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Iowa Environmental Managers Training Program
Iowa Environmental Managers Training Program

Announcement: In October 2012, the IWRC will be launching a training program for environmental managers.

Storm Water Discharge Permits
Storm Water Discharge Permits

Storm water runoff is carried by the storm water system (gutters, storm drains and ditches) to local waterways, and is a major source of pollutants. This runoff can significantly contribute to localized violations of water quality standards for specific pollutants during storms.

By Sue Behrns
HVLP vs. Conventional Spray Guns
HVLP vs. Conventional Spray Guns

High Volume – Low Pressure (HVLP) spray guns are often viewed as the holy grail of spray painting transfer efficiency (TE).   Quite often, HVLP is automatically assigned a generous TE rating of 65% without much (if any) consideration of coating characteristics, spray gun setup parameters, finish quality requirements, and the geometry of the work pieces being coated.

By Brian Gedlinske
Grain PTE Software
Grain PTE Software

There are four group classifications for grain elevators. The Grain Potential-to-Emit (PTE) software will help you determine your classification and the requirements to comply with the IDNR.

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On-Site Reviews                          
On-Site Review

An on-site review from the IWRC is a free, confidential, and non-regulatory service provided to Iowa small businesses with 200 or less employees.

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Iowa Air Emissions Assistance Program
Iowa Air Emissions Assistance Program

IAEAP provides free, non-regulatory assistance to Iowa small businesses (100 employees or less) on air emission regulations.

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VirtualPaint / LaserPaint
PaintTraining Products

The IWRC has developed state of the art technologies for more efficient and environmentally friendly production painting processes.

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STAR4Defense                                  
STAR4D

STAR4Defense is a training and certification program for military coatings application technicians that includes classroom curriculum and hands-on training.

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Iowa Waste Exchange                        
Iowa Waste Exchange

This program is a cooperative effort of many agencies and organizations to provide Iowa business and industry with ways to redirect waste from disposal facilities.

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SprayItRight Online Painter Training 
SprayItRight Online Painter Training

This is an easy to use online painter training course that satisfies the training requirements of the US EPA's NESHAP subpart HHHHHH.

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