From October 2007, processing plants and power stations up and down the country will have to clean up their act to ensure compliance with the EU’s IPPC directive 96/61/EU. The legislation, which already applies to all new build factories, will require existing factories and plants to improve the management of industrial processes and ensure a safer, cleaner environment by, amongst other things, reducing their fugitive emissions.
The impact of the legislation will have significant consequences for all processes in any factory, as all plants and factories which fail to comply with the standards set by the directive may be closed.
Whilst the impact of the new directive cannot be understated, industry should not fear this new legislation. Gaskets have been developed and are now available, which significantly reduce fugitive emissions. The small extra cost involved will be quickly regained by the savings achieved from reduced product loss. October 2007 is not far away and action is recommended now.
Beldam Burgmann’s specialist fugitive emissions sales department, dedicated to this issue, will work with sites to ensure compliance with the new legislation before it comes into force.
To find out more about how we can help you to comply with this legislation, call Clive Burkinshaw on 07799 641 237.