Fine Particle (2.5 microns) Emissions brings together and carefully explains the latest information on particle control.

Professionals can now turn to this book for comprehensive coverage of fine particles, including:

• Results from the latest studies examining their deleterious health effects
• Methods for measuring their concentration in gas streams
• Methods and costs for removing them from gas streams
• The impact of collecting condensables
• An overview of the most recent legislation and regulation

Contents

Introduction

• Overview of Particulate Matter (PM) Control
• PM
• PM10
• PM2.5
• The Scientific Basis for Ambient Air Quality Standards
• Primary Standards vs. Secondary Standards
• Who Is Most at Risk?
• Current Legislation

Health Effects

• Results of Recent Studies
• EPA Position on Certain Health Effects

Air Monitoring

• Ambient Air Monitoring Methods
• Emission Measurement Methods

Emission Control Methods

• Fabric/Filter/Baghouses
• Electrostatic Precipitators
• Wet Scrubbers
• Environmental Technology Verification and baghouse Filtration Products
• Cost Considerations

Nanoparticulates

• What Is a Nanoparticle?
• What Is Nanotechnology?
• What Is Nanotoxicology?
• Health Concerns/Issues
• Ongoing Research
• Current Organizations/Research
• Diesel Nanoparticulate Matter
• Nanofilters/Nanotechnology in the Fabric Filter Industry
• Additional Research Concerning Nanofiber Filtration

Index

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