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Complete List of Links for the Aerospace Topic Hub™ - Total Number of Links: 30
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Best of the Rest Links: 16
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Essential Links
A Primer On Waterborne Coatings
Abstract: Provides issues to consider when switching from solvent based coatings to water based coatings.
Source: Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Aircraft Depainting Technology [PDF]
Abstract: Provides an overview of the development of non-hazardous replacements for chemical paint stripping.
Source: Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program
Resource Type: Case study/success story
Aqueous Cleaning - Technology Review
Abstract: Identifies key issues in switching to water based cleaning systems.
Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center
Resource Type: Article/report
DOD Report - Paint Stripping Methods [PDF]
Abstract: An evaluation on the cost effectiveness of mechanical methods of paint stripping
aircraft compared to chemical methods.
Source: U.S. Air Force
Resource Type: Article/report
Fact Sheet: Waste Reduction in the Aerospace Industry [PDF]
Abstract: Provides a quick bullet list of pollution prevention opportunities for facility modifications, electronic and final assembly, painting and plating, machining and printed circuit board fabrication.
Source: Virginia Waste Minimization Program
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Joint Service Pollution Prevention Handbook
Abstract: Provides access to pollution prevention technology descriptions for processes investigated by the armed forces.
Source: Joint Group on Pollution Prevention
Resource Type: Web site
Metal Painting and Coating Operations
Abstract: Provides detail on processes involved in the finishing of products and pollution prevention opportunities to mitigate environmental impacts.
Source: Great Lakes Regional Pollution Prevention Roundtable
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
No-Clean Technology Review
Abstract: Technical review investigates no-clean approaches focused on one specific application: no-clean applications for soldering in electronics assembly.
Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center
Resource Type: Article/report
Pollution Prevention Opportunities for Painting and Coatings Operations [PDF]
Abstract: Provides descriptions of the spray coating technologies availabe to reduce the generation of pollution.
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Pollution Prevention Tips for Spray Painters
Abstract: Provides practical tips for spray painters to increase their transfer efficiency.
Source: Georgia Pollution Prevention Assistance Program
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Pollution Solutions - Painting Operations
Abstract: Provides specific recommendations for preventing pollution in painting operations.
Source: University of Missouri Lincoln University
Resource Type: Web site
Profile of the Aerospace Industry
Abstract: Provides information on processes, relationships with support industries, pollution outputs, pollution prevention opportunities and environmental regulations.
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
Resource Type: Article/report
Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Cleaning Technology Review
Abstract: Technical Review provides information on the issues of using supercritical cabon-dioxide cleaning technologies and methods.
Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center
Resource Type: Article/report
The Coatings Guide Cost Tool
Abstract: This tool can help you identify and compare costs involved in converting your current coating processes to accommodate a new coating technology.
Source: Research Triangle Institute
Resource Type: Software/electronic tool

Best of the Rest Links
A Guide for Fiberglass Operations
Abstract: This guide provides information on fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) processes, environmental impacts, pollution prevention technologies and best management practices.
Source: Washington State Department of Ecology
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
Analysis of Pollution Prevention Investments. Using Total Cost Assessment:. A Case Study in the Metal Finishing Industry [PDF]
Abstract: Demonstrates Total Cost Assessment (TCA) as an effective decision tool for evaluating the costs and benefits of pollution prevention investments in metal finishing. Compiled by Causing, Jensen, Haynes, & Marquardt.
Source: Pollution Prevention Resource Center
Resource Type: Article/report
Bicarbonate Of Soda Stripping [PDF]
Abstract: Technical review on the use of bicarbonate of soda as a blast media for removing paint.
Source:
Resource Type: Article/report
Biochemical Cleaning Solvents
Abstract: Provides information on successful solvent alternatives which are derived wholly or in part from biochemicals.
Source: Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Canadian Success Stories - Allied Signal Aerospace Canada
Abstract: Provides information on the use of alternative de-icing products.
Source: Environment Canada
Resource Type: Case study/success story
Cleaner Production - Methylene Chloride Paint Stripping Process - Intrepid Industries Pty Ltd
Abstract: Provides information on a Replacing a methylene chloride based paint stripping process with a pyrolysis process.
Source: Environment Australia
Resource Type: Case study/success story
Guide to Cleaner Technologies - Organic Coating Removal [PDF]
Abstract: Describes depainting processes that have less of an environmental impact.
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
Resource Type: Article/report
Machine Shop Finds New Uses For Aerospace Technology
Abstract: This aerospace supplier designs and manfuctures tooling directly from a CAD model, saving on time and materials. They also use vacuum bagging instead of open molding for fiberglass manufacturing.
Source: Modern Machine Shop (MMS Online)
Resource Type: Case study/success story
Nonchromate Primer for Aircraft Exteriors
Abstract: This research and testing project intended to reduce worker exposure to hexavalent chromium by identifying and validating nonchromate primers for use on aircraft exterior surfaces that meet performance requirements.
Source: Boeing Military Aircraft and Missile Systems Group
Resource Type: Article/report
Paint Removal [PDF]
Abstract: Provides information reducing the use of chlorinated solvents through alternative paint removal processes.
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
Resource Type: Article/report
Paint Waste Reduction - Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems
Abstract: Provides information on how Lockheed Martin revised their methods for mixing multi-component paints for touch-up and small parts application to reduce waste paint.
Source: Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Resource Type: Case study/success story
Paints and Coating Resource Center
Abstract: This web site provides information for facilities that use paints and coatings to finish a product.
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
Resource Type: Web site
Plastic Media Blasting [PDF]
Abstract: Technical review on the use of plastic as a blasting media to remove paint.
Source: U.S. Navy
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Solvent Elimination at Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems
Abstract: Provides information on replacement of solvent parts washers with aqueous parts washers to eliminate the safety concerns, reporting requirements, and costs associated with solvent use.
Source: Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Resource Type: Case study/success story
The American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society, Inc.
Abstract: An international, individual-membership, non-profit professional society focusing on the science of surface finishing.
Source: The American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society, Inc.
Resource Type: Article/report
Waste Reduction Resource Center - P2Infohouse
Abstract: Comprehensive library of technical P2 information. A search on "aerospace" results in over 200 documents and links related to documents and case studies related to P2 in the aerospace industry.
Source: North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Resource Type: Web site
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