REFRIGERANTS

Refrigerants have been known to harm the earth's ozone layer since the 1980's. Many types were banned and replaced with less harmful types. Refrigerants are often generically called 'Freon' which is a brand name.

It is illegal to release refrigerant gases into the atmosphere.

Persons working with refrigerants commercially must be certified by the EPA, have the proper equipment to recover refrigerant from the machinery, and log their purchase and use of refrigerants.

The SWA accepts empty refrigerant cylinders only for scrap metal recycling. After the cylinder has been properly emptied, keep the valve open and punch a hole in the top or side.

For more info go to the EPA's website for Ozone.