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Unreviewed P2 Options
for the
Ammonia Refrigeration Process

Following are a set of P2 options you may wish to implement. No option is perfect for everyone, but sometimes options that have worked at one facility can work at yours. They might also serve as inspiration.

Unreviewed Options for Ammonia Refrigeration

Following are a list of options that have been submitted by users of the pollution prevention planner. They have not been reviewed by pollution prevention specialists.

These options are presented so you can see what people in facilities are considering. As with any option (reviewed or unreviewed) you will have to adapt it to your facility.

 

PSM Isolated Ammonia Refrigeration Upgrades

An active Process Safety Management Program will serve to identify losses of ammonia to the atmosphere from the refrigeration systems.
 

Improved Maintenance

System is covered under PSM. Improved system maintenance can reduce leakage and purger losses.
 

UP-GRADE

ADDING EVAP CONDENSOR TO REDUCE PRESSURE OF SYSTEM FROM 210 PSI TO 180 PSI
 

continued monitoring and operation under current

continue to monitor and maintain refrigeration under PSM program. Ammonia refrigeration has not been purchased in two years therefore program is sound.
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