Managed Emission Process (MEP)

Manufacturing, by nature, can often unavoidably be a messy project. And while, for the greater good, the product is positive in its overall influence upon our world, our environment can often take the brunt of the side effects. Over the last few years we have made significant strides as a company towards minimizing the potentially harmful emissions that any of our manufacturing processes may release. Our Managed Emissions Process (MEP) Program encompasses all of these efforts and represents our Green approach to manufacturing for the future.

From SQG to CEG
In 2009, we focused heavily on reducing VOC emissions. By eliminating the use of Acetone as a process solvent from 2000 gallons per year to less than 70 gallons per year, we reduced our VOC emissions from Acetone by more than 96%! As a result of these efforts, Plasti-Fab will go from a Small Quantity Generator (SQG) of hazardous waste - nearly 17,000 pounds annually, to a Conditionally Exempt Generator (CEG) – less than 2640 lbs annually. We are subsequently eligible for a reduced air permit as well.

Plasti-Fab has also switched its process of dispensing resin from traditional containers to closed dispensing systems. This manages and controls the VOC of gassing emissions by more than 80% for infusion oriented processes.

Recycling
In 2010, we officially began recycling and reusing fiberglass waste in the form of a recycled FRP compound. This compound is not only greener, but also much stronger and will replace several poly foam materials currently being used in various projects.

We will keep you posted on all of Plasti-Fab's current and future Green and MEP programs as we continue move into a new era of responsibility and conservation.

Read more about our Managed Emission Process.