Patents Assigned to MAECORP Incorporated
  • Patent number: 5193936
    Abstract: A two-step treatment process is disclosed for application of lead-toxic wastes to fixate and stabilize leachable lead contained therein. The process employs the use of a sulfate compound, such as gypsum, in a first step; and a phosphate reagent, such as phosphoric acid, in a second step. After thorough mixing and curing, a substantially solid end product is formed in which the lead is chemically fixed and remains in stabilized form for indefinite geologic periods. The process reduces Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure lead levels below the regulatory threshold of 5 mg/l as required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The waste also beneficially undergoes volume reduction in a short curing time, and is applicable in a variety of situations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1991
    Date of Patent: March 16, 1993
    Assignee: MAECORP Incorporated
    Inventors: Dhiraj Pal, Karl Yost