Multi-National Industrials
FL, NY, AR, TN, OR, NC, CT & TX
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)
8 Properties
Vertex performed Phase I ESAs and limited compliance inspections of twelve plastics manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. The scope of work included site visitations to inspect the grounds and buildings as well as adjacent properties to identify potential for on-site and off-site sources of chlorinated solvents, oil or other hazardous material releases. A review of local records relating to ownership history, usage & site development; and a review of federal and state regulatory records related to on-site activities and potential off-site sources of oil or hazardous material contamination.
Additionally, Vertex reviewed previous environmental site assessments, construction documents, hazardous waste manifests, any operational documents, asbestos survey or abatement reports, and wastewater emissions permits. Following the above scope of work, Vertex prepared a summary of findings within one week of project authorization and a written report of the findings within two weeks of project authorization.
South Pacific Islands
Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) Effluent Testing
18 Vessels
Vertex was contracted by an international ship builder to conduct MSD Effluent Testing at eighteen vessels located throughout the South Pacific Islands. Logistics included shipping laboratory analytical materials and Vertex mobile lab internationally and meeting specified vessels at predetermined embarkation points within a strict timeframe. Contingency plans and materials were used in order to ensure schedules were met.
Vertex was able to save time and money through use of our extensive network of professionals located in the region. Although logistics were complicated because of customs and the extreme sensitivity to laboratory holding times and embarkation schedules, Vertex was able to meet the schedule set forth by the client.
Latin America
Phase I ESA, PCA & Probable Maximum Loss
23 Properties
Vertex conducted Phase I ESAs, Property Conditions Assessments (PCAs) and Probable Maximum Loss (PMLs) for twenty-three industrial properties whose operations included automotive manufacturing, plastic injection molding, and appliance assembly throughout Latin America.
The environmental focus included a review of operations and compliance in order to determine the potential environmental liability costs. The site visitations were performed within 5 days of authorization with an eye chart summary of the findings within 9 days of authorization.
Rural China
Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) by Site Visitation & Operation Review
Vertex was contracted by a multi-national industrial facilities owner to assist in a relocation of a
copper tube manufacturing plant. Located in rural China, the plant was set to be relocated to
Monterrey, México. Vertex's staff from China conducted a site visitation and review of operations to
assess the attributes relevant to its potential effect on the environment and communicated it to
Vertex Mexico who reviewed the findings and researched local government regulations.
Specifically, Vertex identified all substances or products to be employed that may cause an
environmental impact. Additionally, Vertex estimated emissions, discharges, and waste expected
to be generated as well as the control measures to be carried out.
Niigata, Japan
Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) and Environmental Health & Safety
Multiple Buildings
Vertex was contracted by an international pump/valve manufacturer to conduct Due Diligence
(Phase I ESA, Environmental Health and Safety, and Phase II ESA) at a manufacturing plant
located in an industrial area of Niigata, Japan for a potential acquisition.
Although no USTs were located on-site, numerous underground pits storing wastewater were
located on the property. The site also utilized numerous ASTs to store various oils, kerosene and
waste by-products, some of which were in poor condition and the piping traversed underground.
Fort Edwards, NY
Subsurface Investigation
Vertex was engaged by the owner to determine the extent of
impacts in the Forebay area and in order to provide a strategic plan
with respect to regulatory scenarios that involved both the New
York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
and the US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA). The work
was in advance of a major construction project
scheduled for the Forebay area. Vertex reviewed
previous existing subsurface data as well as conducted a
historic review of the area to determine overall fill depositional
history. VERTEX conducted a comprehensive Subsurface Investigation to determine both vertical
and horizontal extent of PCB, PAH and heavy metals impacts. WE also prepared detailed geologic
cross sections and prepared three dimensional graphic images to show the different impacted
layers of fill material including alluvial deposited sediments as well as anthropogenic related fill
materials. Vertex led meetings with the client, NYSDEC and the USEPA in order to negotiate
remedial measures in advance of construction activities. The regulators approved a plan to
conduct hot spot remedial activities and capping measures to manage impacted soils. Vertex
subsequently oversaw the installation an engineered barrier for the Forebay area as well as the
piling and foundation slab pouring activities for the building. We also managed all impacted
sediments and groundwater that were generated during the construction activities.
