Description
Book SynopsisIntroduction to Hazardous Waste Incineration, Second Edition The control of hazardous wastes is one of today's most critical environmental issues. Increasing numbers of engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel are being confronted with problems in this important area.
Trade Review"A text and reference for student and practicing environmental engineers...[the authors] discuss the fundamentals of incineration with practical application to wastes..." (SciTech Book News, Vol. 25, No. 4, December 2001)
"Reviewing this book was an enjoyable experience...it is well-written and thoroughly covers the topic...a sterling book for both students and practitioners." (Journal of Hazardous Materials, Vol. 89, No. 1, January 2002)
Table of ContentsTHE HAZARDOUS WASTE PROBLEM.
Hazardous Waste Incineration Overview.
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Standards and Regulations.
INCINERATION PRINCIPLES.
Basic Concepts.
Stoichiometric and Thermodynamic Considerations.
Thermochemical Applications.
EQUIPMENT.
Hazardous Waste Combustors.
Waste Heat Boilers.
Quenchers.
Air Pollution Control Equipment.
Materials Handling and Ancillary Equipment.
FACILITY DESIGN.
Design Principles.
Economic Considerations.
Design of a Hazardous Waste Incineration Facility.
Appendices.
Index.
