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SAGE 2.0 SOLVENT ALTERNATIVES GUIDE - USER'S GUIDE
Citation:
Monroe, K. SAGE 2.0 SOLVENT ALTERNATIVES GUIDE - USER'S GUIDE. EPA/600/R-94/069 (NTIS PB94-501764), 1994.
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Description:
The guide provides instruction for using the SAGE (Solvent Alternatives Guide) software system, version 2.O. It assumes that the user is familiar with the fundamentals of operating a personal computer under the Microsoft disk operating system (MS-DOS). AGE recommends solvent replacements in cleaning and degreasing operations. It leads the user through a question-and-answer session. The user's responses allow the system to develop a list of alternative chemistries and processes. The user may then review brief descriptions of the alternatives on the computer screen. If any of the alternatives are of interest, the user may request SAGE to generate a detailed report for each. The report includes general information, safety/environmental concerns, industrial case studies for the selected alternative, and information on state technical assistance programs in the user's geographical location that can provide additional information.