The table below lists solutions to reduce waste and pollution in synthetic resins and fibers production. Company environmental programs should demonstrate that these options have been considered thoroughly. Direct links to online guides to synthetic resins and fibers production follow the table. Large amounts of process chemicals can evaporate through tiny leaks in equipment and storage devices. Selection and maintenance of storage, transfer, and processing equipment can effectively minimize losses.
Employee training is also critical to prevention efforts.
The use of statistical process control, automation, and employee training can lead to a more efficient operation. Because the cost of generating off-spec material includes the cost of the raw materials, all the labor and overhead associated with processing that material, and the disposal costs, it is quite apparent that this is an area that can provide significant economic benefits. Using a more active catalyst and purchasing catalysts in the active form can reduce catalyst consumption and decrease emissions generated during catalyst activation. Catalyst activity can also be optimized by limiting catalyst residence time in the charge lines In-process Recycling Vapors of styrene and solvents can be recovered for reuse. Equipment cleaning waste may be reused in some manner.