 to: 1) determine the most commonly
used and released chemicals; 2) identify currently used pollution prevention (P2) approaches and on-going pollution
prevention research and development to lower or substitute the use of a chemical; and 3) identify potential
RD/transition needs As of January 1998, fifteen chemical Fact Sheets have been developed. Please refer to the
back page to order Fact Sheets for other chemicals.
This Fact Sheet contains two charts and four main sections:
•	The charts represent the waste management distribution and percent change of TRI reported quantities.
•	Chemical Profile section
•	Identified and used P2 approaches section.
•	On-going P2 research and development section
•	P2 research and development/transition needs section
XYLENE (MIXED ISOMERS)
1995 Waste Management Distribution
13%

13%

| 4%


70%
Recydng
Energy Recovery
I Treatment
I Releases


1 00

080

0.60

0.40
c

F
020


ae
-0 20

-0 40

-0.60

-0 80

-1 00
TRI
Reporting
1994	(lbs)
1995	(lbs)
% Change
TRI Reported Quantities - Percent Change 1994 and 1995
Releases
238.063
208,847
-12%
Recycling
On-Slte Off-Site
20.156 73?457
0 39.198
-100%	-47%
Energy Recovery
On-Slte Off-Site
11,362	38,044 '
23,765 14.454
109%	-62%
Treatment
On-Slte Off-Site
16.724	55.757
1.501 10.968
-91%	-80%
Releases plus
Off-site Treatment
293.820
219,815
-25%
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CHEMICAL PROFILE: XYLENE (MIXED ISOMERS)
CAS #: 1330-20-71
SYNONYMS
DIMETHYLBENZENE
COMMON USES IN THE U.S.
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ACUTE HEALTH HAZARDS
Forty-tour Federal facilities reported releases of xylene m their 1994 or 1995 TRI reports The
largest leasers were NASA Kennedy Space Center (7% of the total 1994 reported release of
xylene) and the US Marine Corps. Barstow (also 7% of the total for 1994)
Xylene is used as a solvent, as a raw material for the production of organic chemicals used to
make polyester fibers, and to make dyes Other uses are in stenlizmg catgut and m
micfoscopy Xylene a a by product of fuel combustion and a component of certain jet fuels (i.e.
JP-4), gasoline, paints and pamt thinners, cleaning products, and adhestves.
www epa oovrttn/uatw*http //www epa oov/ttn/uat • Exposure can irritate the eyes, nose, and throat Xylene can also cause headaches, nausea,
w*	and vomiting, tiredness, and stomach upset. High levels can cause dizziness and fainting
Very high levels can cause death (source hit p.//mail odsnot com/TRIFacts)
CHRONIC HEALTH HAZARDS
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POLLUTION PREVENTION APPROACHES CURRENTLY IN USE_
AOHESIVES & SEALANTS
•	Mll-S-8516 - lead-containing MIL-S-8516 potting compounds will soon be replaced by lead-free formulations, which are being fasted at UDRI
Ftamemaster and GSA ar« current suppliers foe these sealants Results from tasting indicate the poly sulfide potting compound showed loss of
adhesion and severe shnnkage at 200 degrees F A warning label may be necessary Another concern is the possible requirement for high
electrical resistivity without the need for high fuel resistance Conversely, a potting compound with high fuel resistance may not require high
electrical properties The potential use of epoxy or fluorosUicone mate n a Is for potting applications is also a possfcitty within this specification
(source US Air Force. Wright Laboratory 1997 Pollution Prevention Needs Assessment Report, Vol 1)
POC Portsmouth Naval Shipyard	|
•	Red River Army Depot «reformulating or replacing the adhesives and/or sealants containing xylenes
HAND-WIPE SOLVENT
•	KC-13S Systems Program Office. (OC-ALC), switched to cleaners under the MIL-C-87937 specification including DS-108 for wipe-pnoMo-paint
applications They ate continuing to test and evaluate other commercially available solvents including borothene and hydrofluofoethers. Tinker
AFB. Oklahoma C*y ALC
•	Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) is approved as an alternative to MEK. Technical Order 1-1-8 which references T O 1-1-691 contains specific
procedures for the use of IPA T O 1-1-691 recommends cleaning products qualified to MlL-C-87937, Type II. Cleaners quafcfied to MIL-C-
87937B are the most environmentally friendly cleaners authorized for use on C-141 aircraft and its components (Reference PRO-ACT
Technical Inquiry 8200)
•	Replaced 1.1 .t-tnehkwoethane (TCA) and methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) with a terpene cleaner for hand w*>ing operations Martin Marietta
Astronautics	j
•	Replaced MEK with a cleaner approved by the KC-135 SPO at Tinker AFB. methyl-n-propyl ketone (MPK) ASC/RAS, Wnght Patterson AFB
HEAVY-DUTY SOLVENT
•	Hit AFB switched to terpenes and an ethyl lactate Wend for aircraft cleaning operations Mil AFB. Ogden ALC
•	Switched to alternative cleaners for MEK and TCA Pensolv L805 (a terpene-based. four part dewier); a four part cleaner (containing MEK and
toluene), and DS-108 Commodities Directorate. OC-ALC	i
•	The Corrosion Control Element. 437 Equipment Maintenance Squadron (EMS), Charleston AFB. South Carolina significantly reduced their
hazardous waste stream by reclaiming a majority of the Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) used in their aircraft re finishing operation. They did this
using an off-the-shelf recycling unit purchased from a local automobta body shop supply store This is one example of many recycling options
implemented by Federal Faciiftes to reduce the disposal of used solvents
•	Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is substituting low VOC deaners for products containing xylene
•	Nonhalogenated Systems for Cleaning Metal Paris Production testing demonstrated the viability of spray and immersion cleaning systems for
specific cleaning applications. Based on the bench scale testing. NDCEE determined that Brulin formula 815GD is the preferred aqueous
chemistry for mechanically and ukrasoracatty agitated immersion systems and will be used for production testing in the Advanced Ultrasonic
Cleaning System. Daraciean 282 was selected lot use in the Power Washer Cleaning System, although al of the chemistries downseiected for
the bench scale testing effectively emulsified the soils and prevented recontamination of the parts. NDCEE, POC; Richard Pirotta 814-269-
2810	;
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•	Toluene is found in many heavy degreasing and stripping products often as an additive instead of as the primary ingredient. It is a major
component in blanket wash cleaners used m lithographic printing Many Federal facilities have successfully found less toxic alternatives for
toluene in cleaning processes. In many cases, facilities have modified both the cleaning agent and the cleaning equipment Aqueous jet
washers, for example, are now commonly found at most DOO facikties.	|
•	Steam cabinets or vacuum vapor deg feasors will most kkely be used at OC-ALC for penetrant removal prior to plating Steam cleaning is a
viable solvent alternative for removing oily or greasy residue. The heat accelerates emulslficttion break-down, and removal of caked-on dirt and j
grease The high temperature of steam is used to heat surfaces long enough for the steam to vaponze or liquefy the oil, grease, or dirt. The
residue can then be effectively washed away with the steam condensate Steam cleaning can also be used with a degreasing agent (often a
surfactant) to enhance the solubility of grease in water Steam cleaners are available to perform medium duty to heavy duty cleaning jobs and
are available in a variety of different system configurations. Portable steam tieanets are avail able through the national stock system. These
have been used at DOO facilities for removing oil. grease, sand. rust, carbon, and burnt propellant from weapons The wastewater generated
from the steam deaning process may be treated at an industrial wastewater treatment plant, depending on the toxicity of the dirt and grease
removed
•	Using carbon dioxide blast media system for cleaning KC-135, C-141, B-52. B-1. and F-16 engines C02 is used in conjunction with solvent
cleaning methods as an initial cleaning step in the process Both G.E. and Pratt and Whitney approved the use of C02 for deaning engines.
Additional technologies successfully implemented lo replace solvent usage mi propulsion include power spray washers, water-based cleaners,
and water jet. (Reference. 6 Ley "Solvent Substitution in Jet Engine Maintenance at Tinker AFB* Proceedings from the 1996 Tn-Services	t
World-Wide Pollution Prevention Conference") Tinker AFB j
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, POLLUTION PREVENTION APPROACHES CURRENTLYJN USE„ _ . ... .
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HEAVY-DUTY SOLVENT
•	For heavy soil removal. NAVAIR recommends low vapor pressure (LVP) organic solvents These solvents are volatile organic compounds, but
due to their low vapor pressures and slower evaporation rates, they may be exempt from certain air regulations and produce lower air emissions
depending on how they are used, managed, and stored LVP solvents are generally composed of aliphatic petroleum hydrocarbons, terpenes.
esters, or organic blends with vapor pressures below S mmHg at 72 degrees F Normally, these solvents are applied with a solvent soaked
doth, followed by a surface wpe with a dean doth In some cases, a second dean doth wipe may be required to remove residual solvent to
speed drying
•	Abrasive blasting is an alternative to solvents for cleaning In the blasting process, particulate media s propeled by compressed gases or a
hqux) to impinge on the contaminated surface. No toxic or hazardous chemicals are used, however, the blasting media can become
contaminated with the material being blasted from the surface There are several different types of blasting media, some multi-purpose and
others single purpose. The various types of blasting media are. Mineral Gnt/Sand Blasting. Steel Shot. Plastic Media. Piastre Foam, Dry ice
(C02), Wheat Starch, Walnut Shells and Other Food 6y Products, and Sodium Bicarbonate.
•	Nonhalogenated Systems for Cleaning Metal Parts. Production testing demonstrated the viability of spray and immersion cleaning systems for
specific cleaning applications Based on the bench scale testing. NDCEE determined that Brukn formula 815GD is the preferred aqueous
chemistry for mechanicaRy and uKrasonically agitated immersion systems and will be used for production testing in the Advanced Ultrasonic
Cleaning System Daradean 282 was selected for use in the Power Washer Cleaning System, although all of the chemistries downselected for
the bench scale testing effectively emulsified the soils and prevented recontamination of the parts NDCEE. POC Richard Pirotta 814-269-
2810
•	Resolved by switching to terpenes and an ethyl lactate blend for aircraft clearing operations Hill AFB. Ogden ALC
•	Steam cabinets or vacuum vapor degreasers will most likely be used at OC-ALC for penetrant removal pnor to plating. Steam cleaning is a
viable solvent alternative for removing orfy or greasy residue. The heat accelerates emulsification break-down, and removal of caked-on dirt and
grease The high temperature of steam is used to heat surfaces long enough for the steam to vaponze or liquefy the oil. grease, or dirt The
residue can then be effectively washed away with the steam condensate Steam cleaning can also be used with a degreasing agent (often a
surfactant) to enhance the solubdity of grease in water Steam deaners are available to perform medium duty to heavy duty cleaning jobs and
are available m a variety of different system con figurations Portable steam cleaners are available through the national stock system. These
have been used at DOO facilities for removing oil. grease, sand. rust, carbon, and burnt propellent from weapons The wastewater generated
from the steam cleaning process may be treated at an industrial wastewater treatment plant, depending on the toxicity of the dwt and grease
removed
•	Tinker AFB is installing two vacuum vapor degreasers for wax removal. Vacuum vapor degreasers release less solvent to the atmosphere
because the work chamber is completely enclosed. The engine parts are placed in an airtight chamber into which solvent vapors are
introduced. After deamng is complete, the solvent vapors in the chamber are evacuated and captured by chiftng and carbon adsorption Once
the solvent in the chamber is evacuated, the door of the chamber is opened and the workload is withdrawn. The cleaned workload is also free
from any resriual solvent, and there are no subsequent emissions (Reference USEPA Guide to Cleaner Technologies Cleaning and
Degreasing Process Changes EPA/625/R-93/017 February 1994)
•	Using carbon dioxide blast media system for cleaning KC-135. C-141. B-52. B-1. and F-16 engines C02 is used in conjunction with solvent
cleaning methods as an initial cleaning step m the process Both G E and Pratt and Whitney approved the use of C02 for cleaning engines.
Additional technologies successfully implemented to replace solvent usage in propulsion *»dude: power spray washers, water-based cleaners,
and water jet (Reference' B Ley "Solvent Substitution in Jet Engine Maintenance at Tinker AFB* Proceedings from the 1996 Tri-Services
World-Wide Pollution Prevention Conference*) Tinker AFB
•	Tinker AFB ts mstaBmg two vacuum vapor degreasers for wax removal Vacuum vapor degreasers release less solvent to the atmosphere
because the work chamber is completely enclosed The engine parts are placed in an airtight chamber into which solvent vapors are
introduced After cleaning is complete, the solvent vapors in the chamber are evacuated and captured by chllng and carbon adsorption Once
the solvent in the chamber is evacuated, the door of the chamber a opened and the workload is withdrawn. The cleaned workload s also free
from any residual solvent, and there are no subsequent emissions (Reference- USEPA Guide to Cleaner Technologies' Cleaning and
Degreasing Process Changes EPA/625/R-93/017 February 1994).
•	Abrasive blasting is an alternative to solvents for cleaning In the blasting process, particulate media is propefted by compressed gases or a
liquid to impinge on the contaminated surface No toxic or hazardous chemicals are used: however, the blasting media can become
contaminated with the material being blasted from the surface There are several different types of blasting media, some multi-purpose and
others single purpose The various types of blasting media are Mineral Gnt/Sand Blasting. Steel Shot. Plastic Media, Plastic Foam. Dry Ice
(C02). Wheat Starch. Walnut Shells and Other Food By Products, and Sodium Bicarbonate.
PAINT CONSTITUENT
•	Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is substituting low VOC paints for pants contanmg xylene Red River Army Depot is reptacng conventional paint
guns with High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) guns, reformulating and replacing the chemical, and determwiing the feasibility of converting to a
powder coat application process. Fort McCoy is planning to use less toxic paints The facility has purchased HVLP guns and is researching
other technologies Fort McCoy has substituted 1.1.1 TCE for xylene based paint thinner and distills the new thinner on-site for reuse It has
not found an alternative thinner for use with CARC paint Idaho National Engineering Laboratory is looking for a lacquer thinner substitute. The
facility discontinued its practice of using xylene to start fires for fire extaguislung training exercises. The US Marine Corps, Butler is modifying
paint appkcation techniques and is performing material substitution.
PAINT REMOVER
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POLLUTION PREVENTION APPROACHES CURRENTLY IN USE
PAINT REMOVER
•	Automated Ultra-High Pressure Waterjet System Work call UHPWJ (N 020): This project will evaluate the automated UHPWJ process for
thermal spray coatings removal, aid in transitioning this technology to DOO repair/refurbishment depots, and explore UHPWJ stripping as a
possible alternative to other waste-generating coatngs removal processes, which utilize aad dip/media blast steps that generate hazardous
waste and damage engine components ARDEC Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD), NOCEE; POC Frederick Lancaster. NDCEE. 814-269-
2806
•	Mobile Manipulation of a C02 Turbine Wheel Coatings Removal System NDCEE tested and demonstrated the use of a oentnfugaity
accelerated carbon dioxide peltet turbine wheel (C02 TW) device manufactured by Cryogenics. Inc The device was tested using Navy
equipment and compared results with current coatings removal methods POC: Frederick Lancaster, NDCEE. 814-269-2806
•	Automated Ultra-High Pressure Waterjet System Workce* UHPWJ (N 020) This project writ evaluate the automated UHPWJ process for
thermal spray coatings removal, aid in transitioning this technology to DOD repair/refurbishment depots, and explore UHPWJ striping as a
possible alternative to other waste-generating coatings removal processes, which utilize aod dip/media blast steps that generate hazardous
waste and damage engine components ARDEC. Corpus Chnsti Army Depot (CCAD). NDCEE; POC Frederick Lancaster. NDCEE. 814-269-
2806.
•	Mobile Man*>uiat«n of a C02 Turbine Wheel Coatings Removal System: NOCEE tested and demonstrated the use of a oentrifugaty
accelerated carbon dioxide pelet turbine wheel (C02 TW) device manufactured by Cryogenics. Inc The device was tested using Navy
equipment and compared results with current coatings removal methods POC: Frederick Lancaster. NDCEE. 814-269*2806
•	Abrasive blasting is an alternative to solvents for coatings removal. In the Wasting process, particulate media is propelled by compressed gases |
or a liquid to impinge on the contaminated surface. No toxic or hazardous chemrcals are used, however, the blasting media can become	|
contaminated with the matenal being blasted from the surface There are several different types of blasting media, some multi-purpose and j
others single purpose. The various types of blasting media are. Mineral GnVSand Blasting, Steel Shot, Plastic Media, Plastic Foam, Dry Ice
(C02). Wheat Starch. Walnut Shells and Other Food By Products, and Sodium Bicarbonate.
•	Abrasive blasting is an alternative to solvents for coatings removal In the blasting process, particulate media is propelled by compressed gases
or a liquid to impinge on the contaminated surface No toxic or hazardous chemicals are used, however, the blasting media can become
contammated with the material being blasted from the surface There are several different types of blasting media, some multi-purpose and
others single purpose The various types of Wasting media are Mineral Gnt/Sand Blasting. Steel Shot, Plastic Media, Plastic Foam. Dry Ice
(C02). Wheat Starch Walnut Shells and Other Food By Products, and Sodium Bicarbonate
POWER PRODUCTION
•	According to statistics from the National Alternative Fuels Hotline. Federal facilities have steadily increased the* purchase of alternative fuels j
since 1993 By 1997. Federal facilities purchased 15.434 thousand gasoline-equivalent gallons up from 1,511 gaBons in 1993 Total	!
consumption of alternative fuels in 1997 for Federal, state and local, and private users is repotted to be 338.817 thousand gasoline-equivalent j
gallons The National Alternatives Fuel Hotline provides information on alternative fuels, 800-423-1363
•	DOE conducted a survey of Federal fleet managers in 1996 regarding the use of alternative fuel vehicles 40% of the manager* (106 survey |
respondents) identified compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles as the primary AFV in their fleets (source. USOOE "Perspectives on AFVs 1996
Federal Fleet Driver Survey. POC Patnck Summers (303) 275-4050). The five vehicle models most frequently reported by the fleet managers to
be the* primary AFVs were the Dodge Spirit. Ford Taurus, Dodge Caravan, Dodge Ram Van, and Chevrolet Lunmna Fleet managers were
asked whether drivers of the* fleet vehicle# specifically want AFVs. More than 65% of the managers whose primary vehicles are CNG-CON
(aftermarket conversion). E85, and M85 vehicles said their drivers are neutral about AFVs By contrast. 44% of the respondents whose primary j
AFV type » CNG-OEM (original eqwpment manufacturer) indicated their drivers do not want to drive them 42% of the respondents reported
that there was not an alternative fuel station reasonably dose by Fleet managers operating M8^ vehicles have the least access to fuels In (
terms of vehicle performance, 71% of the respondents said that they received about the same number of complaints about their AFVs and	j
gasokne vehicles.
•	As of September 1991. the Clean Cities Program had created partnerships in 57 communities. Program participants have more than 30.000
operational AFVs and represent more than 2,000 stakeholder organizations (source http://www.ccities.doe gov. or call the Clean Cities Hotline
800-CCITIES) Efforts to transition to AFVs are also underway at the municipal and State level, in many cases, the USE PA and DOE are
playing a coordinating role EPA Region 111 has launched a Green Communities program which includes an energy conservation component
(source http //www epa gov/regtonOS/greenkit).
•	The Energy Policy Act of 1992 requires the Department of Energy to establish a program that promotes the replaoement of petroleum based
motor fuels to the maximum extent possftie DOE'S program consists of five major elements 1) establish a strong foundation for alternative
transportation fuels. 2) secure voluntary commitments to bring the neoessary AFV infrastructure, supply and demand on-line simultaneously. 3)
develop incentive programs to stimulate investment in alternative fuel vehicles and supporting infrastructure through Federal tax incentives and
grants to states. 4) secure fleet leadership from Federal fleets, state fleets, and alternative fuel provider fleets. 5) examine whether it is
technically and economically feasible to attain the petroleum displacement goals laid out in the Energy Policy Act within the statutory time limits
Some of the maior program initiatives supporting me adoption of AFVs are the Clean Cities Program, and the Alternative Fuels Transportation
Program (source US OOE "EPACT Initiatives for Alternative Fuel Vehicles an integrated strategy for «nplementing the Energy Policy Act"
1995)	I
•	Executive Order 12844 Federal Use of Alternative Fueled Vehicles (Apnl 21.1993) encourages Federal facilities to procure arid use alternative	j
fueled vehicles, where possible, to reduce toxic and hazardous air pollutants; and to purchase 50 percent more alternative fueled vehicles from	t
1993 through 1995 than currently specified in the Energy Polcy Act of 1992. Federal facilities have begun purchasing alternative fueled	1
vehicles including electric vehicles and dual-fuel vehicles McClellan Air Force Base, for example, has a weii-establshed program. Other	j
governing directives include the Alternative Motor Fuels Act of 1988. the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. and Executive Order 12759 (Apnl	j
19. 1991) requiring Federal agencies to purchase annually the maximum number practicable of alternative fueled vehicles	j
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POWER PRODUCTION
• The following alternative fuel vehicles are currently avarfable for the 1998 model year
Chrysler - electnc mmtvan
Ford - five models (electric, natural gas. IPG. methanol, and ethanol)
General Motors - five models (electnc. natural gas. dual fuel)
Hoods - two models (natural gas, electric)
Nissan - one model (electric)
Toyota - one mode) (electric jAdcMwial information on these vehicles is available from the California Energy Commission and can be found at
http //www energy ca gov/energy/afvs
ON-GOING POLLUTION PREVENTION RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
ADHESIVES & SEALANTS
Sealant Manufacturer's Initiatives
The following research projects are underway for alternative adhesives and sealants
Sealant Manufacturer's Initiatives - As previously discussed, sealant manufacturers are reformulating a number of products that are undergoing
evaluation by the aerospace industry Two efforts to note are those of Courtaulds Aerospace and Douglas Aircraft
CoortauJds Aarospaoe has published a list of less hazardous replacements for several of their products Douglas Aircraft has reported the results of
qualification tests of nonchromated MlL-S-8802 and Mll-S-81733 products. Douglas identified the MIL-S-8802 approved product as Courtaulds
PR1422 (chromated) Nonchromated candidates evaluated include Morton MC237. Flamemaster CS5540, Fiber Resin PS2082. and Morton
MC730 Douglas also reported the currently approved MIL-S-81733 products are Morton 665 (contains strontium chromate) and P rosea 1870
(contains manganese chromate) A nonchromated alternative. Morton MC730, was reported to have failed the dosmiar metal test For the results
of these tests, contact Leyland Bruce at Douglas Aircraft Company
Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Systems (LMTAS)
Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Systems (LMTAS) - LMTAS has approved two sealants for use: MC 730 and PR 1875 According to Peter
Augostini (817-777-4018). the sale of Morton might require the revaluation of MC 730. but no definitive plans have been made.
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Committee
Soaety of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Committee - The G9 Sealant committee is woifcmg in the following areas
polythioether fuel tank sealant (AMS 3277)
cleaning cloth* (AMS 3819)
non-chromate corrosion inhibiting sealant (AMS 3265)
integral fuel tank seabng compound (AMS 3276)
high strength potysutfide sealant (AMS 3269)
access door sealant (AMS 3267)
Silicone fire wall sealant (AMS 3374A)
windshield sealant (Draft G 990AE)
electricaBy conductive corrosion inhfciting sealant (Draft G 9-92AH)
low density (specific gravity of 13) sealant (AMS 3281)
polysutfide groove miection material (Draft G9-96AC)
sprayable potyurethane/potythioether fuel tank sealant (Oraft G9-92AU)
Wight Laboratory
Wright Laboratory - Ai Fletcher (MLSE - 937-255-7481) of Wright Laboratory noted four pertinent programs. They are attempting to eliminate lead
from a common potting compound used in electrical connectors Currently. Wright Laboratory is testing two formulations Another program is
developing non-MEK cleaners for use pnor to applying the sealants. This program is also in the testing process A Qualified Product List (QPL) »
under development for AMS 3166 The third program, the elimination of chromium from corrosion-inhibiting sealants, is complete. Two approved
products, AMS 3265 and 3259. has come out of this program The last program, the development of adhesion promoters for polysulflde sealants, is
complete The group has already tested and approved two products, AMS 3100/3 and AMS 3100/4, for use by the Air Force (source. US Air Force.
Wright Laboratory 1997 Pollution Prevention Needs Assessment Report. Vol 1).
HAND-WIPE SOLVENT
Substitute Wipe Solvent
Testing DS-108 as a substitute wipe solvent DS-108 Solvent was developed and patented by General Dynamics, Fort Worth Division (now
lock heed-Mart m Tactical Aircraft Systems) for use m the F-16 program. DS-108 has been qualified to meet a variety of OEM and military
specifications and received toxicity clearance from the Surgeon General, Department of the Army USAF, OC-AIC; POC Unknown.
Surface/Solvent Diagnostics for Metal Cleaning Operations
Army Research Laboratory. POC: Unknown
SubsWute Hand-Wipe Solvents
Tested 30 commercially available hand-wipe cleaners Of the 30 cleaners, only four passed all screening lests SO 1291 (Bailin Corporation):
CitraSafe (Inland Technology). Super 140 (LPS Industries): and De-Sotv-lt E&E (Orange-Sol, Inc.). USAF. Warner Robins ALC (WR-AIC/TI). POC
Unknown.
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ON-GOING POLLUTION PREVENTION RESEARCH AND.DEVELOPMENT
HAND-WIPE SOLVENT	j
Substitute Hand-Wipe Solvents
Evakiated 24 cleaners Testing ttvee potential substitutes for MEK: ISO-BLAST. MO-516F, and Androx 5564. USAF. F-15 Program Office. Wright
Patterson AFB; POC Unknown
Solvent Substitution/Low VOC Cleaners
Navy-Patuxant. POC Unknown
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Non-toxic Small/Medium Caltoer Automatic Weapons Clearing Process:	I
ARDEC. POC Unknown
Atematives for General Aircraft Maintenance:
CCAD. POC Unknown
Substitute for Hand-Wipe Solvents
Conducted extensive testing on commercially available, environmentally-friendly hand-wipe solvents for use on the B-2 program at the Air Force
Plant 42 Patmdale site Selected two solvents for implementation in manufactunng operations. DynamokJ DS-108 and DS-108CA Northrop	I
Grumman. POC Unknown
Solvent Substitution for Fuel Tank Cleaning
Using tsopropyl alcohol (IPA) as a temporary substitute for the cleaning compound (NSN 6850-00-611-7993) that contains MEK for spot cleaning
fuel tanks. The B-52 program office is working with Morton Aerospace to test a substitute sealant (MC-250) that could be removed with a substitute
cleaner that does not contain HAPS USAF. B-52 Program Office: POC' Unknown
HEAVY-DUTY SOLVENT
Solvent Replacement - Vapor Degreaser
Allied Signal will demonstrate a replacement for 1,1,1-tnchkxoethane vapor degreasing Allied Signal Army Engine Plants. POC: Mr T Russei. Mr
J Morrell. 203-385-3741
Evaluation of Alter natives to Chlorinated Solvents and Cleaners for Army Vehicles
Identify candidate replacement solvents and recovery systems for chlorinated solvents for Army vehicle maintenance and repair Test, evaluate and
determine environmental and economic benefits U S Army Materiel Command. TACOM, POC T.C Itandsy, TACOM, 810-574-8834
Environmental Acceptable Cleaning Processes:
U S Army. TARDEC. POC: Unknown
Deploy Lactate Esters as Non-toxic. Non-poHutmo Solvent
Explore the use of inexpensive lactate esters, such as ethyl lactate, for paint equipment cleaning, and honeycomb structure clearing pnor to
bonding Test recovery process Conduct economic analysis NCMS/ORNL; POC Mr Jim Frank. 708-252-7693
Continuous Aqueous Cleaning to Elynwate OOC
RIA. POC Unknown
Agueous-based Decreasing Technology:	'
The Army's Soldier Systems Command (SSCOM) will develop nonpolluting, nontoxic water-based degreasers for cleaning metal/ glass/ptostic
surfaces using bio polymer emulsifying materials Develop microbially produced natural surfactants (emulsans) through fermentation processes and
optimize chemical structure of the new matenals for specific oiVgrease removal needs. Solve production Issues for fermentation and purification of
new btoemulstfiers Relate detergency to chemical structure. Tailor chemical structure of txoemulsrfiers for specific degreasing applications
Extramural: modify bioemulsifiers by fermentation feeding strategies Chemically characterize new emulstfiefs Modify other similar bwpotymers
with fermentation technique Optimize btoremediation methods for emulsified oil/grease solutions. NRDEC and AMC-IOC; POC: Dr. Fred Allen 508-
233-4266
APMS&E for Aircraft Components
Field demonstration of laser based facility for component cleaning, coatng removal and surface preparation. Wright Lab: POC Robert Hall.
WL/MLPJ. DSN 785-2334
Alternative Cleaning Processes for Metal and Composite Honeycomb Parts
Corpus Chrtsti Army Depot and NDCEE will develop an environmentally fnendJy cleaning process for cleaning the honeycomb core, skins, and
structural members pnor to bonding. CCAD. NDCEE, POC Mr Al Goruales, 512-939-4073.
Hqh Efficiency. Low-Cost Supercritical Fluid Cleaner:
SWRI developed a natural convection supercritical fluids cleaner as a substitute for 1,1,1-tnchloroethane SWRI also designed and built a pre-
production natural convection cleaning system Under this project, SWRI will establish the cleaning envelope for the natural convection process As
of June 1997. SWRI had begun the background contamination study and the particulate filtering system design. Southwest Research Institute and
Air Force Research laboratory, POC: Mary Marshall. (210) 522-2183	\
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Laser Cleaning and Coatmos Removal
Demonstrate the use o< laser cleaning and coating removal on components ranging from turbwie engine blades to landing gear and radomes
Prototype laser-based facility will test carbon dioxide and examine laser cleaning and coating removal operations for a variety of aircraft and general
equipment cleaning Wright lab/MTPN. POC Mr Michael Waddell (513) 255-7277
APEDQM for a Supercritical Fluid Cleaner for Avionics and Mechanical Components
Alternative Process Design and Operation Manual for a supercritical fluid cleaner with an internal chamber sized to accommodate both avionics and
mechanical components Air Force Research Laboratory. POC Phil Myfcytiuk, WL/MLSE. DSN 785-3953, (513) 255-3953
APE DOM for Non-chemical Metal Cleaning of Aycraft Components
Alternative process, engineering design and operation manual for non-chemical metal cleaning process for aircraft components, including wng
skins, fuselage panels and bukheads. etc. pnor to surface preparation, such as anodizing, and subsequent pnming m preparation for coating or
adhesive bonding Air Force Research Laboratory. POC PtW Mykytiuk, WL/MLSE. DSN 785-3953. (513) 255-3953
Supercritical Cartoon Dioxide for Solvent Replacement
LANL conducted a project to develop improved techniques for cleaning with supercritical carbon dioxide. LANL has a Supercritical Fiurts
Experimental User facility available for exploratory evaluation and long-term R&D Los Alamos National Laboratory. POC Dale Spa*, Ken Laintz
Laser Cleaning for Semiconductor Manufacturing:
Joint demonstration of a laser cleaning system manufactured by Neuman Micr©Technologies. Inc for silicon wafers, photomasks, and flat panel
display substrates National Security Agency. Motorola. USEPA. Radiance Services Company; POC John Robinson. (301) 654-0228, (Radiance
Services)
Alternative Bullet Tip Decreasing Agent
ARDEC/Lake City Army Ammunition Plant; POC' Ms Bianca Roberts, 816-796-7168
Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Optical Sub-system Cleaning
ARDEC. POC: Mr. Curtis Anderson. 201-724-4287
Reduce Toxic Pollutant in Ultrasonic Cleaner Discharge Wastewater
NDCEE/Tobyhanna Army Depot. POC: Unknown
Plasma Dry Cleaning
LANL conducted a technology demonstration of plasma dry cleaning on sample components and is developing industnal process techniques
Process uses an oxygen, radio-frequency plasma to remove hydrocarbon surface contamination, such as cutting fluids, oils, and greases from
components Resultant by-products are carbon dioxide and water vapor. Reactive ions generated in a plasma bombard the substrate, releasng
contaminants Los Alamos National Laboratory; POC Harold Davis
P2 Technology Maturation
Ultraviolet Light/Ozone Clearing Wright Lab. McDonnell Douglas. SAIC: POC: Harvey Lilenfeld (314) 233-2550
Nonhalooenated Systems for Cleaning Metal Parts.
Production testing demonstrated the viability of spray and immersion cleaning systems for specific cleaning applications Based on the bench scale
testing. NDCEE determined that Brulm formula 815GD is the preferred aqueous chemistry for mechintcally and ultrasontcaSy agitated immersion
systems and will be used for production testing In the Advanced Ultrasonic Cleaning System. Daradean 282 was selected for use in the Power
Washer Cleaning System, although all of the chemistries downseiected for the bench scale testing effectively emulsified the soils and prevented
recontammation of the parts NDCEE and ARDEC; POC: Richard Pirotta NDCEE. 814-269-2810, Ms. D Demone, ARDEC. 201-724-6773.
Mobile Advanced. Aqueous Solution Recovery Systems:
NDCEE will test advanced separation and fitration technologies for dosed loop recovery of aqueous solutions NDCEE. POC: David Roberts. 814-
269-2885
Liquefied Gases as Substitutes for Traditional Solvents:
U S Army. MICOM; POC: Unknown
PAINT CONSTITUENT
Environmentally Compliant Protective Coatings
The goals of this Army project are VOC reduction and removal of hazardous materials from protective coatings. US Army Research Laboratory;
POC 1-800-USA-3845
Powder Coating Technology For Small Arms Buiet Tip Identification
Eliminate VOCs associated with painting bullet tips Demonstrate use of powder coating technologies wi buNet t*> identification Armament
Research. Development and Engmeenng Center (ARDEC); POC: 201-724-6518
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Topcoat Reformulation
JG-APP is currently sponsoring a prefect with Raytheon T! Systems, Inc (formerly Texas Instrument Defense Systems arid Electronics) to identify
reduced VOC topcoat and primer formulations Specifically. Raytheon is targeting reductions in methyl ethyl ketone (MEK). toluene, and xylene
releases associated with conventional, wet-spray coating of primer, ground support equipment topcoat, and airborne topcoat applications To date.
Ihis project has developed test protocols and will shortly be testing individual primer and topcoat formulations JG-APP POC Mr Luis Garaa-
Baco. 703/617-2818
Topcoat for SAQARM Prowctile
The goals of this Army project are to develop thin CARC paint coat for SAD ARM Projectile which meets VOC requirements Armament Research.
Development and Engmeenng Center (ARDEC): POC 201-724-6518
Reduce Or Eliminate VQCs In CARC Paint Formulation Application. & Removat
The goals of the Army project are to reduce or eliminate VOCs m CARC paint formulation (MIL-C-53039 and MIL-C-4S168), application, and
removal Reformulation writ be based on a high performance, water reduobie/water dispersive polyurethane binder system Evaluate electroless
metallic dispersion or thermoplastic spray coatings for application techniques Current stripping technologies w*l be evaluated against the new
coatings and optimised as required. US Army Research Laboratory; POC 1-800-USA-3845
RAM Improvement. Environmentally Compliant Aircraft Paints and Coatings {Contractor Support From Battelle)	j
Suppliers have been solicited to provide candidate-coating systems with pnmer and topcoat VOC levels equal to or lets than 210 grams per wer as j
pan of this USAF project The contractor will also do some formulating with low VOC resin systems POC. Unknown	I
Unitized Coating Application Facility E-Coat & Powder Coat	j
This project wil investigate painting application technologies which reduce VOC emissions and improve coating quality identify present processes, i
research on state-of-the-art techniques Development of demonstration faculty and transition to a DOO facility NDCEE; POC: Unknown
Plastic Laminate As A Replacement for Conventional Topcoats.
This Navy effort involves using plastic laminates developed by 3M as a total-body decal to replace traditional topcoats The laminates are currently
being flight tested on F-3, F-18, and C-130 aircraft The plastic film is laminated to the aircraft's primer with an acrylic adhesive Delaminatmg an
aircraft is accomplished by using steam to release and remove the adhesive The used laminate can then be land-Wed. Advantages over
traditional coatings include, reduced environmentaVOSHA issues associated with traditional paint booth applications, faster installation, elimination
of depaint hazardous waste and OSHA issues, lighter weight compared to typical multiple layer coatings, improved corrosion protection due to the
impenetrable nature of the plastic film, and improved survivability In addition to these advantages, commercial airfcne testing of the laminates have
shown a fuel savings due to decreased drag Navy. POC Dave Pulley 301/342-8050
Non-Toxic. Low VOC Wash Primer
Develop a non-toxic, low VOC wash primer as a universal metal pretreatment for Army equipment Evaluate water-borne polymers that are
compatible with moderate levels of nmneral and organic adds and test their ability to act as adhesion-promoting primers and surface passivator*.
Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center (ARDEC); POC. 201-724-6518.
Large Area Powder Coatmgs Program (Contractor Support From BBM Inc. METTS Inc . Urnv of Southern Mississippi, and WeMman Associates)
The goal of this USAF project is to provide powder materials and technology to improve aircraft coating performance and increase environmental
acceptability The use of potymeoc beads (powder) can significantly reduce the VOCs in aircraft coating formulations. Powders are also required
for high velocity thermal spray coatings, which promise lero VOCs This program will develop, optimize and produce powders that wiH provide the
desired improvements in coating systems In FY97. the processes and equipment developed will be demonstrated at WR-ALC on tactical mobile
shelter structures and other applications POC Unknown	,
Waterbome primer system improvements
This USAF effort involves assessing existing Mlt-C-85582 primer problems that prevent USAF full-scale usage Baseline laboratory integration and
field transition testing of material and process improvements wl be conducted. Assistance in transitioning the improved systems will be provided
where required This effort is proactive m solving current watertoome coatings technical issues for the purpose of transitioning from sotvent-bome
coating systems to low or zero VOC watert>ome coating systems. POC. Unknown
Advanced Corrosion Resistant Aircraft Coatings (Contractor Support From Boemo Defense and Space):
The objective of this USAF program a to develop, demonstrate and commercialize effective coaling materials and processes for aluminum alloys
which prevent pollution, reduce or eliminate hazardous waste treatment and disposal costs, and are safe to use. The new processes will be
environmentally benign and wtl meet DOD performance demands. The materials will ebminate the use of heavy metals (chromium) and volatile
organic compounds (VOCs) The program employs a two-pan paralei effort to develop a near-term coating system that will meet Aerospace
NESHAP requirements and a long-term, totaly "green" system. The near-term system includes non-chromate conversion coatings, non-chromate
and low VOC primers and topcoats The long-term solution will utilize sol-gel to replace conversion coatings, interface coatings, and low VOC, non-
¦socyanate topcoats POC. Unknown	t
Environmentally Compliant, Zero VOC Coatings (Contractor Support From Foster Miter)
The goal of this USAF project is to develop a two component, zero VOC coating that cures at room temperature in less than 24 hours. A no-VOC
poiyuiethane/vmyl dioxolane (PVD) coating was developed in phase 1 that required a 50* C cute for saveral hours to develop adequate hardness
properties This development program will address room temperature cure capability by evaluating increased catalyst levels, more reactive	t
catalysts, catalyst promoters and accelerators The C-17 Advanced Performance Coating requirement document w* be used to quantify coating j
performance POC Unknown	|
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High Velocity Thermal Spray Coatings (Contractor Support From Aspen Systems, Weidman Associates, and SA1C)
This program at WR-AIC is to develop the high velocity thermal spray (HVTS) process of applying powder based coatings and systems. It includes
development of AF specific HVTS application equipment and the development of powder based coatings Note Thermal Spray Coatings contain
zero to little solvent borne camera POC: Unknown
High solids primer properties enhancements
This USAF effort is to define the nature and extent of problems associated with the existing high solids primers Problems with adhesion and
excessive curing times have been reported Potential solutions will be evaluated utilizing existing material and process options Interaction w*h
coating manufacturers to reformulate primers to correct problems that cannot be corrected by existing options will be accomplished. Additional
pollution minimization may be achieved through reduced need for rework due to improved performance of the primers as well as reduoed flow time
for aircraft f*-coatmg. POC Unknown
KC-135 Integration Testino
The USAF High Performance Aerospace Coating System (HPACS) program has performed testing of alternative aerospace coating systems {ex
tow-VOC) on C-17 arc/aft. laboratory data as we* as flight test data from the C-17 program is available Proposed efforts are to transition the
appfccatwn of high performance aerospace coating systems to KC-135 aircraft
PAINT REMOVER
Medium Pressure Water Stripping
This effort is to evaluate semi-automation and industrialization of a pressurized water process This process can replace or enhance methylene
chloride chemical applications It applies to C-130. C-141 and other large aircraft Recycled water can be used in the water stnpping process
POC WUMLSS - CTlO; MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937>-255-0943
Emnronmenta»y Acceptable Chemical Stoppers
This effort is to determine the range of parameters for viable environmentally acceptable processes and to evaluate handing issues. Potential
benefits are to reduce or eliminate the use of toxic chemicals (HAPs). POC WUMLSS - CTIO; MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937}-25S-0943
Water Jet Paint Stnppmo:
This effort -342-
8006
Alternate Chemical Paint Strippers:
Environmentally compatible paint stoppers provide an alternative to the more hazardous products based on methylene chlonde or caustic agents
The products are effective in removing thick layers of paint buildup with minimal damage to the substrate surface. The demonstration/validation
(D/V) project confirmed that products effectively remove interior and extenor IBP from wood surface^ POC: CERL, Susan Orodz (217>-373-6732
Aqueous Paint Coating 8, Stripping
This Army protect will design and produce new protetn-based coatings for specific substrates (metals) and dean REMOVER strategy based on new
aqueous-based systems. Armament Research, Development and Engmeenng Center (AROEC). POC; 201-724-6518
Biodegradable Plastic Media - Foster Miet (SBIRV
This effort is to develop biodegradable plastic media and an associated biotreatment system, which can be. used in current generation plastic media
blastwg (PMB) aircraft coatings REMOVER processes. Th« could significantly reduce the amount of heavy metals contaminated waste from
stnpping chromate and cadmium containing paints. POC: WUMLSS - CTIO; MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937)-25S-0943
Paint Stripping Methods - Autocrawter
This program is aimed at developing an autonomous or remotely piloted vehicle prototype designed to remove aircraft coatings The approach is to
take the existing autocrawler prototype and develop end effecter delivery systems capable of stripping coatings. The end effecters being evaluated
are 1) medium/high pressure water. 2) wheat starch, and 3) flash lamp The program includes a prototype buiB tor one system POC WUMLSS -
CTIO: MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937)-2SW>943
Dry Media Stripping of Thin Skin Aluminum:
This effort will determine the effects of dry media blasting (OMB) on thinner skin aluminum. 032 and 025 inch 2024 - T3 and bare alloy. Three
different DMB will be evaluated, acrylic. pdymedia-Me and polymerized wheal starch Material characterization data for comparison of the three
media will be developed from the JPATS airframe If successful, a fottow-on integration project will be started FY98 POC WUMLSS - CTIO.
MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937}-255-0943
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Evaluation of Polymedia-lite Dry Blast Media:
This effort was to evaluate new dry blast media lor paint stripping Tests will be conducted to determine if acceptable stripping rates can be
achieved with the same or less damage to the aircraft than conventional dry blast media This is applicable to the C-S. F-1S. A-10 and C-130
POC WL/MLSS - CTIO. MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937>-255-0943
Improved Mon HAPs Chemical Stnppers
Identify/develop environmentally acceptable chemical paint strippers with a maximum dweft time of 1-hour and strip rate comparable to methylene
chloride POC WL/MLSS - CTIO. MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937)-25W»43
Next Generation Energetic Strip ex no
Identify and develop novel ideas usng energetic means to REMOVER coating layers, i.e. laser-stripping, ftashiet, pmchlamp. etc . which will alow
reduction of hazardous waste, cost and downtime of aircraft POC WUMLSS - CTIO; MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937)-255-0§43
Plastic laminate As A Replacement For Conventional Topcoats
This Navy effort involves using plastic laminates developed by 3M as a total-body decat to replace traditional topcoats The laminates are currently
being flight tested on F-3. F-18. and C-130 aircraft The plastc film is laminated to the aircraft's primer with an acrylic adhesive. Oelaminating an
aircraft is accomplished by using steam to release and remove the adhesive. The used laminate can then be land-filed. Advantages over
traditional coatings include' reduced environmentat/OSHA issues associated with traditional paint booth applications, faster installation, elimination
of depaint hazardous waste and OSHA issues, fcghter weight compared to typical multple layer coatings, mnproved corrosion protection due to the
impenetrable nature of the plastic film, and improved survivability In addition to these advantages, commercial a*1me testing of the laminates have
shown a fuel savings due to decreased drag Navy. POC Dave Pulley 301/342-8050
Polymelia Lite Evaluation for Composites
The effort s to evaluate new dry blast media for stripping paint from compostfe laminates (graphite, glass. Kevlar). Tests will be conducted to
determine if acceptable stnpping rates can be achieved with insignificant or no damage to the aircraft This is applicable to C-17 and F-22 aircraft
with potential ap[*cation to other aircraft POC WL/MLSS - CTIO; MAJ W Kevin Kuhn (937>-255-0943
Selective Stripping Process Development
Identify "smart" stnpping processes capable of selectively removing topcoats from long-kfe foundation layers (pnmers). Would allow use of
permanent foundation layers to ach«ve "paint for Lite" systems Any required HAPs. e g chromate corrosion inhibitors, could be contained wrthm
the permanent foundation layer If this is not stripped, then there is no pollution from stnpping process POC WL/MLSS - CTIO, MAJ W Kevin
Kuhn <937>-255-0943
Development of NDE for Selective Stripping-
This effort is to develop non destructive evaluation techniques for determining the health of the pnmer or "foundation layer" that is to be left on the
substrate and to inspect for corrosion under the primer or foundation layer" POC WL/MLSS • CTIO. MAJ W Kevtn Kuhn (937)-255-0943
POWER PRODUCTION
Alternative Fuel Vehicles
DOE's Office of Transportation Technologies' research and development program is spearheading the Agency's research m two areas: advanced
vehicle propulsion technologies that will enable substantial increases in vehicle fuel economy, and cost-competitive domestic alternative fuels DOO
may also be conducting research in the area of AFVs
POLLUTION PREVENTION RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT I TRANSITION NEEDS
ADHESIVES & SEALANTS
•	On-going R&D and existing commercial off the shelf technology solutions are adequately addressing the potution prevention needs for this use
HEAVY-DUTY SOLVENT
•	It appears as though these pollution prevention needs can be resolved either through current techniques and commercially available products or
on-going R&D No add
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Federal Facilities Which Reported for Both 1994 and 199S
1994 Release*	1995 Release* Percent
Facility	Off-site Treatment Off-site Treatment Change
U S ARMY RED RIVER ARMY DEPOT. TEXARKANA TX
3.200
9.350
192%
U S ARMY IOWA AMMUNITION. MIDOLETOWN. IA
8.347
20.000
140%
U S ARMY FORT MCCOY. CAMP MC COY. W1
5.515
700
-87%
U S DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY. GLADSTONE. Ml
180
0
-100%
U S ARMY FORT CAMPBELL. FORT CAMPBELL. KY
3,200
3,333
4%
U S DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY. GRAND FORKS. ND
650
0
-100%
U S ARMY AVIATION SUPPORT. SAN JUAN. PR
0
0
0%
U S ARMY. FORT MC CLELLAN. AL
230
230
0%
U S ARMY. ANNISTON, AL
10,963
12,130
11%
U S AIR FORCE PLANT 04 TX. FORT WORTH. TX
1.500
0
-100%
U S AIR FORCE OGDEN AIR. HILL A F B. UT
8.900
0
-100%
U S AIR FORCE ACADEMY. U S A F ACADEMY. CO
1,190
0
-100%
U S AIR FORCE. TYNDALL AFB. FL
6
0
-100%
U S AIR FORCE. TINKER AFB. OK
16.892
7,435
-56%
NASA JOHN F KENNEDY SPACE. KENNEDY SPACE CENTER. FL
20.370
13,901
-32%
U S ARMY FORT HOOD, FORT HOOD. TX
926
21,000
2168%
U S EPA NATL VEHICLE 4. ANN ARBOR, Ml
7
4
-43%
U.S. NAVY LONG BEACH NAVAL. LONG BEACH, CA
12,000
0
-100%
U S NAVY, SILVEROALE. WA
13,210
14,803
12%
U.S. NAVY, SAN DIEGO, CA
0
626
100%
U S NAVY, PORTSMOUTH, VA
55,000
20,150
-63%
U.S. NAVY, PATUXENT RIVER, MO
15,602
0
-100%
U.S. NAVY. MAYPORT. FL
10,500
0
-100%
U.S. NAVY, KITTERY. ME
0
8.254
100%
U.S. MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS. ALBANY. GA
16.001
11.600
-28%
U S DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY. CINCINNATI. OH
77
0
-100%
U.S. MARINE CORPS. BARSTOW. CA
20.534
10.816
-47%
U S NAVY SAN DIEGO. SAN DIEGO. CA
0
9.522
100%
U S DOE SAVANNAH RIVER SITE. AIKEN. SC
4.660
0
-100%
U S DOE SANDIA NATL LAB. ALBUQUERQUE. NM
360
0
-100%
U S DOE NAVAL PETROLEUM. TUPMAN. CA
8.164
5.506
-33%
U S DOE NAVAL PETROLEUM. CASPER. WY
0
25,370
100%
U S. DOE IDAHO NATIONAL, SCOVILLE. ID
740
42
-94%
U S DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY. WHITTIER. AK
35
0
-100%
U S DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY, VERONA. NY
996
0
-100%
U.S. DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY, SEARSPORT. ME
171
0
-100%
U.S. DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY, MACDILL AFB, FL
81
0
-100%
U S MARINE CORPS, CHERRY POINT, NC
15.000
15,000
0%
If you have additional in formation regarding an identified or used P2 approach, on-going P2 research and development,
or any P2 research and developmentAransition needs, please notify Will Garvey, US EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue,
NW, Ariel Rios Building, 3rd Floor, Washington. DC 20004-2403, or fax (202) 501-0069.
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