How Aero TMF’S Environmental Practices Make Us a Long-Lasting Metal Finishing Partner
Environmentalism has been a hot topic in manufacturing for years. Today, environmental responsibility is not just a noble undertaking but a critical necessity for many shops.
Aero TMF’s facility is located in California, a state with stringent rules regarding eco-consciousness. Our team prioritizes going above and beyond in responding to EPA regulations without sacrificing quality or price. Our commitment to environmental practices is about more than compliance; it’s about ensuring the longevity of our business and fostering long-lasting partnerships with our customers.
Let’s delve into why our environmental practices matter, how they shape our operations, and why customers should care about choosing an environmentally-conscious partner like Aero TMF.
Why Aero TMF Prioritizes Environmentalism in Our Metal Finishing Services
In California, stringent environmental regulations offer both a challenge and an opportunity for technical metal finishing shops like ours. We are closely regulated by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD), an agency that sets out to make sure California-based manufacturers follow the EPA-approved guidelines set for our industry and area. Particularly with regulations governing the use of hexavalent chromium, a heavily regulated compound we handle, it is imperative that we adhere to limits and transparently report all usage.
We’ve witnessed companies that failed to comply face shutdowns and significant investments to rectify violations. As a result, their customers have experienced significant order delays and cancellations before moving forward with a different supplier.
Our proactive approach to environmental compliance safeguards our operations and provides our customers with a sense of security. We assure our customers of our long-term commitment to delivering reliable services while upholding the highest environmental standards.
Our Environmental Practices in Action
In our shop, environmental consciousness permeates every facet of our operations.
Managing Air Quality in Anodizing and Painting
Our anodize service employs state-of-the-art scrubbers and air filtration systems to ensure emissions meet regulatory standards.
Proper reporting and filtration are necessary in painting operations. Our team builds Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) logs and sends them to the AQMD. This essential reporting tracks the monthly usage of different paints to ensure we are not releasing hazardous chemicals into the atmosphere. Additionally, our team utilizes HEPA filters to filtrate the air before and during many of our painting operations. The rigorous tracking and delivery of these VOC logs, as well as the employment of proactive filtration systems, underscore our commitment to air quality.
Waste Management
Our waste management practices are meticulous. Because most of the waste in our facility is considered hazardous, we employ a third-party vendor with substantial expertise in compliant and safe disposal measures. Moreover, Aero TMF has an internal recycling initiative to manage all other waste in our facility.
Modern Equipment Usage
We’ve seen a common trend for many manufacturers penalized for non-compliance: older equipment. Shops with little to no modern equipment find that the investment needed to purchase tools that will get them to code is astronomical. Because Aero TMF has acquired updated AQMD-approved machinery, we’re already several steps ahead.
California Metal Finishing, at the Forefront of Environmentalism
As pioneers in environmentalism, California sets the benchmark for clean air and water standards. While aerospace metal finishing is certainly not limited to the Golden State, partnering with a California-based vendor for this service sends a powerful message of commitment to sustainability. As California leads, other states will eventually follow; this differentiates Aero TMF as a partner on the cutting edge of where the industry is going in years to come. Safety and environmental consciousness are here to stay and our shop is aligned to navigate the future of manufacturing.
Partner with Aero TMF for Sustainable Solutions
Choosing an eco-conscious partner is essential in an industry where environmental considerations are non-negotiable. Aero TMF’s unwavering commitment to sustainability in each of our metal finishing services ensures compliance, reliability, and longevity.
Request a quote with Aero TMF today to experience Nadcap-certified aerospace solutions that prioritize performance and the planet.
