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Navigating the World of Solvent Waste Management: A Guide to Recycling and Disposal

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Companies in today’s market must be as competitive and efficient as possible. Most businesses must find ways to cut any unnecessary operating costs while also adhering to stringent waste management regulations. If your activity involves the use of hazardous solvents, you may need to implement an effective solvent waste management plan. What could be better than installing in-house solvent recycling equipment? Waste Solvents that You Can Recycle Using this System:  Non-Halogenated Solvents: This is the most common type of general waste and includes solvents such as methanol, acetone, ethanol, ether, ethyl acetate, hexanes, and toluene. Halogenated Solvents: These include halogenated solvents such as dichloromethane and chloroform, either in total or as a mixture (methylene chloride) Heavy Metals Solvents: This includes any solvent waste that contains heavy metals such as arsenic, cadmium, barium, chromium, lead, selenium, mercury, and silver. Paint Solvent and Residue: This...