RSC fluids meet US EPA requirements
The company’s hydraulic, stern tub, thruster oils and cleaners were evaluated by independent laboratories to meet the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) definitions of biodegradable, minimally toxic and not bioaccumulative.
“The 2014 SVGP revisions create a sense of urgency around compliance for small vessel operators in the marine industry, and RSC Bio Solutions’ products provide a proven, high performing solution,” said Bernie Roell, vice president, technology, RSC Bio Solutions.
The EPA requires that all non-military, non-recreational vessels less than 79ft use EAL in oil to water interfaces unless technically infeasible. The SVGP revision also requires any above water line hull cleaning or deck washdowns resulting in discharge to be carried out with “minimally toxic” and “phosphate free” cleaners and detergents, and that all cleaners and detergents be non-caustic and biodegradable. These revisions to the EPA’s SVGP go into effect on 19 December 2014.
“Backed by significant laboratory data and more than 18 years in the field, we are confident that our products not only meet EPA regulations, but deliver superior performance to petroleum-based products and reduce the risk of harm to employees or the environment. These claims are validated by more than 100 OEM approvals from leading manufacturers, including Blohm + Voss, Wärtsilä, Rolls Royce and AEGIR-Marine,” he added.
RSC provides a range of chemistries and speciality products that the company says extend the life of equipment and tools while meeting or exceeding the performance of petroleum-based alternatives.
EnviroLogic EALs are suitable for a wide range of applications including controllable pitch propellers, thruster and hydraulic fluids and other oil-to-sea interfaces.
SAFECARE applications include deck and equipment wash, general purpose cleaning, degreasing, parts cleaning and oil stain removal.
In addition to meeting the new SVGP requirements, the EnviroLogic and SAFECARE series’ are also certified to meet the 2013 VGP requirements which took effect on 19 December 2013.
