Municipal solid waste incinerator residues / A. John Chandler [and others].
Series: Studies in environmental science ; 67.1997Description: 1 online resource (xxxi, 974 pages) : illustrationsContent type:- text
- computer
- online resource
- 9780444825636
- 0444825630
- 9780080537184
- 0080537189
- TD797 .M86 1997eb

This text covers a broad spectrum of topics pertinent to the management of incinerator residues. Background information includes a history of incineration, and the influence of municipal waste composition, incinerator type air pollution control technologies on residue quality. Physical, chemical and leaching characteristics for the various ash streams are described, along with recommended sampling and evaluation methodologies. Residue handling and management options, including, treatment utilisation and disposal are also discussed in detail.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Print version record.
Front Cover; Municipal Solid Waste Incinerator Residues; Copyright Page; Preface; Table of Contents; Chapter 1 -- Introduction; Chapter 2 -- Municipal Solid Waste; Chapter 3 -- Municipal Solid Waste Incineration Technologies; Chapter 4 -- Air Emission Control Strategies; Chapter 5 -- Regulation of MSW Incinerators; Chapter 6 -- Issues Related to Incinerator Ash Sampling; Chapter 7 -- Characterisation Methodologies; Chapter 8 -- Fate of Elements During Incineration; Chapter 9 -- Bottom Ash; Chapter 10 -- Characteristics of Heat Recovery System Ash.
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