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Citation
(2002), "Eco-Per containers", Pigment & Resin Technology, Vol. 31 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/prt.2002.12931bad.007
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2002, MCB UP Limited
Eco-Per containers
Keywords: Solvents, Containers, Safety
Eager to complement the range of facilities set up to improve the use of chlorinated solvents, ATOFINA has developed a functional container for solvents which it claims guarantees safe transport, storage and use, whilst eliminating all risks of emissions and soil pollution. This container is now available in the European market under the name "Eco-Per container''.
The company explains that the chlorinated solvent is stored in a traditional drum placed inside a container, which acts as a veritable mobile drip-vessel. Made of galvanised steel, the container features a tight lid and a fast- locking device which, according tom ATOFINA, prevents mechanical damage in case of impact or fall. As a result, there is believed to be no risk of accidental contamination during transport, storage or handling, in accordance with the strictest European regulations including the directive on volatile organic compounds (VOCS).
Designed for filling and discharging machines without any risk of leakage, the container is linked to the machine via a sealed connection through a purpose-built anti-drip stop-valve and a gas return device. Filling takes place using a pump integrated in the container. A ball-cock is said to ensure a smooth discharge. In addition, in order to prevent handling errors, the device is clearly marked to differentiate between containers for new product and containers for used product earmarked for recycling. Both types of containers are shuttle containers.
The functional benefits of the Eco-Per container is thought to represent an optimum technical choice based on guaranteed leakproof and emmisson-free transport, storage and transfer operations (filling and discharge of machines) and therefore claims: increased protection (hygiene and safety) of operators who run no risk of accidental contamination or exposure to solvent vapours during handling,
Optimised use of chlorinated solvents in closed circuits through guaranteed sealed equipment both in machines and at the beginning and end of cycles.
Eco-Per containers are available to users via the network of distributors of ATOFINA's range of chlorinated solvents in France and in other European countries.
Details available from: ATOFINA UK Ltd, Tel: +44 (0)161 304 2394; Fax: +44 (0)161 304; E-mail: penny.parkes@atofina.com ; Website: http://www.atofine.co.uk – http://www.autofina.com