Larry D Fortier

US Patent:

44538570, Jun 12, 1984

Filed:

Sep 14, 1981

Appl. No.:

6/301455

Inventors:

Gilbert M. Serra - Ortonville MI
Larry Fortier - Pontiac MI
Ernest N. Valentino - Clarkston MI

International Classification:

G21F 922

US Classification:

405128

Abstract:

Hazardous or toxic waste material is permanently stored by sealing the material in sealed containers within an otherwise solid concrete block buried in the earth. A concrete chamber with integrated floor and side walls is formed in the ground. A first group of sealed, filled containers is arranged on the floor and covered with concrete. After the poured concrete has been cured, a second layer of containers is placed in the chamber and similarly encased in concrete. A final layer of concrete of substantial depth is poured atop the uppermost layer of containers to seal the chamber. Means can be provided to collect and recycle any leachate which escapes the concrete chamber providing additional safety.