Solvent alternatives

[Rex S Arul <rexarul@grove.ufl.edu>]

Hi p2techs,

I am working with an Industry that uses xylene as a paint thinner in their
process.  Most of the xylene is recycled on site by a distillation process
and the still bottoms (sludge) generated from the waste xylene is disposed
of hazardously.  I was curious to know if there is a suitable alternative
for xylene (any water based solvents) available.  My e-mail address is
listed below.  Any ideas would be helpful.  Thank you.

Rex.    
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REX S ARUL                     TEAM LEADER
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