tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25836396003017246372024-03-19T03:31:15.975-04:00Clean Break UMass Lowell Toxics Use Reduction Institute LaboratoryDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-76610966272214291672018-11-15T11:33:00.000-05:002018-11-15T11:33:19.574-05:00TURI’s Hansen Solubility Parameters in Practice (HSPiP) October Challenge: Safely Dissolving PET<br />
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TURI has been using the Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP) theory
for various solvent replacement projects such replacing methylene chloride for
paint stripping, but we are hoping to replace other hazardous cleaning
solvents. Senior students who have used the Hansen Solubility Parameters in
Practice Program (HSPiP) are leaving next year, so we have started training the
next generation of TURI students to learn how to use the program to solve real
problems in solvent cleaning. Our students, ranging in major from plastics
engineering to public health, engaged in the training and wanted more hands-on approach to solving problems. As a learning exercise, the students were given a case study
and had to find a safe replacement using the HSPiP Solvent Optimizer.<br />
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<u>A Brief Overview of the Hansen Solubility Parameters
(HSP) Theory<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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theory of solubility rooted in thermodynamics that predicts if a solvent will
dissolve a solute. Essentially, the theory boils down to “like dissolves like”.
The Hansen Solubility Parameters are based on the strength of a chemical’s
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<li>Dipole-dipole forces, ẟP </li>
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parameters are then mapped in 3D space (Hansen Space), with the solvents
represented as points, and the solute represented as a large sphere with an experimentally
determined radius (as seen in the photo to the left). If a solvent falls within the sphere, it will dissolve the
solute, and if it falls outside the sphere, it will not dissolve the solute. The
closer the solvent is to the center of the sphere, the better the dissolution. This
is called the Relative Energy Distance (RED) which is calculated in the HSPiP analytical
software. The RED is the distance from a solvent to the center of the sphere
divided by the radius of the sphere. A RED less than 1 indicates that the
solvent is within the sphere and the lower the RED, the more effective the dissolution
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HSPiP contains the very useful Solvent Optimizer function. With
this theory, there is proportional mixing of the solvents, meaning that if you
mix two solvents together in a 1:1 ratio, the new HSP value will be an average
of the two HSP values. This gives potential for two solvents outside of the
sphere to be mixed together to have a new HSP within the sphere and work as a
replacement solvent. The goal is to mix solvents together in a ratio that
obtains the lowest RED, which the program does based on the solvents you input.
This means that if a hazardous chemical cleans a soil from a surface, we can
blend together safer solvents to achieve the same level cleanliness. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Students were given the following scenario to try and find a
safer substitution using HSPiP:<br /><i><b>A company is manufacturing parts by using a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) mold
that needs to be dissolved. The company is using methylene chloride at room temperature
to dissolve the PET mold. The workers are using proper gloves and eye
protection, but no masks. Find a solvent or create a solvent blend using HSPiP
that can optimally dissolve the PET mold and is safer for the workers to use.</b></i><o:p></o:p></div>
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</u>PET: (18.2, 6.4, 6.6) Radius: 4<o:p></o:p></div>
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The submitted replacements were ranked based on their
effectiveness, smallest distance to PET, and their safety scores, using TURI’s
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Acetoacetate </span></a><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">(100%)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">6.47</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">4.300</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Benzoate </span></a><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">(50%) Dimethyl Isosorbide
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">4.200</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Butyl Benzoate (50%)
Glycerol Triactetate (50%)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">7.3</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">0.54</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">3.950</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Benzyl Benzoate (18%) Butyl
Benzoate (24%) Dimethyl Isosorbide (58%)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">18.2</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">6.4</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">6.6</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">0</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">4.184</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Butyl Benzoate (83%)
Caprolactone (8%) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">2-Propanol (9%)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">18.1</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">6.4</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">6.6</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">0.05</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">4.314</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Butyl Benzoate (82%)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">γ-Butyrolactone (7%) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">2-Phenoxy Ethanol (11%)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">18.2</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">6.4</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">6.6</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">0</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">4.254</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Solvents Proposed:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Benzyl Acetoacetate</b> (CAS: 5396-89-4) <o:p></o:p></div>
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Hazards: SDS indicates none,
through a deeper search we found it was a skin irritant, eye irritant, and
hazardous to aquatic life. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Butyl Benzoate</b> (CAS: 136-60-7) <o:p></o:p></div>
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Hazards: Acute toxicity, Oral
(Category 4), Skin irritation (Category 2), Eye irritation (Category 2A) <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Dimethyl Isosorbide</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> </span>(CAS: 5306-85-4) <o:p></o:p></div>
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Hazards: None<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Benzyl Benzoate</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> </span>(CAS: 120-51-4) <o:p></o:p></div>
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Hazards: Acute toxicity, Oral
(Category 4), Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1), Chronic aquatic toxicity
(Category 1)<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Glycerol Triactetate</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> </span>(CAS: 102-76-1) <o:p></o:p></div>
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Hazards: None<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Caprolactone</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> (CAS: 502-44-3) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Hazards:</span>
<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Eye irritation (Category 2A)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">2-Propanol</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> (CAS: 67-63-0) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Hazards:
Flammable liquids (Category 2), Eye irritation (Category 2A), Specific target
organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Central nervous system</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">γ-Butyrolactone</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> (CAS: 96-48-0) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Hazards:
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), Serious eye damage (Category 1), Specific
target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Central nervous system<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">2-Phenoxy Ethanol</span></b><span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> (CAS: 122-99-6) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Hazards:</span>
<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4),
Eye irritation (Category 2A)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u>Winners<o:p></o:p></u></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglnui1n230QWs7qqEd6-9cxbokVzHgCRdmn0Z0mFadON2pIJF3YdljHLLhc4Jc2_XmiElnJ-bNMG3t0ZFd3TDkAr27Ru-KKeCKHldCEorR-mXAHxSmDjPZ-GHeJKTHOAWTPycs3SWvV2M/s1600/dan+lily.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1506" data-original-width="1600" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglnui1n230QWs7qqEd6-9cxbokVzHgCRdmn0Z0mFadON2pIJF3YdljHLLhc4Jc2_XmiElnJ-bNMG3t0ZFd3TDkAr27Ru-KKeCKHldCEorR-mXAHxSmDjPZ-GHeJKTHOAWTPycs3SWvV2M/s320/dan+lily.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dan Anspach and Lily Green 2/3 of the winning team!</td></tr>
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<b>1<sup>st</sup> Place: Dan, Lily, and Justin</b><br />
<span style="color: black; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Benzyl Benzoate (18%) Butyl Benzoate
(24%) Dimethyl Isosorbide (58%)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>2<sup>nd</sup> Place: Aaron</b><br />
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All teams participating created safer blends that had and
RED less than 0.65; congrats to everyone for learning! Students cited that the
hardest part of the challenge was finding solvents within the program that were
safe and spent most of their time looking at SDS sheets and toxicology
databases. Our first place winners received a $50 Visa gift card and trophies.
They will be presenting on their blends at a presentation to the whole TURI
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Our November/December HSPiP Challenge will be focusing on
<b>a real solvent replacement for TCE for<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxhCU_jBiOA"> electroplating</a></b>. The winners of the next
challenge will then purchase their solvents and test to see if their solution
will work in a realistic setting. They will also receive a $50 Visa gift card
and trophies. Stay tuned!<o:p></o:p></div>
<br />Dr. Cleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12348150162378737064noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-86225749101183689122018-07-30T11:18:00.001-04:002018-07-30T12:02:04.580-04:00Meet TURI's Summer Student Employees!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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TURI provides research and laboratory experiences for UMass
Lowell students from a variety of majors. Meet 11 students working in the TURI
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Teddy wanted to pursue an advanced degree that related to
his undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology. He hopes to become a
practicing Industrial Hygienist once he graduates from the Master’s Program. He
works in the TURI lab on janitorial and industrial projects and does chemical
inventory work. “As I work to get a job in the field, I want to get my certification
in industrial hygiene to begin helping and protecting workers from work related
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James always wanted to be an engineer but found that he
really enjoyed chemistry in high school. Majoring in chemical engineering was
his way of combining both disciplines. He hopes to eventually work in the
pharmaceutical industry. “I've become better prepared through my work at TURI
because it's helped me develop my report writing and problem solving skills,”
he says. “It's also taught me a lot about safety and regulation, two things
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Nicole chose to major in public health because, she says, it
offers opportunities in many different fields and provides knowledge about
health on a population scale rather than on an individual scale. “I’m focusing
on the research side of public health and I enjoy researching new information
about chemicals and how they can react with the environment and our bodies.” In
the TURI lab, she’s working with a colleague on a project to evaluate
sustainability and environmental impact of switching to reusable bags. “I hope
to continue in the research field and apply the important information and
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Lewis chose a career in public health because it was a
chance for him to make a tangible difference in the world. He works in the TURI
library, compiling new research and news articles on subjects including chronic
conditions from chemical exposure, environmental recommendations and updates to
policy in conservation, chemical regulation, and safety standards. “My
experience at TURI will make me more knowledgeable about exposure-based
diseases and what ecological conditions to look for when predicting them.” He
hopes to work for a state health department, the National Institutes of Health
or Centers for Disease Control as an epidemiologist. “As the U.S. disease
burden shifts from infectious to chronic, exposure-based diseases are becoming
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Aborrah-Le is excited about public health, a field that
allows her to study population health through observation and experimentation.
“I am hopeful that the strength of public health can continue to increase life
expectancy and improve overall quality of life,” she says. “By pursuing a
career in epidemiology, my work at TURI helps me to approach issues in public
health using alternative perspectives, addressing issues from the point of view
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Hagir likes to work in research, validating protocols and
working on projects and new products. She’s working inn the new microbiology
lab at TURI to validate the devices and developing my field trial protocols. A
medical doctor in her home country of Sudan, Hagir plans on taking the board
exam to get into medical school here. “Working on TURI lab will help me in
developing my research skills, validating new labs and qualify me to be more
than just a doctor in the future, but with research skills and broader
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Kyle has always been fascinated by technology and design.
Plastics combined with biomedical technology seemed like the perfect way for
him to have a wide-reaching social impact. He works in the TURI Library
cataloging articles and Capstone projects so that they can be more easily
accessible for those who need to access them. “I hope to be a medical device
designer in the future and I believe that my work with TURI will allow me to be
more informed about how to make safer medical devices and what alternatives
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Justin likes economics because it is influenced by everyone
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don't have borders,” he says. In the TURI lab, he’s working on media aspects of
the lab as well as janitorial testing when needed. In the future, he hopes to
work at the Federal Reserve System. “My TURI experience has given me
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Harry chose the chemistry track because he is interested in
biochemistry and organic chemistry. “Keeping up with the workload can be very
rewarding and the classes only get more interesting as the degree progresses,”
he says. As research assistant in the TURI lab, he works on janitorial testing
and taking inventory of chemicals. “Since TURI is a lab that specializes in
toxic reduction, environmental chemistry and green chemistry, I’m exposed to
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world. As a TURI lab assistant, he works on janitorial reports and testing. His
hope for the future is to work in the food industry field to find ways to
improve areas like food waste. “Working at TURI prepares me for my future
career by allowing me to practice skills such as writing reports and research.
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Kevin is interested in chemistry because it offers a real,
physical explanation for the world around us. “I find the idea incredible that
we can create new molecules to better suit our needs in society.” He is focusing
his undergraduate studies within organic chemistry and synthesis. He’s been
working on janitorial and industrial testing for TURI as well as contributing
to finalizing the setup of the new lab facility at Boott Mills. “In the future,
I hope to work as a research chemist within organic or biochemistry and TURI
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After earning a bachelor’s degree in business, Vinh Tran’s
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“Working at TURI has given me a renewed sense of direction, making me realize
that I wanted to pursue a career in STEM,” He will study biomedical engineering
in the fall. “I wish to actively improve the quality of life of humanity
through tangible means by way of medical devices. I’ve been immersed in a
professional laboratory setting at TURI, collaborating with coworkers to
complete experiments. I’ve been project lead for a number of tests, all of
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Othon is interested in biomedical engineering because it combines both engineering and biology to help improve people's lives. In the TURI Lab, he works as lab assistant, producing janitorial reports and conducting testing. “I hope to work in a medical device company one day,” he says. “The wet lab, writing of reports and research skills I have gained at TURI will add to the tools I've learned at UML to make me a better engineer.”</div>
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<br />Dr. Cleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12348150162378737064noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-56784674447374759032015-03-31T15:35:00.000-04:002015-03-31T15:37:36.870-04:00Methylene Chloride Part 1<br /><br /><i>“The TURA Science Advisory Board (SAB) has recommended designating methylene chloride (also known as dichloromethane) as a higher hazard substance under TURA. With this designation, the reporting threshold for methylene chloride use would be lowered to 1,000 lb/year for companies in TURA-covered industry sectors with ten or more employees. New companies entering the program under the lower reporting threshold would be required to file annual toxics use reports, pay annual toxics use fees, and develop a toxics use reduction plan every two years. In addition, the TURA program would prioritize methylene chloride in allocating program resources, ensuring that facilities receive targeted assistance in reducing or eliminating use of this chemical. Based on this analysis, the Toxics Use Reduction Institute supports the SAB’s recommendation that methylene chloride be designated as a higher hazard substance.” </i><br />– Toxic Use Reduction Institute, “Summary of Policy Analysis, Higher Hazard Substance Designation Recommendation: Methylene Chloride or Dichloromethane (CAS 75-09-2)”<br /><br /><br />The TURI Cleaning Laboratory, laboratory assistants have been working with different solvents to find an alternative for Methylene Chloride for a couple of manufacturing companies that are currently using that chemical for removal of resins from different materials. According to the <a href="http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp.asp?id=234&tid=42">2000 Toxicological Profile for Methylene Chloride by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry</a>, acute toxicity at short term exposure to methylene chloride can cause symptoms including skin, eye and respiratory irritation, depression of central nervous system function, headache, dizziness, nausea, incoordination, and unconsciousness.<br /><br />At very high exposure, it can be lethal and cause damage to the liver, kidney or central nervous system. Some studies suggest that long term exposure to organic solvents such as methylene chloride may cause lasting and possibly permanent central nervous system effects. Fatigue, lack of muscle coordination, loss of concentration, short term memory loss, and personality changes exhibited as nervousness, anxiety or irritability are some of the potential long-term effects of chronic and frequent exposure. Methylene chloride was highlighted in the <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6107a2.htm">February 24, 2012 CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report</a> (MMWR) due to the deaths of 13 bathtub refinishers (including one in Massachusetts) using methylene chloride containing products.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.belcastrofurniturerestoration.com/">Belcastro Furniture Restoration Company</a> ,located in Tyngsboro, MA, currently uses Methylene Chloride on their furniture to remove paint. At the moment, only the owner has proper training and ability to use the chemical using the correct personal protective equipment (PPE). We looked at the process that the company used on the wood and recreated that process within the laboratory. Our goal was to find an alternative that was affordable and had the ability to work as well, if not better, than Methylene Chloride. If we did find an alternative that worked, more employees would be able to work on paint removal which could increase productivity instead of just having one person working with one chemical for every furniture piece. So not only is it beneficial to switch to an alternative for health reasons, but it would allow this local business to increase within their business by having more people trained on paint removal.<br /><br />We tested on a couple of chairs they provided us with that had lead paint and milk paint. Milk paint is one of the most difficult paints to remove from wood since it is protein based and most paint strippers won’t remove it according to <a href="http://www.realmilkpaint.com/faq.html">RealMilkPaint</a>. We currently have had a couple of possible solvent alternatives that are working very well at removal of both paints. Product <a href="http://www.biocircle.com/documents/1447881/1453247/CB100_TDS_USA.pdf/9865a463-b575-4560-9224-e8eb20ef22f7">Bio-circle CB 100</a> completely stripped the milk paint within 30 minutes at 60C temperature without using an abrasive pad. For the lead paint, we found that the product <a href="http://solventkleene.com/Dzolve917.html">D-Solve 917</a> worked best when heated to recommended temperatures in the MSDS and completely removed the lead paint. We do not endorse any products, but are simply informing on the general study of different products. <div class="MsoNormal">
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00251707482275372821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-55059512417537307662013-07-26T10:10:00.002-04:002013-07-26T10:10:57.771-04:00TURI Lab Achieves Champion StatusThe Lab encourages the use of safer surfactants through its connections to EPA's <a href="http://www.epa.gov/dfe/"Target="blank">Design for the Environment</a> and the <a href="http://www.epa.gov/dfe/pubs/projects/formulat/sdsi.htm"Target="blank">Safer Detergents Stewardship Initiative</a>. We have been recognized by EPA as a Champion of the SDSI program. We are constantly reviewing the latest surfactants listed in the <a href="http://www.cleangredients.org/home"Target="blank">CleanGredients</a> database and our testing database is listed as tool for performance testing on their site.
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<a href="http://www.ieha.org/nw_106-IEHA_Recognizes_Clorox_Commercial_Solutions_Green_Works_Concentrated_Cleaners_as_High_Performance_Cleaning_Products_HPCP"Target="blank">Here is an example of a successful product</a>Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-23813589902526491332012-01-05T09:16:00.001-05:002012-01-05T09:17:33.693-05:00Database can answer your cleaning questions, just ask.From time to time we get requests for finding safer cleaning products. Many times these questions can be answered by using our on-line test results database, <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a>. <br />
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I'm advising a community group in Stirling who have been told that a trike unit for cleaning such stock will be situated near their houses. From a whole range of angles - green chemistry, green jobs ( more and safer jobs from not using/reducing solvent use) , water pollution, general toxics use reduction, reduced occupational hazards to workers in the unit - it doesn't seem to make sense to clean this way. Would you happen to know about the USA alternatives to solvent use for cleaning railway rolling stock? Has TURI produced any reports on this or do you know of any good contacts who might be able to help me on the subject?<br />
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We have done many projects replacing TCE. Here is a link to a couple of larger projects: <a href="http://www.turi.org/Our_Work/Green_Cleaning_Lab/How_We_Can_Help/Cleaning_Research_Projects/Trichloroethylene-and-Chlorinated-Solvents-Reduction"Target="blank">Results 1</a>, <a href="http://www.turi.org/Our_Work/Green_Cleaning_Lab/How_We_Can_Help/Cleaning_Research_Projects/Trichloroethylene_Reduction_In_Rhode_Island"Target="blank">Results 2</a><br />
This link lists the products that we have successfully tested for replacement of TCE for all soil types: <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/?action=solvent_replace&solvent%5B%5D=Trichloroethylene&solvent%5B%5D=Trichloroethylene%3B+Acetone&solvent%5B%5D=Trichloroethylene%3B+Acetone%3B+Hydrogen%3B+Helium&contaminant%5B%5D=Any&substrate%5B%5D=Any&equipment%5B%5D=Any&cleaning_type%5B%5D=Any&effective=on&set=&submit=Submit"Target="blank">Results 3</a><br />
This is a somewhat shorter list for oils and grease removal: <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/?action=solvent_replace&solvent%5B%5D=Trichloroethylene&solvent%5B%5D=Trichloroethylene%3B+Acetone&solvent%5B%5D=Trichloroethylene%3B+Acetone%3B+Hydrogen%3B+Helium&contaminant%5B%5D=Carbon+Deposits&contaminant%5B%5D=Cutting%2FTapping+Fluids&contaminant%5B%5D=Greases&contaminant%5B%5D=Lubricating%2FLapping+Oils&contaminant%5B%5D=Oil&substrate%5B%5D=Any&equipment%5B%5D=Any&cleaning_type%5B%5D=Any&effective=on&set=&submit=Submit"Target="blank">Results 4</a><br />
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We're looking to clean some ceramic parts that were held in place using Crystalbond. We had FTIR done on some parts that showed signs of staining after heating in a vacuum but the results were inconclusive. I did a search for Crystalbond FTIR and your site came up. I have two questions in your <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/index.php?action=client_info&client_id=155"Target="blank">client 155 project 2</a> you mention FTIR showing both toluene and or Crystalbond. I was wondering if it would be possible to get a copy of the FTIR and see if that's what we're seeing. My second question has to do with the cleaning agents you discuss in <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/index.php?action=client_info&client_id=155"Target="blank">C155 part 1</a>. I've been looking for the DuPont DBE-4 (which you list as 99.6% effective) but haven't found it available in an over the counter solution, is there a brand-name product I should be looking for? Also, though it's not mentioned in your report, is there any chance the results were compared with Acetone (typically used solvent) and/or Crystalbond 509 solvent? We're going to try bulk cleaning with the Shopmaster RC you recommend (replacing the acetone currently used) but would like to try the DBE-4 for final cleaning.<br />
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Glad that the site provided some useful information for you. You may not be able to find DBE-4 on its own. We were informed later on that the solvent is normally sold to manufacturers of products as an ingredient. The Shopmaster RC does have a DBE mixture in it and may be the closest you can get. <br />
Testing did include Crystalbond 590 S Stripper (see attached reports <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/index.php?action=trial_info&client_id=155&project_id=1&trial_id=4"Target="blank">155-4</a>, <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/index.php?action=trial_info&client_id=155&project_id=1&trial_id=5"Target="blank">155-5</a>).<br />
The FT-IR may not be so helpful but I have included the report and image (report <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/index.php?action=trial_info&client_id=155&project_id=1&trial_id=6"Target="blank">155-6</a>)<br />
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<a href="mailto:sclab@cleanersolutions.org">Ask your cleaning solvent substitute question today!</a>Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-52332838491457197322012-01-03T09:30:00.000-05:002012-01-03T09:30:27.489-05:00Green and Clean: Achieving the Best of Both WorldsHere is a link to a recent <a href="http://www.icsmag.com/Articles/Feature_Article/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000001115451"Target="Blank">article</a> on effective green cleaning.Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-90014355291415892942011-11-08T09:24:00.000-05:002011-11-08T09:24:19.308-05:00TURI Lab Testing Program in the NewsGreen Works® Concentrated Cleaners were tested by the International Executive Housekeepers Association's (<a href="http://www.ieha.org"Target="blank">IEHA</a>) High Performance Cleaning Product (HPCP) Testing Program in conjunction with the University of MA Lowell TURI Lab. Green Works® Concentrated Cleaners met the HPCP program's rigorous standards and proved the product line's efficacy. <a href="http://investors.thecloroxcompany.com/releasedetail.cfm?ReleaseID=615859"Target="blannk">Read more</a>Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-311194600846364312011-11-03T08:45:00.000-04:002011-11-03T08:45:48.500-04:00Green Cleaning In HospitalsCheck out this paper on <a href="http://www.noharm.org/us_canada/reports/2011/nov/rep2011-11-01.php"Target="blank">green cleaning in hospitals</a>: <br />
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Under the guidance of an expert <a href="http://www.healthdesign.org/chd/research/green-cleaning-healthcare-current-practices-and-questions-future-research?page=6"Target="blank">advisory group</a>, the project team at <a href="http://www.healthdesign.org/"Target="blank">CHD</a> conducted the study in three steps. Literature review, phone interview and questionnaire survey were the major methods used in the study.<br />
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The paper is the ninth paper in the<a href="http://www.noharm.org/us_canada/reports/researchcollaborative.php"Target="blank"> Health Care Research Collaborative’s</a> monograph series providing research and analysis of factors influencing patient, worker and environmental safety and sustainability in the health care sector. The Research Collaborative was initiated by <a href="http://www.noharm.org/"Target="blank">Health Care Without Harm</a> (HCWH), an international nonprofit coalition that promotes environmental responsibility in health care.Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-70183975492094815122011-10-07T09:53:00.000-04:002011-10-07T09:53:10.613-04:00CleanerSolutions Usage in FY 2011Did you know that our lab's <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org"Target="blank">testing database</a> was visited 26,873 for July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. Were you one of them? If so, thanks. If not, please check it out!Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-88056517154188703222011-10-07T09:47:00.000-04:002011-10-07T09:47:24.151-04:00TURI Lab Monthly Update of Projects –September 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Metal working facility – met with them. They are going to get smaller degreaser and use nPB in it. Will decrease solvent usage for their one customer who requires it to about 50 gallons or less a year. Got them to commit to working on aqueous solution also. Talked to OTA about going to talk to them about water conservation. Will set a meeting end of October or November. <br />
• Remanufacturing-repair facility – Did research on paint spray gun cleaning and sent them systems and cleaners to look into. <br />
• Microelectronics – Cleaning of pallets on hold there. Thanked us for work and will be in touch. <br />
• Sheriff’s office – Went in with vendor in Sept. They bought a steam unit to clean bathrooms and cells etc. Bought one unit and plan to buy 3 more to reduce chemicals used. Also another vendor is redoing their laundry and cleaning chemicals to decrease toxicity and save them about 40%. <br />
• Plating company - Met with them. Saw their adapted dry cleaning machines that use PCE to clean. Have reduced their TCE use over 90%. They have a trivalent chrome line and a hex line. They helped get me some time on NESF agenda and wasn’t to be involved with supply chain work and CE conferences if we need them. <br />
• Plating company – Helped TURI Lab get on NESF agenda and has invited anyone from TURA to come see their operation. Also willing to work with me on information for case studies, supply chain work and alternatives as well as CE conference. <br />
• Capacitor Mfr - Had one meeting with manufacturing and operations VP. They are committed to switch. Will also need to bring OTA in down there. Setting up a meeting with vendors and them to see the space and operation to start looking at cleaning lines. Researching cleaners and things to do with project.<br />
• Optics Mfr - went into visit to see cleaning system and talk to them about why it isn’t working for one of their optic lines. Have worked with them to indentify problem, was in there with vendor this week. Have new action items for issues. Narrowing project scope down. Going to try a wetting agent in rinses and also work on redesigning racks for their optics used in cleaning.<br />
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• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning. Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting. <br />
• Providing technical support and formulation development/evaluation<br />
• Green product line testing for IEHA HPCP<br />
• Evaluating ways to demonstrate that traditional cleaners can leave behind residues. Determine effect on resoiling<br />
<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Soil removal testing (and maybe microbial testing) done on a no touch system. Have unit and will be finalizing project scope.<br />
• Met with group about testing and future collaboration for improving housekeeping procedures and products<br />
• General product performance testing (industrial)<br />
• Chemical supplier testing of ingredients for I&I applications<br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
• SHE seed grant proposal for Cleaning in Home Health Care. – Margaret Quinn, Nancy Goodyear. The proposed project will develop methods and collect pilot data to evaluate the health and environmental impacts of the use of cleaning products in the home healthcare (HHC) setting.<br />
• University Research – disinfection collaboration with Dr. Goodyear. Performance collaboration with Dr. Nagarajan surfactant project<br />
• Providing support/training for TURN Grant - Montachusett Opportunity Council. We have had some calls with them about workshop in November and are working n materials and presentation<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
• DIY site – reworking layout and working on fine tuning content<br />
• Completing work on P2OASys updates. <br />
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• Met on 26th with electrolyzed water equipment and Dr. Nancy Goodyear UML. Saw new unit and talked about moving forward with testing. <br />
• Steam Vapor cleaning continues<br />
• “Green” disinfectants to be investigated for performance<br />
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Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes<br />
• Student has been working on videos for recipe making and performance testing<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Went to Washington DC to State of Green Cleaning conference to present on HPCP program with IEHA. Great reception on presentation. Great visibility for lab and will feed off this at ISSA in October. <br />
• Working on new brochures and posters for lab<br />
• Meeting about NESF and NEFA conferences coming in November and materials needed and information we want together while attending and doing a table at each. Have sent follow up emil on action items from that meeting <br />
• Greening your facility fact sheet being worked on still. Internal review ongoing<br />
• Did educational table at Westford Farmers Market<br />
• Going to Dept of Corrections Visit as part of TUR Task Force initiative<br />
• Asked to speak on toxics in Wenham this spring<br />
• CIRI Conference in November 9-11<br />
• MOC workshop Nov 15<br />
• Article on Green and Clean for October issue of ICS magazine<br />
• IEHA-TURI HPCP flyer for ISSA show<br />
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• TURI Web redesign<br />
• PCE alternatives report ongoing. Trainings for planning coming up <br />
• Working on matching grant possibly with capacitor manufacturer and maybe demo site with them or someone doing alternatives to cad or hexchrome plating<br />
• TUR Planner course assistance on Alternatives Assessment section. Finalizing details for event<br />
• NESF event in November will talk to companies about metal finishing and who is interested in that and supply chain work. Talked to internally at TURI about how to work together to reach large companies how to capitalize with smaller MA companies connections with TURI Lab. <br />
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<b>Lab General</b><br />
• New training docs and SOPS being worked on <br />
• Students<br />
• Getting products in database and put away, updating inventory, database project of checking vendor contact information <br />
• Vendors being contacted for new samplesDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-84630137196830465012011-10-07T09:38:00.000-04:002011-10-07T09:38:15.155-04:00TURI Lab Monthly Update of Projects – July/August 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Sign manufacturer – Have found a cleaner they think may work on red metals. We will test that here or onsite with them. Also still looking for a low temp clear coat for red metals. <br />
• LED manufacturer – Switching to n butyl acetate. Will visit when done and work on case study<br />
• Electromagnetic Materials – Was asked to come back and help with a cleaning issue. Smell of a cleaner for some of their electronics is bothering worker in next office. Went and did site visit. Cleaned parts and am sending them back for their inspection. Then we will move on with odor testing. <br />
• Metal working facility – connected with them during TCE calls and they have filled out test request form and have invited me to visit and talk about alternatives and work with them. Already talking about nPB. Will try to steer them away. <br />
• Remanufacturing-repair facility – isocyanate painting adopted by company based on customer request. Sent them to a consultant to work on spray booth. <br />
• Microelectronics – Visited with company and picked up pallets. Cleaned them in lab, going back to talk to them about if they are clean enough and work to develop cleaning process. <br />
• Sheriffs office – Visiting again with vendor. If they connect and like product then project for laundry will hand off to vendor. Vendor is on MA EPP list and has worked with other correctional facilities in the state. <br />
• Plating company - going to meet with them to see their cleaning process and see if they can get out of using TCE<br />
•Plating company - invited to visit and see their operation and also invited to work with upcoming NESF conference<br />
• Capacitor Mfr - They are ready to work on nPB to Aqueous. Will be discussing time lines, grants, prices, space, capital and type of cleaning<br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Recently Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning (IEHA connection). Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting. <br />
• Providing technical support and formulation development/evaluation<br />
• Green product line testing for IEHA HPCP<br />
• Hand washing evaluation<br />
• GS 34 testing<br />
• Evaluating ways to demonstrate that traditional cleaners can leave behind residues. Determine effect on resoiling<br />
• Vacuum vs. dust mop evaluation results submitted to company<br />
<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Soil removal testing (and maybe microbial testing) done on a no touch system. Have unit and will be finalizing project scope.<br />
• Green Seal GS 37 testing for natural cleaning products<br />
• Discussion with IEHA and company on floor cleaning process evaluations. Will include ergonomic evaluation. Waiting on approval from front office.<br />
• Discussion on working with lab to create a “consumer report” like partnership where the lab would provide testing evaluations for their products and a place to direct consumers for comparisons to other products via the CleanerSolutions Site<br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
• SHE seed grant proposal funded for Cleaning in Home Health Care. – Margaret Quinn, Nancy Goodyear. The proposed project will develop methods and collect pilot data to evaluate the health and environmental impacts of the use of cleaning products in the home healthcare (HHC) setting.<br />
• TURI University Research – disinfection collaboration with Dr. Goodyear. Performance collaboration with Dr. Nagarajan surfactant project<br />
• Providing support/training for TURN Grant - Montachusett Opportunity Council<br />
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Database Web Tool<br />
• DIY site – reworking layout <br />
• Student completing work on P2OASys updates<br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
• Meeting scheduled for 9-26-11 to discuss status of project with electrolyzed water system <br />
• Steam-vapor testing – underway<br />
• Received two grants for disinfection evaluations <br />
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<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
• Working on videos for recipe making and performance testing<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• TURI Lab asked to represent IEHA at ISSA State of Green Cleaning conference in September in VA. <br />
• TURI Lab asked to speak at IEHA meeting October 18th<br />
• Working on new Lab and possibly TCE, metal finishing or HHS help brochure<br />
• Working within TURI for cadmium, hex chrome and TCE plans for Fall and for NESF conference. Want to use this conference to help our work with HHS substances, stakeholder work and to get out factsheets. <br />
• Greening your facility fact sheet being worked on<br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• TURI Web redesign<br />
• Will review PCE alternatives report and go to meeting this month<br />
• Working on matching grant possibly with Capacitor Mfr and maybe demo site with them or someone doing alternatives to cad or hexchrome plating. <br />
• TUR Planner course assistance on Alternatives Assessment section. Met with other TURI staff to discuss next steps<br />
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<b>Lab General</b><br />
• New training docs and SOPS need to be worked on students<br />
• Getting products in database and put away, updating inventory, database project of checking vendor contact informationDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-91167596562389803162011-07-11T09:54:00.000-04:002011-07-11T09:54:31.923-04:00TURI Lab Monthly Update of Projects – June 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Sign manufacturer – Project on hold due to space restrictions. For now they have no room to put in new cleaning line. They are still using lab as a resource, asked about green certifications recently. <br />
• LED manufacturer – Trying to get two new engineers up to speed in their new jobs. Will revisit in August. <br />
• Electromagnetic Materials – Met with them. They were interested in using tert-butyl acetate as a cleaner. They like it and saw it was VOC exempt by the EPA. Waiting on the response from DEP. <br />
• Metal working facility – Working on meeting with them on project moving them from nPB to aqueous. They haven’t got back but all indications are that they are willing and ready. Also trying to see if we can do a case study with them, possibly a matching grant and/or a student intern<br />
• Bicycle Manufacturer: - Sent cleaned parts and samples to company. Called this week and Skip was going to check with his welder and see how things were going. <br />
• Remanufacturing-repair facility – they are testing a new cleaner and wanted some guidance and possibly help piloting this summer. They also have an issue with a customer of a distributor of theirs that want their milling machines painted differently. They want the machines “prettier” and to look like other machines they have. They are being asked to use an isocyante based paint system. <br />
• Microelectronics – Still trying to work out a DEP final ok on their cleaning process. Have a call in to the closest DEP regional office.<br />
• Microelectronics – gong to visit Ed Gomes and talk about their pallet cleaning. Working on a visit date. <br />
• Sheriffs office – visiting mid July to look at alternatives to their laundry detergents and possibly some sanitizers. Met them at a MAFMA training. <br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
• Maid Review project –sent final recommendations in early June. Sent testing proposal for disinfection testing evaluations<br />
• SHE seed grant proposal for Cleaning in Home Health Care. The proposed project will develop methods and collect pilot data to evaluate the health and environmental impacts of the use of cleaning products in the home healthcare (HHC) setting. <br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning. Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting.<br />
• No Touch cleaning system – soil removal testing (and maybe microbial testing) done on using a no touch system facility unit. Have unit and will be finalizing project scope.<br />
• Vacuum cleaning evaluation- call to discuss next steps of vacuum vs. dust mop comparison. <br />
• Formulation assistance – Provide product formulation assistance to company for cleaning products <br />
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<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Green Seal GS 37 testing for natural cleaning products<br />
• Discussion for floor cleaning process evaluations. Will include ergonomic evaluation. <br />
• Discussion on working with lab to create a “consumer report” like partnership where the lab would provide testing evaluations for their products and a place to direct consumers for comparisons to other products via the CleanerSolutions Site<br />
• All purpose, glass and bathroom commercial line testing<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
• DIY site – reworking layout to make focus on performance with EHS as lesser focus (currently other way around)<br />
• Collecting data for P2OASys updates. Researching ways to update programming<br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
• Activated water – still ongoing<br />
• Steam vapor evaluations started<br />
• Working on summer plan for testing – DIY recipes for disinfection, “greener” disinfectants<br />
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Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes<br />
• See Database Web Tool update <br />
• Student has been working on videos for recipe making and performance testing. Working on gathering new recipes<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Mass Facilities training in Westfield with Lynn Rose and Marcia Deegler. Reschedule of one in December. Talk of more trainings and working with Tom Tagean at <a href="http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=afterminal&L=4&L0=Home&L1=Property+Management+%26+Construction&L2=Facilities+Management+%26+Maintenance&L3=Maintenance+Information+for+State+Facilities+Professionals+%26+Massachusetts+Facilities+Managers+Association+(MAFMA)&sid=Eoaf&b=terminalcontent&f=dcam_mafma_about&csid=Eoaf"Taget="blank">MAFMA</a> on equipment for their “Tool Shed”,<br />
• Working on new Lab and possibly <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trichloroethylene"Target="blank">TCE</a>, metal finishing or HHS help brochure<br />
• Connecting with OTA on how to work more closely together, thinking about aligning site visit write ups<br />
• Greening your facility fact sheet wrapping up.<br />
• Webinar for <a href="http://nbdc.unomaha.edu/home.cfm"Target="blank">Nebraska Business Development Center</a> (July). 45 minute presentation on solvent substitution and how the CleanerSolutions database can help.<br />
• Asked to speak at <a href="http://www.ieha.org/ev_106-IEHAs_45th_Annual_Conference_and_Convention"Target="blank">IEHA meeting</a> October 18th with Allen Rathey<br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• TURI Web redesign<br />
• Working on a plan for outreach to a list of companies thought to be using TCE by <a href="http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eoeeasubtopic&L=5&L0=Home&L1=Grants+%26+Technical+Assistance&L2=Guidance+%26+Technical+Assistance&L3=Agencies+and+Divisions&L4=Office+of+Technical+Assistance+and+Technology+(OTA)&sid=Eoeea"Target="blank">OTA</a> and <a href="http://www.turi.org/green_cleaning_lab"Target="blank">TURI LAB</a><br />
• Reviewed PCE alternatives report<br />
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<b>Lab General</b><br />
• Testing old equipment to check on working order <br />
• Database project of checking vendor contact informationDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-48134083776056368732011-06-02T12:51:00.007-04:002011-06-02T13:10:49.109-04:00TURI Lab Monthly Update of Projects – May 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
LED manufacturer –Set up a meeting to discuss results and next steps and going over reports <br />
Electronics – Meeting on the 10th to talk about test results and best next steps for them<br />
Metal working facility – Arranged for a meeting in June with them about going aqueous and using a student intern or something in the fall on this project. <br />
Bicycle manufacturer - couple of tests done. Sent cleaned parts to company<br />
Remanufacturing-repair facility – arranged for visit in June. <br />
Microelectronics – working with them and <a href="http://www.mass.gov/dep/"Target="blank">DEP</a> to have them ok their cleaning process<br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
Maid service evaluation – compiling final recommendations to be sent in early June. Putting together testing proposal for disinfection testing evaluations<br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning (IEHA connection). Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting. Started evaluations<br />
• Kitchen grease trap cleaning, all purpose cleaner.<br />
• No touch cleaning system – soil removal testing (and maybe microbial testing) done on the no touch system. Have unit and will be finalizing project scope.<br />
• Vacuum cleaner evaluation – Starting setting up for comparison of vacuum and dust mop. <br />
• Formulation project –Planning meeting to determine next steps of project<br />
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<i>In the Works</i><br />
• <a href="http://www.greenseal.org"Target="blank">Green Seal</a> GS 37 testing for natural cleaning products<br />
• Activated water performance testing – plans for performance testing on latest model – in addition to disinfection testing. Visit from marketing and research planning on coming to UML for a visit end of month. Possibility of lab trip facility to see their set up. More trips to Seattle planned for field testing.<br />
• Floor care cleaning process evaluations – discussion with <a href="http://www.ieha.org"Target="blank">IEHA</a> and company about floor cleaning process evaluations. Will include ergonomic evaluation. Waiting on approval from front office.<br />
• Discussion on working with lab to create a “consumer report” like partnership where the lab would provide testing evaluations for their products and a place to direct consumers for comparisons to other products via the <a href="http://www.CleanerSolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> Site<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
• DIY site work getting ready for internal review of content<br />
• Request for assistance with <a href="http://www.turi.org/for_industry/sustainable_business_tools/cleaner_production/p2oasys_tool_to_compare_materials"Target="blank">P2OASys</a> from student from the <a href="http://www.uri.edu/"Target="blank">University of Rhode Island</a> - Pollution Prevention department is making a project comparing solvent-based paint and water-based paints from an auto-body shop in RI.<br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
• Progressing with initial <a href="http://www.turi.org/green_cleaning_lab/going_green_for_cleaning/disinfection_testing"Target="blank">disinfection testing</a> protocols for activated water system. Company on-site to discuss results and testing plans<br />
• Steam vapor disinfection – testing system using less than ideal conditions<br />
• Working on summer plan for testing – DIY recipes for disinfection, “greener” disinfectants<br />
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<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
• Student has been working on videos for recipe making and performance testing. Working on gathering new recipes<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Mass Facilities annual meeting on May 3rd at <a href="http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=afterminal&L=4&L0=Home&L1=Budget%2C+Taxes+%26+Procurement&L2=Procurement+Information+%26+Resources&L3=OSD+Events+and+Training&sid=Eoaf&b=terminalcontent&f=osd_es_star&csid=Eoaf"Target="blank">Green Star</a> meeting. <br />
• Training for facility management and green cleaning from December rescheduled to May 13th in Springfield<br />
• Webinar for <a href="http://nbdc.unomaha.edu/"Target="blank">Nebraska Business Development Center</a> (July). 45 minute presentation on solvent substitution and how the <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> database can help.Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-52129877979330996912011-06-02T12:41:00.002-04:002011-06-02T12:49:50.263-04:00TURI Lab Monthly Update of Projects – April 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Sign manufacturer– still working on environmental tests. They have asked the lab to help them look into equipment for in house environmental testing. They won’t be doing the matching grant due to timing issues. If we have this next fiscal year and they overcome their coating issues, they will reapply<br />
• LED manufacturer – Working on setting up a meeting to discuss results and next steps and going over reports <br />
• Electronics – Meeting on the 10th to talk about test results and best next steps for them<br />
• Metal working facility– working on a prelim meeting in June with them about going aqueous and using a student intern or something in the fall on this project. <br />
• RI testing assistance for MEK– results sent, connected them with vendor. Emailed for an update last week <br />
• Bicycle manufacturer - couple of tests done. Will do parts testing this week and send them to company to work on. Talked with OTA about their progress.<br />
• Remanufacturing-repair facility– called to restart work. <br />
• Microelectronics – working with them and DEP to have them ok their cleaning process<br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
Maid service evaluation. Attended convention for April 8th and 9th. Had a display at their vendor fair. Presented project updated to over 100 attendees. Waiting for surveys to be returned from franchises. Working on list of products and chemicals to get in for further testing.<br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning (<a href="http://www.ieha.org"Target="blank">IEHA connection</a>). Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting. Have agreement in place and will begin evaluating product during summer<br />
• Kitchen grease trap cleaning, all purpose cleaner.<br />
• All purpose testing<br />
• Follow up testing for all purpose and glass testing<br />
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<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Floor care cleaning process evaluations– discussion with IEHA and company on floor cleaning process evaluations. Will include ergonomic evaluation. Waiting on approval from front office.<br />
• Activated water performance testing – plans for performance testing on latest model – in addition to disinfection testing. Visit from marketing and research planning on coming to UML for a visit end of month. Possibility of lab trip to corporate head quarters to see their set up and work. More trips to Seattle planned for field testing.<br />
• Asphalt cleaning from tools<br />
• No touch cleaning system – soil removal testing (and maybe microbial testing) done on a no touch system. Have unit and will be finalizing project scope.<br />
• Vacuum cleaner evaluation - call to discuss next steps of vacuum vs. dust mop comparison. <br />
• Formulation project – possible contract to assist with formulation efforts. Planned call for early May<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
DIY section for CleanerSolutions as separate site. Reviewed preliminary mock up and shared with some from TURI for comment. Moving ahead with content population. <br />
<br />
<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
• Progressing with initial testing protocols for activated water. Met with company to discuss next steps<br />
• Steam Vapor – testing system using <br />
• Working on summer plan for testing<br />
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<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
Have student working during summer on videos for recipe making and performance testing. Working on gathering new recipes<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• University of Washington to discus field testing partnership follow up call set to go again in May. Reps from activated water company coming here to work with us then maybe sending lab staff to corporate head quarters<br />
• Maid Review project conference April 8-9<br />
• Community conference April 14<br />
• CIRI Green Cleaning and Science conference – April 27-29, Georgia Institute of Technology<br />
• Disinfection work part of the SHE event on April 29th.<br />
o Kate receiving internship award from UML<br />
• Mass Facilities annual meeting on May 3rd at Green Start meeting. Also have a table to be manned with OTA and interns<br />
• Training for facility management and green cleaning from December rescheduled to May 13th in SpringfieldDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-71679287313665597162011-05-10T09:07:00.002-04:002011-05-10T09:10:22.242-04:00Cleaning Questions AnsweredRecently we had a company in Massachusetts ask about safer adhesive removers. Using the <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> database, we generated a list of products that we had tested for successful <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/index.php?action=contaminant_search&page=0&submit=Submit&sortby=safety"Target="blank">removal of adhesives</a> using manual cleaning. In addition, we provided a list <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org/?action=vendor_search&company=&product=&classification%5B%5D=Any&cleaning_type%5B%5D=Any&contaminant%5B%5D=Adhesive&substrate%5B%5D=Any&equipment%5B%5D=Manual+Wipe&submit=Submit"Target="blank">vendor recommended</a> products as well.<br />
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Do you have a cleaning question you want answered? Email us: <a href="mailto:sclab@cleanersolutions.org">sclab@cleanersolutions.org</a>Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-82899509579848323552011-04-26T09:39:00.000-04:002011-04-26T09:39:24.090-04:00TURI Lab Monthly Update of Projects – March 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Sign manufacturer – Waiting on environmental test results. They are working on the brass and soft metals.<br />
• LED manufacturer–Received materials to begin testing. Report sent, found 2 cleaners that may work. Working on pricing and EHS.<br />
• Electronics– getting new silicone from them to test. Second round of testing being done. Meeting with them week of the 18th of April to go over test and to get more soil. No cleaners found yet. They have option to retrofit tanks too so we are looking into that. <br />
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• Metal working facility– They are ready to work on switch to aqueous. Will meet with them one this spring to go over plan, get parts etc then will start full project in summer when have time.<br />
• RI testing assistance for <a href="http://www.jtbaker.com/msds/englishhtml/m4628.htm"Target="blank">MEK</a>– Sent report and contact information for cleaner to them. Follow up to determine next steps <br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
• Maid service evaluation. Open mic session for franchisees to provide input to the evaluation process March 3 and 4. Rrepresentatives on site 3/2-3/4. Completed interim report and created materials for convention for April 8th and 9th. <br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b>.<br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning (<a href="http://www.ieha.org"Target="blank">IEHA</a> connection). Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting. Set up call to discus future work plans<br />
• Kitchen grease trap cleaning, all purpose cleaner<br />
• All purpose and kitchen soil evaluation<br />
• Follow up testing for all purpose and glass testing<br />
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<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Floor care cleaning process evaluations<br />
• Activated water performance testing on latest model – in addition to disinfection testing<br />
• Asphalt cleaning from tools<br />
• No touch cleaning system - soil removal testing (and maybe microbial testing)<br />
<br />
<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
<a href="http://www.turi.org/green_cleaning_lab/do_it_yourself_home_made_household_cleaner_recipes"Target="blank">DIY</a> section for <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> as separate site. Reviewed preliminary mock up and shared with some from TURI for comment. Moving ahead with content population.<br />
<br />
<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
• Progressing with initial testing protocols for activated water. Met with company to discuss next steps<br />
• Steam vapor – testing system using under less then perfect conditions<br />
<br />
<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
Videos being made for how to make the recipes and how well they work. To be part of new web database section<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Second visit at University of Washington to discus field testing partnership March 7-9. <br />
• <a href="http://www.mass.gov/dep/"Target="blank">DEP</a> meeting and <a href="http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=afsubtopic&L=5&L0=Home&L1=Budget%2C+Taxes+%26+Procurement&L2=Procurement+Information+%26+Resources&L3=Procurement+Programs+and+Services&L4=Environmentally+Preferable+Products+(EPP)+Procurement+Program&sid=Eoaf"Target="blank">MA EPP office</a> to do a presentation about lab and green cleaning with facility managers and purchasers<br />
• <a href="https://sites.google.com/a/turi.org/2011-community-conference/"Target="blank">Community conference</a> April 14<br />
• <a href="http://www.ciriscience.org/"target="blank">CIRI</a> <a href="http://www.ciriscience.org/ciri-symposium-registration.php"Target="blank">Green Cleaning and Science conference</a> – April 27-9, <a href="http://www.gatech.edu/"Target="blank">Georgia Institute of Technology</a><br />
• Mass Facilities annual meeting on May 3rd at Green Start meeting. Also have a table there and will man it with OTA and interns<br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• <a href="http://www.turi.org/for_industry/alternatives_research/industry_matching_grants"Target="blank">Industry matching grants</a> program – hinges on next round of environmental tests<br />
• Helping with TCE implementation plan and alternative assessment<br />
• TURI Web redesign<br />
• Three presentations in two sessions at the Community conference April 14th (<a href="https://docs.google.com/a/turi.org/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=dHVyaS5vcmd8MjAxMS1jb21tdW5pdHktY29uZmVyZW5jZXxneDo5MDc1OTdjNzE3ZDE0YzU"Target="blank">Disinfection</a>, <a href="https://docs.google.com/a/turi.org/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=dHVyaS5vcmd8MjAxMS1jb21tdW5pdHktY29uZmVyZW5jZXxneDoyZTFlZjQwNDRkMzM0YWEy"Target="blank">Biobased Alternatives</a>, <a href="https://docs.google.com/a/turi.org/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=dHVyaS5vcmd8MjAxMS1jb21tdW5pdHktY29uZmVyZW5jZXxneDo3YjBiZTliYjFmNDIwOWQz"Target="blank">Performance Evaluations</a>)<br />
• Dry Cleaning visit & work on PCE reportDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-53413949796846847472011-03-16T13:50:00.002-04:002011-03-18T13:24:14.462-04:00TURI Lab Monthly Update of Projects – February 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Sign manufacturer – Waiting on environmental test results<br />
• LED manufacturer–Received materials to begin testing<br />
• Electronics– getting new silicone from them to test. Second round of testing to start week of 2/28/11 <br />
• Metal working facility– working on schedule for testing, parts<br />
• RI testing assistance for MEK– Adhesive in. Testing to start week of 2/28/11<br />
• Transportation Agency –Waiting on test request form for initial project to work on. Follow up email sent.<br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
• Maid service evaluation. Reviewed training videos. Gathering chemical and equipment alternatives to assess performance and safety. Open mic session for franchisees to provide input to the evaluation process set for March 3 and 4. Representatives on site 3/2-3/4. <br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning. Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting. Had conference call to discus future work plans.<br />
• All purpose cleaning for DfE<br />
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<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Company planning on internal testing and then follow up testing with lab for Green Seal, DfE programs<br />
• <a href="http://www.turi.org/turi_lab/going_green_for_cleaning"Target="blank">Green Product testing</a> for <a href="http://www.epa.gov/dfe/pubs/projects/formulat/formpart.htm"Target="blank">DfE</a> and/or <a href="http://www.greenseal.org"Target="blank">Green Seal</a> evaluation for all purpose and glass testing. Possible disinfection evaluation as well<br />
• Discussion on floor cleaning process evaluations<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
<a href="http://www.turi.org/turi_lab/do_it_yourself_home_made_household_cleaner_recipes"Target="blank">DIY</a> section for <a href="http://www.CleanerSolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> site or separate site. Sent contractors content and some structure suggestions for site<br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
Progressing with initial testing protocols. <br />
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<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
See Database Web Tool update <br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Second visit at University of Washington to discus field testing partnership March 7-9. <br />
• Presented at <a href="http://oehc.uchc.edu/centers_CII.asp"Target="blank">CII at University of Connecticut Health Center</a> Annual Meeting with Tim Morse and Nancy Simcox – Feb 28th<br />
• <a href="http://www.ciriscience.org/"Target="blank">CIRI</a> Green Cleaning and Science conference – April 27-9, Georgia Institute of Technology<br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• <a href="http://www.turi.org/industry/alternatives_research/industry_matching_grants"Target="blank">Industry matching grants</a> program –hinges on next round of environmental tests<br />
• Helping with TCE implementation plan<br />
• TURI Web redesign<br />
• Plan to participate in the <a href="http://www.turi.org/content/view/full/7416"Target="blank">community conference</a> set for April 14th <br />
• Dry Cleaning visitDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-73562455632875425712011-02-15T12:40:00.000-05:002011-02-15T12:40:10.756-05:00Lab update for January 2011<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Sign manufacturer – working with consultant to set up more environmental testing. First round has issues with edges on red metals and some hazing. Second round is out for testing. Haven’t heard back yet. Have an email out to them.<br />
• LED manufacturer – waiting on new engineer to get back to us with information. Need to collect more soil from them. Possibly start preliminary testing first week of January.<br />
• Electronics – getting new silicone from them to test. Testing started <br />
• Equipment refurbisher – trying to set up visit to restart work with them. They contacted lab before holidays<br />
• Metal working facility – working on cold solvent regulations. Hoping to start nPB replace in spring 2011<br />
• RI testing assistance for MEK – Working on a NDA<br />
• Transportation Agency – Visit to lab with OTA. Waiting on test request form for initial project to work on.<br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
• Maid service evaluation. Wrapping up video tape process during TURI homes cleanings Completed travel to Illinois, Texas and Washington in January. Completed initial EHS assessment of current products. Started working on alternative chemicals and equipment. <br />
• Pepsi Refresh Project – mobile lab project listed on site for voting during January – did not win, but did get the word out there about the lab. Thanks for your votes.<br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning. Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting. Follow up call to discus future work planed for February.<br />
• All purpose, rust removal<br />
• All purpose and kitchen grease cleaning<br />
• <a href="http://www.greenseal.org/GreenBusiness/Standards.aspx?vid=ViewStandardDetail&cid=0&sid=20"Target="blank">GS 34</a> degreasing testing<br />
<i>In the Works</i><br />
• All purpose evaluation – company planning on internal testing and then follow up testing with lab for Green Seal, <a href="http://www.epa.gov/dfe/"Target="blank">DfE programs</a><br />
• All purpose cleaning for DfE<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
<a href="http://www.turi.org/turi_lab/do_it_yourself_home_made_household_cleaner_recipes"Target="blank">DIY</a> section for <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> site or separate site. Met with consultant and TURI staff to discuss content and infrastructure of site. <br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
Progressing with initial testing protocols. Have a few contracts in the works for testing<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
Visit at University of Washington to discus field testing partnership and <a href="http://www.ieha.org/documents/HPCP-Prospectus.pdf"Target="blank">HPCP</a> testing opportunities. Other universities and school systems being contacted by <a href="http://www.ieha.org/"Target="blank">IEHA</a> for participating field testing. <br />
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Request for presentation on the lab to <a href="http://oehc.uchc.edu/centers_CII.asp"Target="blank">Chemical Innovations Institute</a> (CII) at University of Connecticut Health Center <a href="http://oehc.uchc.edu/greencleaning.asp"Target="blank">Annual Meeting</a>– Feb 28th <br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• Industry matching grants program – hinges on next round of environmental tests<br />
• Helping with TCE implementation plan<br />
• TURI Web redesign<br />
• Plan to participate in the Community conference set for mid AprilDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-6704528974131564692011-01-06T13:45:00.000-05:002011-01-06T13:45:55.316-05:00Mobile Cleaning LabThis could be the Mobile Lab if you vote in the <a href="http://www.refresheverything.com/makingcleaningcleaner"Target="blank">Pepsi Refresh Project</a>!<br />
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• Working with consultant to set up more environmental testing. First round has issues with edges on red metals and some hazing. <br />
• Waiting on new engineer to get back to us with information. Need to collect more soil from them. Possibly start preliminary testing first week of January.<br />
• Getting new silicone from them to test. Will start other 2 soils first week of January. <br />
• Trying to set up visit to restart work with them. They contacted lab before holidays<br />
• Working on cold solvent regulations. Hoping to start nPB replace in spring 2011<br />
• RI testing assistance for MEK – sending materials for testing.<br />
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<b>Grants</b><br />
<a href="http://www.refresheverything.com"Target="blank">Pepsi Refresh Project</a> - <a href="http://www.refresheverything.com/makingcleaningcleaner"Target="blank">Mobile Cleaning Lab proposal</a> in the running for $250,000. Voting runs through the month of January.<br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning. Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting.<br />
• Reviewing cleaning methods for maid service. <br />
• All purpose, rust removal<br />
• Product comparison testing – all purpose and glass<br />
• All purpose and kitchen grease cleaning<br />
• GS 34 degreasing testing<br />
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<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Rinse aid and oven cleaning testing for DfE <br />
• ASTM testing for all purpose, oil and grease removal<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
DIY section for CleanerSolutions site or separate site. Scheduled visit with contractor in January. Working on mock-up,<br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
Establishing next phase of training. Begin in early January. Going to try meet up with Nancy first week of January.<br />
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<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
Local author (Uxbridge, MA), Leslie Reichert, <a href="http://www.greencleaningcoach.com/"Target="blank">The Cleaning Coach</a>, came for visit. She has a book on DIY recipes. Wants to work with us in future. Doing third edition of book and want to include some of our work. <br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Planned visit at University of Washington to discus field testing partnership and HPCP testing in January. <br />
• Contacted by Eastern Bank to do Earthday talk in April<br />
• Spoke at Fitchburg <a href="http://www.northcentralmass.com/services/north_central_business_environmental_network/default.cfm"Target="blank">NCMBEN event</a> at request of Rick at OTA. Discussing cold solvent cleaning options<br />
• Participated in <a href="http://www.ieha.org"Target="Blank">IEHA</a> ICM (Integrated cleaning and measurement) call.<br />
• Did training with Lynn Rose for MA facility managers on green cleaning options. Asked to speak at their conference in April.<br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• University Research project – met on Dec 2 for status of surfactant project<br />
• Industry matching grants program – hinges on next round of environmental tests<br />
• Helping with TCE implementation plan<br />
• TURI Web redesignDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-15048149792925338292011-01-03T08:48:00.000-05:002011-01-03T08:48:04.088-05:00Pepsi Refresh Proposal needs your vote<iframe src="http://www.refresheverything.com/widget/?i=b0789a06-487e-102e-b3f1-0019b9b9e205&w=300" width="300" height="255" scrolling='no' frameborder='0'></iframe>Dr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-61702149725491625252010-12-17T09:32:00.000-05:002010-12-17T09:32:45.952-05:00Lab update for November 2010<b>End User Testing</b><br />
• Working on paint strippers for powder coating. Waiting on weathering testing results. <br />
• Site visit to talk to facilities manager- restarting acetone replacement project. Cleaning LED wafers. <br />
• Referral from OTA. Using heptane, toluene and IPA to clean silicone and resins off mixing gear. Cold cleaning issue<br />
• Want to restart old project, cold cleaning issue also. Want to meet and start after holiday. <br />
• Ready to look at nPB on bench tops and then vapor degreaser. Want substitute. Want to start after holiday<br />
• Pawtucket, RI testing assistance for MEK – emailed them to get the soil to start testing. <br />
• Electronics - Cold solvent change<br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning. Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting.<br />
• Reviewing cleaning methods and chemicals for maid service. <br />
• Performance Testing on floor stripper for EcoLogo certification<br />
• Pot and pan cleaner evaluation for DfE<br />
• All purpose, rust removal<br />
<i>In the Works</i><br />
• All purpose, glass cleaner comparison testing – on site for testing 12-7-10<br />
• Enzymatic cleaner manufacturer – visit on 12-3-10 to discuss testing options<br />
• All purpose and kitchen grease cleaning<br />
• GS 34 degreasing testing<br />
• Rinse aid and oven cleaning testing for DfE<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
Answered questions using CleanerSolutions solvent replacement questions – sent links to reports and vendors in response to the following:<br />
• Mexico: Trying to find an aqueous cleaner for stainless steel stamped parts using cutting oil. Need to degrease and clean parts so that they can be free from oil, dirt and grey residue abteined after drawing / stamping process using immersion washer machines. More commun part materials are 316 SS, 304 SS and Monel (alloy 400)<br />
• Puerto Rico: I’m looking for a replacement for Slide Mold Cleaner Plus Degreaser 3 , this product (aerosol can – 20 oz.) is used to clean molds from injection molding operations that may contain grease, lubricant, dirt, or traces of the injected plastic (molding compound) at temperature up to 350˚F. Appreciate very much your help, I performed a search but found a list of 300 products<br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
Heidi, Tim and Katie have had more training in the Clinical Lab Science facility on basic microbiology techniques. Karen will be working on a write up for the SHE newsletter with input from Nancy and Jason.<br />
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<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
DIY section for CleanerSolutions site or separate site.<br />
Met with Leslie Reichert, <a href="http://www.greencleaningcoach.com/"Target="blank">The Cleaning Coach</a>, to discuss possible collaborations on DIY recipes adding performance and health and safety information. <br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Planned visit at University of Washington to discus field testing partnership and HPCP testing in January.<br />
• Participated in New England Surface Finishing conference in November. Met someone using TCE in a dry cleaning type machine for cleaning. Was invited to go see the operation<br />
• Participated at <a href="http://www.issa.com/"Target="blank">ISSA</a> and <a href="http://www.iega.org"Target="blank">IEHA</a> conferences in November<br />
• Spoke at a foreman/supervisor meeting in Attleboro on the 21st. The organizer was very interested in the <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> database. Interested in other collaboration with TURI. They are interested in supply chain work, how to get all the pieces of the puzzle talking to make low and no voc paints that work.<br />
• Manned table with OTA at first annual <a href="http://www.amiccon.com/"Target="blank">Amiccon conference</a> in Springfield. Connected with chambers of commerce and some business magazines from the area. Thoughts are to write short articles on TURI or projects to get our name out there.<br />
• Speaking at Fitchburg NCMBEN <a href="http://www.northcentralmass.com/services/north_central_business_environmental_network/default.cfm"Target="blank">event</a> at request of OTA. Discussing cold solvent cleaning options<br />
• Participated in conference call for <a href="http://www.healthdesign.org"Taget="blank">Healthy Hospital Initiative – Health Care without harm Green Cleaning project</a><br />
• Started fact/tip sheet on “greening your facility”<br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• University Research project – meeting on Dec 2 for status of surfactant project<br />
• Industry matching grants program – waiting for environmental/weathering testing. <br />
• Helping with TCE implementation plan<br />
• Dry Cleaning Assistance –Talking to <a href="http://www.kreussler-chemie.de"Target="blank">Kreussler</a> about chemical in their new dry cleaning solvent. Trying to get information. Looking to do alternative assessment with a few tools on the main solvent classes. Think it would be great to see how this new process would compare with other replacements. Could use <a href="http://www.cleanproduction.org/Greenscreen.php"Target="blank">Green Screen</a>, <a href="http://www.turi.org/toxics_use_home/hot_topics/cleaner_production/p2oasys_tool_to_compare_materials"Target="blank">P2OASys</a> and others. <br />
• TURI Web redesignDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-37685084116966194992010-11-16T09:55:00.000-05:002010-11-16T09:55:56.458-05:00Equipment evaluation options added to IEHA's High Performance Cleaning Product testing program<a href="http://www.ieha.org/nw_72-Equipment_Evaluation_Options_Added_to_IEHAs_High_Performance_Cleaning_Product_HPCP_Testing_Program"Target="blank">IEHA's High Performance Cleaning Product testing program</a> in collaboration with the University of Massachusetts Lowell TURI Laboratory is expanding to include equipment and non-chemical process testing. According to Beth Risinger, CEO and executive director of IEHA: "The IEHA Board of Directors has received several requests to evaluate the performance of equipment and processes in addition to chemical cleaning solutions, and after review, IEHA has agreed to develop a supplemental equipment testing program for hard surfaces that will augment the current HPCP test protocols." The Toxics Use Reduction Institute Laboratory that has been at the forefront of testing to find high-performance cleaning alternatives to toxic chemistries will conduct the equipment testingDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583639600301724637.post-56984901185240375042010-11-05T11:54:00.002-04:002010-11-05T11:55:13.647-04:00Lab update for October 2010<b>End User Testing</b><br />
Site visit to LED manufacturing company 10-28-10<br />
Contacted by company in Pawtucket, RI via EPA about testing assistance for MEK<br />
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<b>Small Contract Work</b><br />
<i>Ongoing or Completed</i><br />
2 chemical manufacturers – 10 trials, 3 cleaning equipment companies – 5 trials<br />
• Testing equipment for steam vapor cleaning. Evaluating range of applications for cleaning and disinfecting.<br />
• Waiting for feedback on dry mop and vacuum cleaning.<br />
<i>In the Works</i><br />
• Hard floor cleaning testing with the potential for future collaboration to develop official testing standard.<br />
• Performance testing on floor stripper for EcoLogo certification<br />
• GS 34 Testing project<br />
• Pot and pan cleaning testing<br />
• ASTM D4488, TURI all purpose and DCC-09 testing<br />
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<b>Database Web Tool</b><br />
• DIY conversations with IEHA may influence development of new end user interface for CleanerSolutions site.<br />
• Worked on structure for the behind the scenes database<br />
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Answered questions using <a href="http://www.cleanersolutions.org"Target="blank">CleanerSolutions</a> solvent replacement questions – sent links to reports and vendors in response to the following:<br />
• Hong Kong: For acetone replacement for our washing rooms-used for dissolution of the ink of markers and the organic residues (i.e. dyes, PCP, pesticides, fatty acid and etc<br />
• South Africa: Investigating alternatives to PCE and TCE as vapor degreasing agents for removing rolling lubricant from aluminum plates. <br />
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<b>Disinfection Testing</b><br />
Heidi, Tim and Katie have had more training in the Clinical Lab Science facility on basic microbiology techniques. Karen will be working on a write up for the SHE <br />
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<b>Do-it-Yourself Cleaning Recipes</b><br />
Worked with Joy on putting together <a href="http://www.turi.org/turi_lab/do_it_yourself_home_made_household_cleaner_recipes/home_cleaning_recipes"Target="blank">tip sheet</a> for DIY cleaning recipes. <br />
Planning to have monthly update on website for most recent testing of recipes.<br />
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<b>Outreach</b><br />
• Met with Karen to develop updated lab brochure - equipment testing insert<br />
• Planned visit at University of Washington to discus field testing partnership and HPCP testing in January<br />
• Scheduled to participate at NESF conference in November<br />
• Scheduled to participate at ISSA and IEHA conferences in November<br />
• Heidi spoke at a foreman/supervisor meeting in Attleboro in place of EPA on the 21st<br />
• Heidi speaking at coatings meeting with OTA on the 28th<br />
• Continuing education conference session for Nov 3<br />
• Speaking Dec 1st at Business Environmental Network meeting discussing cold solvent cleaning options and how the lab can help companies find the right alternative<br />
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<b>TURI Projects</b><br />
• Providing services TURI Community grant recipients focused on green cleaning – toilet bowl cleaner focus. Other DIY testing for handout for Community program<br />
• Met with UML faculty member to revisit his database proposal and to move project ahead without funding.<br />
• Industry matching grants program<br />
• Continuing Education conference session<br />
• Helping with TCE implementation plan<br />
• Dry Cleaning Assistance<br />
• TURI Web redesignDr. Jason Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16718133739059322353noreply@blogger.com