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US 2009/0095133 A1Published application
Methods, compositions, and devices for safe storage, transport, disposal and recycling of mercury containing light bulbs
OwnerEdward T. Maggioinventor
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Abstract
The present invention provides methods and devices for the safe and cost efficient storage, transport and disposal of mercury. A puncture resistant container is provided having an interior element comprising a mercury sequestering substance to permit the safe storage, transport or disposal of mercury containing light bulbs and to capture mercury vapor by chemical sequestration in the event that the bulb breaks during storage, transport or disposal. The mercury sequestering element may be removable to facilitate further processing and reclamation of sequestered mercury using various methods known in the art.
Claims32
A device comprising:
- a) a container impermeable to mercury;
- b) a sealable opening on the container, wherein the opening is impermeable to mercury when sealed;
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- c) a mercury sequestering agent within the container.
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