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PerkinElmer Automotive Research

Year Submitted: 2003

Process: Chemical Research

Industry: Laboratory

Wastes Reduced: Hazardous Waste

Location: San Antonio TX

No. of employees: 160

Contact: Bob Tome

Phone: 210-523-4603



Description:

Flammable lab waste contained various hazardous wastes and kerosene.

P2 Application:

Perkinelmer segregated the kerosene into the spent oil and sent it out for recycle as product for fuel blend.

Environmental Benefits:

Hazardous waste generation was reduced by 1 Ton/year.

Details of Reductions

Additional Information :

This project saves Perkinelmer $7,400/year.

Source: TCEQ