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Substitution of dichloromethane in the analysis of pesticide residue

In analysis of pesticide residues cyclohexane, ethylacetate, tert. butyl methyl ether, diethylether and light petroleum are tried as alternatives to dichloromethane. Conclusively cyclohexane, light petroleum or tert. butyl methyl ether is recommended in the article . Of these three recommended substances, light petroleum and tert. butyl methyl ether is included in the database of hazardous substances according to SUBSPORTplusS screening criteria (SDSC).

Farbentfernung von Bootskielen

Sieben Farbabbeizer wurden an dem Kiel eines Segelbootes getestet. Der Test zeigte, dass anstelle von Abbeizmitteln, die eingestufte Lösungsmittel wie Xylol, N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidon oder 1,3-Dioxolan enthalten, auch ein auf Pflanzenöl basierter Abbeizer verwendet werden kann.

Removal of paint from boat keels

Seven paint strippers were tested on the keel of a sailing boat. The test showed, that a stripper based on vegetable oil could be used instead of strippers containing classified solvents such as xylene, N-methyl-2-pyrolidon or 1,3-dioxolan.

Entfernung von Kontaktkleber in Bootskabinen

Bei der Reparatur oder Erneuerung der Verkleidung in Kabinen von Segelbooten ist es schwierig, alten Kontaktkleber zu entfernen. Oft werden Lösungsmittel wie Xylol oder Aceton verwendet. Eine auf Pflanzenölen basierende Alternative wird vorgestellt.

Removal of contact glue in boat cabins

When repairing or renewing lining in cabins of sailing boat it is hard to remove old contact glue. Often solvents as xylene or acetone are used. An alternative based on vegetable oil is presented.

Replacement of dichloromethane, trichloroethane, acetone and toluene by dibasic esters as cleaning solvent in a yacht company

Dibasic esters were used by a company building reinforced polyester boats as substitute for a cleaning mixture containing substances that are of concern because of their potential to cause fire, impair health, or affect the environment and the climate.

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