Technique of Assessment of Environmental Damage Caused by Electroplating Production Facilities (by the Example of Chromium Plating Process Lines)

Abstract

The use of galvanic chromium plating is accompanied by negative consequences related to considerable damage caused to the environment. The authors have developed new chromium plating electrolytes and methods to obtain chromium-based galvanic alloys which allow reducing the environmental harm and decreasing the morbidity rate of occupational diseases among operating personnel. A technique of assessment of environmental damage caused by electroplating production facilities, which is based on the ecological compatibility criterion has been suggested.