Pollution-free chromium from BlueStar

25/09/2007
 
Beijing-based chromium producer BlueStar Group has eliminated all toxic residues from its chromium chemical production in its Henan province plant.

The company claims to have launched the world's first pollution-free 10,000-ton chromium chemical project, with the help of the Chinese Academy of Science

The manufacture of chromium chemicals typically results in the production of highly toxic residues, which can cause serious water, soil and air pollution, while
BlueStar's new unit is said to consume 20% less power and produce 80 less chromium residue than typical producers.

Furthermore, the residue that is produced can be used to make other products. Therefore, utilisation of resources is said to be higher than 98%. Not only does the plant offer environmental benefits, it could also lead to improved profit margins.

Chromium chemicals are used in the leather tanning, pigment and electroplating industries. China is a major producer of the chemicals, with an annual production capacity of approximately 318,000 tons.