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RTO systems provide a reliable and proven solution for VOC control in paint and coating operations. Their ability to manage high airflow, variable solvent loads, and strict regulatory requirements makes them preferred technology for long-term operational efficiency and compliance.

At Ship & Shore Environmental, we help customers achieve reliable compliance and performance. When it comes to source testing, preparation is key to accurate results.

As manufacturers and municipalities search for alternatives to landfilling, biomass processing has emerged as a practical way to recover value from waste materials. Instead of disposing of organic byproducts, facilities can convert them into useful fuel while reducing overall environmental impact.

At Ship & Shore Environmental, we work with manufacturers and OEMs to develop practical VOC control solutions that support compliance, operational efficiency, and long-term reliability.

A PTE is not just physical structure—it is a controlled airflow system. Its performance depends on pressure balance, enclosure integrity, and directional airflow working together as one system.

When facilities invest in a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, the system’s design can impact far more than VOC destruction.

At Ship & Shore Environmental, we engineer integrated air pollution control systems built around real production conditions.

Paint and coating processes require consistent product quality while managing air emissions generated from solvent-based materials.

Advanced emission control technologies, particularly RTO systems, play a vital role in enabling manufacturers to balance productivity, compliance, and sustainability in an evolving regulatory landscape.

Ship & Shore Environmental integrates engineered solutions such as Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs), Direct-Fired Thermal Oxidizers (DFTOs), and scrubbers alongside boilers.

By combining engineering expertise with hands-on support, SSE helps facilities improve air quality, enhance energy efficiency, ensure compliance, and reduce operational costs.

By combining regenerative oxidation, intelligent heat recovery, and site-specific design, plants can minimize VOC emissions while reducing energy consumption, turning pollution control into a strategic advantage for sustainable manufacturing

At Ship & Shore Environmental, dust collection systems are designed as integrated solutions matched to each process. Systems capture dust at the source, maintain high filtration efficiency, and deliver stable long-term performance.

The renewable energy industry is rapidly evolving toward systems that do more than generate power. Today’s most advanced technologies close material loops, destroy harmful compounds, and protect the air we breathe.

The renewable energy industry is rapidly evolving toward systems that do more than generate power. Today’s most advanced technologies close material loops, destroy harmful compounds, and protect the air we breathe.

The renewable energy industry is rapidly evolving toward systems that do more than generate power. Today’s most advanced technologies close material loops, destroy harmful compounds, and protect the air we breathe.

The renewable energy industry is rapidly evolving toward systems that do more than generate power. Today’s most advanced technologies close material loops, destroy harmful compounds, and protect the air we breathe.

#TechTalk: RTO Ceramic Heat Exchange Media Health December 17, 2025 Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs) rely on the “three Ts” for effective VOC, HAP, and odorous air treatment: sufficient residence time, proper oxidation temperature, and adequate turbulence to ensure thorough mixing. When these factors are balanced, RTOs deliver reliable and efficient emission control. Even well-maintained RTOs… View Article

#TechTalk: Understanding EPA 5-Point PTE Criteria for VOC Control December 3, 2025 VOCs from coating operations pose environmental and regulatory challenges. The EPA 5-Point Permanent Total Enclosure (PTE) Criteria provides guidelines to capture VOCs effectively and direct them to control devices, ensuring compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. 1. Importance of PTE Criteria PTE criteria define… View Article

#TechTalk: Cleaner & Greener Ceramic Manufacturing November 26, 2025 Lead your ceramic manufacturing toward cleaner, greener production! Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. delivers advanced Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs) engineered for the unique needs of the ceramic industry. Our customizable, energy-efficient electric RTO systems remove VOCs and harmful emissions from firing and glazing operations—ensuring strict compliance… View Article

#TechTalk: Understanding Boilers & Pollution Abatement November 12, 2025 Boilers are the powerhouse of modern industry, converting fuel energy into steam that drives production, sterilization, heating, and countless other operations. A boiler is a pressurized vessel that generates steam through heat transfer, serving vital roles across hospitals, universities, food processing facilities, and manufacturing plants where… View Article

#TechTalk: Ship & Shore Environmental’s Advanced Cleantech Solutions for Pentane Emission Control October 25, 2025 Ship & Shore Environmental (S&SE) has been a trusted partner to the Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) industry for many years, providing state-of-the-art equipment to control pentane emissions. Building on decades of experience, S&SE has developed innovative cleantech solutions that not only… View Article

#TechTalk: Advanced VOC Abatement and Energy Optimization in Coil Coating Operations September 24, 2025 Coil coating is a precision-driven process that provides the durable and premium finishes used in appliances, construction materials, and numerous other metal-based products. According to the National Coil Coating Association (NCCA), the method is a continuous, automated operation where steel or… View Article

#TechTalk: From Ink to Air – Transforming the Packaging Industry with Clean-Tech September 10, 2025 Packaging is more than just a protective shell—it is vital for branding, consumer appeal, and product preservation. From glossy food wrappers to pharmaceutical cartons, packaging is inseparable from modern life. Yet, its production carries environmental responsibilities that the industry cannot… View Article

#TechTalk: Next-Level VOC & Ozone Abatement for the Flexographic and Packaging Industry August 27, 2025 For 25 years, Ship & Shore Environmental (SSE) has been a trusted partner to the flexographic printing and laminating industry, providing innovative and reliable solutions for VOC and ozone control. Celebrating our 25th anniversary in September 2025, SSE has successfully… View Article

#TechTalk: DFTOs: The Only Choice for Tough Biofuel & Biogas Emissions July 15, 2025 As biofuel and biogas production expands, many facilities face a rising challenge: emissions too hot, corrosive, or chemically complex for standard VOC abatement systems. That’s where Direct-Fired Thermal Oxidizers (DFTOs) come in—especially for processes like anaerobic digestion, pyrolysis, or organics-to-energy where… View Article

#TechTalk: 7.2.2025 From Foam to Fumes: The RTO Strategy Behind EPS Industry Compliance Expanded Polystyrene Manufacturers Incorporate RTO Technology to Meet Clean Air Regulations Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) has become indispensable in our daily lives for its lightweight, insulative, and protective properties.  It’s a material (foam product) most commonly utilized in protective packaging but is finding… View Article

#TechTalk – Ship & Shore RTO Modular Build for Quality and Reduced Construction & Field Time Ship & Shore Environmental routinely utilizes modular build techniques in all of our RTO system construction. Modular construction lends itself to the highest quality and minimum product handling throughout the entire construction process. Repeatable fabrication ensures highest product quality,... View Article

#TechTalk – PFAS Destruction: Why 1,500°F Isn't Enough Anymore PFAS regulations aren’t coming — they’re here. And in 2025, the EPA’s final rule on destruction and disposal means one thing: proof matters. Here’s the bottom line: Most thermal oxidizers in the field today weren’t designed to meet the destruction thresholds these rules demand. 🔥 What EPA Requires... View Article

#TechTalk – PFAS Destruction: Why 1,500°F Isn't Enough Anymore PFAS regulations aren’t coming — they’re here. And in 2025, the EPA’s final rule on destruction and disposal means one thing: proof matters. Here’s the bottom line: Most thermal oxidizers in the field today weren’t designed to meet the destruction thresholds these rules demand. 🔥 What EPA Requires... View Article

#TechTalk – Remote diagnostics from Ship & Shore Environmental This week at Ship & Shore Environmental Remote diagnostics from Ship & Shore Environmental saves time and money! In today’s fast paced process manufacturing environment, customers need expedited real time assessment and adjustment of factory running equipment to maintain highest product quality and efficiency. The ability... View Article

#TechTalk – Before the Stack: Smarter Air Pollution Control for Semiconductor Fabs In semiconductor manufacturing, precision is everything — and that includes emissions control. With solvents, acids, and VOCs involved in nearly every step of production, air pollution control works best when it’s built into the process from the start, not just handled at the... View Article

#TechTalk - Smarter Collection System Design For Flexographic Industry (Presses & Laminators): Why Ductwork Isn’t Just Ductwork When Flexographic facilities add or replace presses, the focus is usually on speed, color stations, and print quality — not ductwork. But in air pollution control, and specifically Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTO’s) your collection system directly determines how... View Article

#TechTalk - Industrial Heat Recovery – Transforming Waste Energy into Cost Savings Ship & Shore Helps Facilities Optimize Energy Use & Reduce Emissions The Growing Demand for Heat Recovery Manufacturers today face rising energy costs and increasing pressure to operate sustainably. Rather than allowing valuable waste heat to escape, Ship & Shore Environmental’s advanced heat... View Article

#TechTalk - The Role of Hot Bypass in Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs) Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs) efficiently control volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) in industrial processes. A key feature enhancing their functionality is the hot bypass system, which offers safety, flexibility, and operational efficiency. Understanding RTOs RTOs oxidize VOCs and HAPs... View Article

#TechTalk - Coffee Producers Protecting the Environment Who does not enjoy a nice warm eye-opening cup of coffee to get the day started, or to deliver a jolt of energy during the day, or to finish off a nice meal? Coffee is consumed all over the world and is prepared in numerous ways to the... View Article

#TechTalk - Tackling Air Pollution and Climate Change: An Integrated Approach Air pollution and climate change are two of the most critical and interconnected challenges we face today. Driven by industrial activities, transportation emissions, and energy production, both issues create a feedback loop where each worsens the other. The pollutants released—such as particulate matter, CO2,... View Article

#TechTalk | Solar Panel Production - Solvent Emissions Concerns Solar energy has emerged as a frontrunner in the renewable energy race, driven by growing sustainability and environmental awareness. However, as with any new technology, its ecological impact raises important questions. Is solar energy genuinely 'green,' or are there hidden environmental impacts realized? Over the last... View Article

#TechTalk - How the Zeolite Concentrator Bundle with RTO (Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer) Drives Innovation in Semiconductor Applications A zeolite concentrator bundled with a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) is an integrated system designed to reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from industrial processes. This system efficiently handles large volumes of low-concentration VOC-laden air while minimizing energy... View Article

#TechTalk - Rotary Concentrator and Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) System Evolution of VOC Abatement Technologies Traditional methods like scrubbers or direct incineration were inefficient for low-concentration VOC streams. The rotary concentrator and thermal oxidizer system provide an energy-efficient, scalable solution that is now the standard for emission control. Rotary Concentrator Function The rotary concentrator optimizes... View Article

#TechTalk - Abatement Techniques for Clean Air in Food Industry Applications Food and beverage industries are known to adhere to the most demanding regulatory requirements as ingredients are introduced and processed into food product. A close eye is cast upon any ingredient, process, additive, cleaning, or process by-product that could inadvertently create health causing concerns.... View Article

#TechTalk - Mitigating Emissions in the Packaging Industry Packaging is vital in our modern lives, serving as a pro­tective barrier for products and a canvas for branding. From the moment we wake up and reach for breakfast cereal to the evening when we unwind with our favorite snack, packaging surrounds us. However, while packaging plays... View Article

#TechTalk - Ship & Shore Environmental Working with Waste Food to Animal Feed Manufacturers to Maximize Sustainable Benefits Is it possible to provide nutritious animal food products, reduce cost, limit landfill waste/space, reduce climate global warming gases, and maximize profits? According to the University of Wisconsin – Extension, “Every year in the United States more... View Article

#TechTalk - Collection System Design and Oxidizer Sizing Performance Getting pollutants from the production process to the control system is typically considered a “baked in” project ductwork cost A to B. There is more to the story. Proper collection system design directly affects thermal oxidizer design, performance, and sizing. Ideally, best design minimizes process exhaust... View Article

#TechTalk - RTO Ceramic Heat Exchange Media Health RTO technology to successfully treat VOC / HAP / Odorous air emissions has always relied on the 3 Ts for efficient operation – Time (chemical residence time within the combustion chamber), proper Temperature for oxidation, and turbulence of air emissions (good mixing) to provide results. But even... View Article

#TechTalk - Expanded Polystyrene Manufacturers Incorporate RTO Technology to Meet Clean Air Regulations Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) has become indispensable in our daily lives for its light weight, insulative, and protective properties. It’s a material (foam product) most commonly utilized in protective packaging but is finding more applications in engineering and construction applications overthrowing the conventional,... View Article

#TechTalk - VOC Abatement Equipment Considerations & Incentives for the Flexographic Industry Flexographic Printing applications use excessive amounts of solvents and chemicals in the manufacturing process, which in turn generates a substantial number of solvent & hydrocarbon-based emissions. Air quality agencies require that the release of VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions during the labeling process... View Article

#TechTalk - Ship & Shore Environmental Cutting Emissions in the Print Industry Attractive eye-catching packaged product helps keep merchandise moving from the shelves. Multicolored, high gloss, laminations, and dimensional printing techniques all conspire to draw the consumer in for purchase. Food, pharmaceuticals, bulk packaging, paper, film, and corrugated materials all seek to gain a competitive... View Article

#TechTalk - Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers for Paint & Surface Coating Paint and coating manufacturers are constantly faced with challenges brought forth by consumers, regulatory agencies, and the industry as a whole. Finishing standards must be high quality and durable, as well as environmentally friendly to minimize any harmful emissions to the air. Ship & Shore... View Article

#TechTalk - Ship & Shore Environmental’s Innovative Cleantech Solutions for Pentane Emission Abatement Ship & Shore has been delivering pentane emission equipment to the EPS Industry for many years. More recently, we have developed new cleantech solutions that lower operating costs and meet EPA compliance requirements. Pentane Emissions in EPS Plants Include: Raw Material (Bead)... View Article

#TechTalk - Controlling emissions from Dip Spin Coating Process The dip spin painting process can be viewed as a very simplistic operation to provide decorative and corrosion resistant coatings within the fastener industry. Depending on choice of coatings, there may be a need for air pollution control equipment to meet Federal and State volatile organic... View Article

#TechTalk - Maximizing Destruction Efficiency – New or Retrofit Applications Over the years, Federal, State, and local regulatory jurisdictions have been known to evolve on emissions (tighter restrictions) as industry growth expands in poorer air quality regions. Depending on environmental permit status, a change in technology may be needed to enhance destruction efficiency with control... View Article

#TechTalk - Collection System Design and Oxidizer Sizing/Performance Getting pollutants from the production process to the control system is typically considered a “baked in” project ductwork cost A to B. There is more to the story. Proper collection system design directly affects thermal oxidizer design, performance, and sizing. Ideally, best design minimizes process exhaust volume... View Article

#TechTalk - Attention During Rainy or High-Condensation Conditions After periods of heavy rain or significant condensation, it's crucial to open the pressure transmitter's drain relief valve. This action helps prevent water from seeping into the ducting system and migrating into the stainless-steel line connected to the pressure transmitter. Why Is This Important? Accumulated moisture can... View Article

#TechTalk - Maximizing VOC Control and Energy Recovery from Today’s Coil Coating Operations The Coil Coating process produces high end paint finishes we associate with modern appliances – washer/dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, and much more. As best described by the National Coil Coating Association - “Coil coating is a continuous, automated process for coating metal before... View Article

#TechTalk - Differences Between Wet and Dry Rendering Rendering is the method of transforming animal by-products into valuable substances like fats and proteins (maximizing animal by-product use). This essential process plays a key role in manufacturing diverse products such as pet food, biofuels, and fertilizers. However, the recovery of these diverse products, have the potential... View Article

#TechTalk - Food Industry Rendering Process Emissions Food industry rendering operations create a myriad of emissions targeted for abatement. Per the US EPA, “Meat rendering plants process animal by-product materials for the production of tallow, grease, and high-protein meat and bone meal. Plants that operate in conjunction with animal slaughterhouses or poultry processing plants are... View Article

#TechTalk - Solar Panel Recycling and Disposal: Addressing Environmental Concerns Solar energy has emerged as a frontrunner in the renewable energy race, driven by growing sustainability and environmental awareness. However, as with any new technology, its ecological impact raises important questions. Is solar energy genuinely 'green,' or are there hidden environmental costs? This article explores... View Article

#TechTalk - Recycling of Solar Industry Products Over the last decade, the solar industry has grown rapidly as awareness of environmental impact increases. As this industry expands, it is crucial to prioritize the reuse of solar panels and recover optimal materials at the end of their lifecycle. Government regulations are emerging to increase recycling and... View Article

#TechTalk - Addressing Air Pollution and Climate Change through Innovative Solutions Air pollution and climate change are major global challenges, interconnected through a feedback loop where each exacerbates the other. Industrial activities, vehicle emissions, and energy generation are primary contributors to both problems, releasing pollutants like particulate matter and greenhouse gases, including CO2. This dual... View Article

#TechTalk - Ship & Shore RTO Modular Build for Quality and Reduced Construction & Field Time Ship & Shore Environmental routinely utilizes modular build techniques in all of our RTO system construction. Modular construction lends itself to the highest quality and minimum product handling throughout the entire construction process. Repeatable fabrication ensures highest product quality,... View Article

#TechTalk - Printing Industry Corona Treatment and Ozone Emissions Today’s flexographic printing press operations operate at very high speed and the efficient transfer of ink and coating materials is critical to the operation. Upstream of a coating operation, a corona treating system is designed to increase the surface energy of plastic films, foils and paper... View Article

This Week at Ship & Shore - Our Service Department Keeping Customers On-Line Keeping air pollution control equipment operating to regulatory expectations requires routine maintenance and care. Generally this is manifested in a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance Program. In addition to the recommended day to week to monthly checks on your equipment as highlighted in the... View Article

This Week at Ship & Shore Environmental - Utilizing Permanent Total Enclosures (PTEs) The control of VOC emissions greatly benefits air quality and ultimately benefits our well-being. Compounds contributing to smog and potential cancer causing agents are collected and then destroyed before they can have an effect on the environment. Conversations traditionally center on the... View Article

This Week at Ship & Shore Environmental - Fragrance or Odor Fragrance or Odor…. Many people are surprised to learn that seemingly innocent production operations need to be abated based on regulatory regulations. A good rule of thumb has always been, one person’s fragrance is another person’s odor. Two classic examples are bread baking operations... View Article