This guide is designed to help you understand and comply with regulations for spray coating. See how you can save money, improve working conditions, comply with regulations, avoid penalties, keep customers and neighbors satisfied, and reduce air pollution. Be aware this is not an IDEM publication and therefore regulations may differ as do contact names and numbers. The benefits of reducing waste are reduced pollution and decreased operating cost to the business. Releases of high-priority toxic chemicals are the primary focus of this report, but other significant solid and liquid wastes will be included.
Barriers exist that limit the implementation of pollution prevention projects and technologies.
Barriers, and strategies to overcome them will also be discussed in this report. Be aware this is not an IDEM publication and therefore regulations may differ as do contact names and numbers. Although the model is currently aimed at metal and plastic parts coating, future plans include alternative coatings for wood. SAGE is an electronic handbook designed for use by shop owners with questions about metal degreasing and cleaning. The system will return information to you on likely processes and chemistries to replace your current solvent process.