UNEP/IEO, Paris, 1989, 91 Seiten mit 21 Bildern. Taschenbuch, Paperback.

OVERVIEW AND SUMMARY - INTRODUCTION - ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE METAL FINISHING INDUSTRY - Sources of Pollutants - Environmental Effects - Assessment of Potential Impacts - Management to Reduce Environmental Impact - IMPROVING METAL FINISHING TECHNIQUES IN REGARD TO ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION - Minimizing Effluents - Drainage and Dragout - Reduction of Rinsewater Consumption - Regeneration of Baths - Recovery from Dilute Solutions - Combinations of Different Technologies - Wastewater Treatment - Detoxification of Hexavalent Chromium - Detoxification of Cyanides - Neutralization and Precipitation - Sedimentation and Clarification - Sludge Dewatering - Treating Oily Waters - Control of Air Emissions - RESIDUE DISPOSAL - PREVENTIVE MEASURES FOR POLLUTION AVOIDANCE - Replacement of Hazardous Chemicals by Less Toxic Substances - Recovery of Chemicals - Good Housekeeping and Workplace Safety - Buildings and Equipment - Management of Spills and Leaks - EXAMPLES OF LEGAL PROVISIONS AND ADMINISTRATIVE ARRANGEMENTS - Water Quality Control - Sewer Discharge Limits - Waste Disposal - Air Emission Control - ANNEXES - Recommendations for Further Reading - Cascade Rinsing Tables - Table of Common Processes and Chemicals Used - International Organizations able to Advise on Hazardous Chemicals - Chemical Safety Data.