CCC Chemicals Offers Successful Brownfield Remediation Solutions

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Toronto, Canada – May 26, 2016 /MarketersMedia/ —

Specializing in a comprehensive range of environmental products and solutions, along with access to experienced vendor partners, CCC Chemicals is pleased to offer solutions which can be used to remediate brownfield sites and pave the way for redevelopment. Brownfield properties are traditionally lands that have been potentially contaminated due to commercial, historical, or industrial land practices, which are vacant, underutilized, or derelict.

Typically, brownfields are located in vital community areas, such as along waterfronts or downtown, and could have both social and cultural heritage value. Even though they require more complex processes and solutions to redevelop, compared to traditional Greenfield properties, they do help revitalize communities, encourage future economic and redevelopment investments, and are potentially profitable.

CCC Chemicals understands the challenges created by brownfield properties and together with their vendor partners, have created a list of tips to make remediation successful.

Understand the Problem – Each brownfield site is different. As such, it requires a detailed investigation to determine the type and extent of contamination. Using advanced characterization tools, like hydraulic profiling tools, membrane interface probes, and so on, along with traditional methods, provides a wealth of vital data that is used to enhance remedial design.

Take Advantage of Financial Incentives – There are numerous financial incentives available to businesses for the redevelopment of brownfields in Ontario. For instance, feasibility grants help reduce the costs of environmental assessments and tax relief is available for cultural heritage property. In addition, there are government programs to encourage the cleanup and redevelopment of brownfields, like the BFTIP (Brownfields Financial Tax Incentive Program).

Secure Protection from Litigation – Developers have the option to pursue covenants not to sue, in addition to obtaining letters confirming no further remediation or action is required at a brownfield site. Further, developers can obtain environmental insurance in the form of coverage in the event expenses exceed a specific cap. Protection varies by site and should be a primary consideration when undertaking brownfield remediation projects.

Work with Local Municipalities – By getting local municipalities involved in brownfield remediation projects, they are invested. As a result, not only are they are critical in the project’s success, but also can lend assistance in alleviating regulatory barriers. Additionally, they help create value, create a common vision to engage local residents and businesses, and lend guidance for redevelopment by aligning future city development plans to fit with the remediation project.

Be Creative with the Development Plan – Whether it is groundwater cleanup or soil excavation, just about every redevelopment project requires some form of remediation. One way to reduce redevelopment costs is by incorporating remediation as part of the development plan. For instance, offsetting the cost for soil excavation could be accomplished by planning for an underground parking facility.

Select the Right Technology – There is a wide array of remediation technologies to choose from, and it is essential to select the one(s) which best match the conditions of the brownfield site. Key components to consider when choosing the most cost-effective and efficient option are the type and concentration of the contamination, redevelopment timeframe, and project budget. Obtaining assistance from an experienced technology partner, like CCC Chemicals, can be a tremendous value and makes selecting the right technology easier.
The following are a few examples of brownfield sites that were remediated with assistance from CCC Chemicals, along with their vendor partner, REGENESIS, using several different technologies.

PlumeStop and ORC-Advanced

An active gas station in Bothell, Washington had hydrocarbon impacted soil and groundwater and despite the installation of soil vapour extraction (SVE) and air sparging (AS) system, it failed to meet environmental standards.

Working with REGENESIS, the consultant decided on the strategy of injecting:

PlumeStop: A colloidal suspension of microscale activated carbon that can rapidly remove contaminants from groundwater via adsorption and expedite biodegradation.

ORC-Advanced (ORC-A): A product which produces a controlled release oxygen for up to twelve months and can accelerate natural biodegradation processes.

After applying the PlumeStop and ORC-A via direct-push technology (DPT), reduction of petroleum hydrocarbon contaminant concentrations in soil and groundwater was achieved within 24 hours and are now below Washington State standards.

This project is a demonstration of how PlumeStop can be a very effective tool to promote rapid reduction of dissolved-phase plumes and help achieve stringent cleanup standards leading to permanent site closure.

PersulfOx

A brownfield site in southwestern Ontario exhibited a hydrocarbon plume originating from a former gasoline station that was migrating off-site, presenting liability concerns. Previous remedial efforts included the injection of base-activated persulfate, but did not result in significant reductions due to rebounding issues and problems with pH buffering.

In-Situ Remediation Limited, the contractor on site, selected PersulfOx as part of their remedial strategy. PersulfOx is sodium persulfate catalyzed with a proprietary catalyst. The inclusion of this catalyst alleviates the pH issues that often adversely affect base-activated persulfate applications. It is an all-in-one product which also eliminates the need to handle hazardous activators such as hydrogen peroxide or caustic soda.
Injections of PersulfOx were conducted and cleanup criteria was quickly achieved resulting in 2+ years of monitoring results that meet provincial standards.

For addition information about CCC Chemicals and the company’s brownfield remediation solutions and related services, please feel free to visit their official website at www.ccc-group.com or contact a representative by phone at 800.461.1638.

About CCC Chemicals

CCC Chemicals is part of the largest independent distributors in Canada, which began operations in 1920. Since that time, the distribution company has grown and expanded into other industrial markets, including the chemicals and plastics industries. Today, CCC Chemicals is a full service provider and market leader offering quality services and products, while adhering to a strict set of core values, including integrity, respect for communities, the environment, and their employees.

The company provides over 5,000 specialty and commodity products, while servicing businesses in numerous industrial, food, soap and detergent, solvent, chemical, polymer and coatings, oil and gas, mining, pulp and paper, water treatment and environmental markets. CCC Chemicals’ extensive knowledge and dedicated market focus has helped the company provide added value and develop strong relationships with their suppliers, vendor partners, and customers, which reflect their ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation, and flexibility.

For more information about us, please visit http://www.ccc-group.com/

Contact Info:
Name: Sandra Stella
Organization: Canada Colors and Chemicals Limited
Address: 175 Bloor Street East Suite 1300, North Tower Toronto, ON M4W 3R8
Phone: 800.461.1638

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