Re: Solubility

[jgbarnes@ix.netcom.com (JAMES BARNES)]

Filtration is, of course, a pretty common activity in the power reactor 
industry.  Fundamentally, it should work on a smaller scale.  Be VERY 
CAREFUL, however, that you are dealing only with a radiological 
contaminant.  If you have any hazardous waste constituents, then 
filtration could be construed as "treatment," for which you have to 
have various and sundry permits (EPA type).

Technically, its a simple process and materials are readily available.  
Regulatorily, it can quickly turn into a nightmare, so research it very 
thoroughly with your local reg agencies before embarking on the 
adventure.

Jim Barnes, CHP
RSO
Rockwell International, Rocketdyne Division

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You wrote: 
>
>Hi,
>
>I'm looking for some suggestions about drain disposal.  Yes,
>94-07.  We have compiled tons of information about the
>solubility of the labelled compounds in our drums awaiting
>disposal.  We do have drums with small amounts of
>"insoluble" labelled compounds.  We are hoping to filter
>these drums before disposal.  Has anyone been doing this?
>Any suggestions on filter size and the most effective
>disposal setups?  Any information would be helpful.
>
>     Thanks in advance,
>               Patrick
>
>          P.S.  Ira said I should brag about coming in
>second (gross and net) at the HPS meeting's golf tournament
>yesterday.  I should have won.  Next year.
>