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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 30, 2007
Strong Provides Air Force with Waste-to-Energy Solution
The US Air Force identified the need for removal of their supply of out-of-spec Aqueous Fire Fighting Foam (AFFF). Before replacing this supply with a new formula, a non-landfill alternative disposal method for the existing stock was required. This request specified disposal through one of two methods: (1) incineration or (2) waste water treatment. Although either method was considered advantageous over landfill, both presented challenges to be taken into account in order to develop a satisfactory disposition process for the material.
When used, AFFF is mixed with water and expands into a fire suppressant foam. This characteristic prevented the material from being disposed of via waste water treatment. Strong investigated several alternative disposal methods; however, the chemical composition of AFFF presented other challenges. Upon review of the various methods available, Strong was able to present to the Air Force a third alternative, not considered by any competitor: a waste-to-energy solution based upon conversion of the liquid into a solid, then using the solid to create energy.
In keeping with the US Government's "green" mandates, the US Air Force chose Strong's unique solution to a challenging disposal problem.
Founded over a decade ago, Strong Environmental, Inc. is the recognized
industry leader in providing treatment, recycling and disposal services
for a broad spectrum of industrial, non-hazardous, EPA hazardous, DEA
controlled substances and special waste materials. We offer our clients
the industry’s most comprehensive network of waste disposal and
treatment facilities and a management team of experienced service-focused
professionals.
Contact:
Strong Environmental Incorporated
6264 Crooked Creek Road
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: (770) 409-1500
PR@StrongServices.com
www.StrongServices.com
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