Hexavalent Chromium Reductions in Welding Fume Emissions

Project Number (JTEG Assigned) MC-08-0004
Project Title Hexavalent Chromium Reductions in Welding Fume Emissions
Service Marine Corps
Command LOGCOM
Implementation Depot ALBANY
Project Lead Greg Russell (229) 639-8072 gregory.russell.ctr@usmc.mil  
TI Goals Supported P-1, C-2, S-3
Focus Area Environmental
Platform General Ground Vehicle (Tracked or Wheeled)
Platform Specific Aluminum and Stainless Steel components for ground vehicles
Implemented Technology Improved use of ventilation safety devices and processes
Problem Definition Reduce the use of Cr(VI) in depot welding operations on aluminum and stainless steel components
Proposed Solution Identify welding processes that present hex chrome hazards and identify technology or ventilation soultions
Expected Result Elimination of hex chrome in depot welding operations
Benefits Eliminate hex chrome exposure from all depot operations and processes.
Unfunded Requirement No
Start FY FY08
Completion Date  FY09
WIP No
Implemented Yes
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