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Jan Carlson

Catalytic Products employee for over 22 years with a full range of products knowledge

CPI Installs Catalytic Oxidizer at Midwest Bakery

Oct 6, 2021 10:57:18 AM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) installed a Catalytic Oxidizer (CatOx) at a Midwest USA bakery for the abatement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Catalytic Oxidizer, Bakery, Blog

Case Study: Landfill Biogass Oxidizer Solutions

Posted by Jan Carlson

Sep 28, 2021 11:37:00 AM

Landfill gas (LFG) is a natural byproduct of the decomposition of organic material in landfills. LFG is composed of approximately 50 percent methane (CH4), 50 percent carbon dioxide (CO₂) and small amounts of non-methane organic compounds (NMOCs). NMOCs include reactive volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs).

Topics: Adhesives and Silicone, VOC Emissions, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Landfill, Renewable Fuel, RNG

CPI installs Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer for Railcar Manufacturer

Posted by Jan Carlson

Sep 22, 2021 1:32:02 PM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) recently installed an 8,000 SCFM Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) at a new Midwestern USA railcar manufacturer for the abatement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from the interior lining process.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Blog, Rail Car

CPI Installed Thermal Oxidizer for RNG at Wastewater Treatment (WWTP) Facility

Posted by Jan Carlson

Jul 27, 2021 8:15:25 AM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) installed a Direct Fired Thermal Oxidizer (DFTO) at a Southwestern USA publicly owned wastewater treatment (WWTP) facility for the abatement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and other separated constituents from the wastewater treatment gas separation process.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Thermal Oxidizer, Blog, Renewable Fuel, RNG, Wastewater Treatment (WWTP)

CPI Installs RTO for Adhesive Coated Film Manufacturing

Posted by Jan Carlson

Jul 13, 2021 9:54:10 AM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) recently installed a new Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) at a Midwest USA manufacturer of adhesive coated films for the abatement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) on a new, world-class coating and laminating line.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Web Coating, Blog

CPI Installs RTO for Railcar Paint Systems

Posted by Jan Carlson

Jun 8, 2021 9:42:59 AM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) recently installed a 55,000 SCFM Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) at a Southwestern USA railcar manufacturer for the abatement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from their paint systems.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Paint & Coatings, Blog, Rail Car

CPI Installs RTO for Auto & Metal Shredder Emission Control

Posted by Jan Carlson

May 21, 2021 11:29:41 AM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) installed a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) at a Midwest metal recycling facility for the control of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and odor emissions.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Blog, Recycling, Auto Shredding, Metal Shredding

How to Make a Positive Impact on the Environment This Earth Day

Posted by Jan Carlson

Apr 22, 2021 9:00:00 AM

Earth Day April 22 - 300x300 Thursday, April 22, 2021, marks the 51st annual Earth Day. Earth Day was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson, who was concerned that environmental issues were not being addressed. He created the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, as a "national teach-in on the environment,” with celebrations taking place at universities, primary and secondary schools, and communities across the United States. The first Earth Day was effective at raising awareness about environmental issues and transforming public attitudes. It is thought that over 20 million people participated in events that day. In 1990, Earth Day became a worldwide event, with over 140 countries and 200 million people participating. Today, more than 1 billion people are involved in Earth Day activities, making it "the largest secular civic event in the world."

The theme of Earth Day 2021 is Restore Our Earth™. We must Restore Our Earth not just because we care about the natural world, but because we live on it. Every one of us needs a healthy Earth to support our jobs, livelihoods, health & survival, and happiness. A healthy planet is not an option — it is a necessity.

As we continue to observe CDC guidance for COVID-19, many virtual global events and summits are available to participate in including a global youth climate summit and an Earth Day Live digital event. The Biden administration will also convene a global leaders summit to galvanize efforts by the major economies to tackle the climate crisis.

Since the first Earth Day and the establishment of the EPA in 1970, EPA has played a key role in protecting human health and the environment. Understanding and addressing climate change is critical to EPA's mission. Through the EPA Center for Corporate Climate Leadership, EPA encourages organizations to achieve cost-effective greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions and drive innovations in reducing their greenhouse gas impacts. The Center provides guidance for companies to calculate and report emissions including Scope 1 emissions (direct GHG emissions).

Scope 1 GHG emissions are defined by the EPA as emissions resulting from stationary combustion including boilers, heaters, furnaces, kilns, ovens, flares, thermal oxidizers, dryers, and any other equipment or machinery that combusts carbon bearing fuels or waste stream materials.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Environmental and Regulatory, Blog

CPI Installs RTO for Automotive Parts Painting

Posted by Jan Carlson

Apr 6, 2021 8:38:25 AM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) recently completed the installation of a new Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) in the Southwest USA for the abatement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from the surface coating of Class A composite automotive body parts.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Automotive Industry, News, Paint & Coatings, Blog

CPI Installs Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer at Eastern USA Bakery

Posted by Jan Carlson

Mar 16, 2021 9:30:00 AM

Catalytic Products International (CPI) installed a 7,000 SCFM Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) at an Eastern USA bakery for the abatement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from the conveyorized bread baking ovens.

Topics: Air Pollution Control, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Bakery, Blog, Food & Bakery Case Study