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Project Code [2008-CP-13-S2]
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Project title
Coreless Block Mould ?The development of process technology to remove polystyrene core from the manufacturing process
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Honeywell Turbo Technologies Ireland
Lead Applicant
Terry James
Project Abstract
The main drivers for this project are two fold. Firstly, economically the delivery of this project will sustain employment in Waterford due to the site being able to reduce operational energy cost, increase its production capability and reduce delivery time thus enhancing its competitiveness within the worldwide market. Secondly, upon completion this project will deliver environmental benefits through a reduction in green house gas emission lowering the plants carbon footprint as well as reducing the generation of hazardous wastes that are currently being transported to Germany as a recyclable material.
Grant Approved
�199,999.00
Research Hub
Cleaner Production - Green Enterprise - Innovation and Demonstration
Initial Projected Completion Date
06/04/2011