Open molding resin and gel coat operation

Open molding resin and gel coat operation means any process in which the reinforcing fibers and resin are placed in the mold and are open to the surrounding air while the reinforcing fibers are saturated with resin. For the purposes of this subpart, open molding includes operations in which a vacuum bag or similar cover is used to compress an uncured laminate to remove air bubbles or excess resin, or to achieve a bond between a core material and a laminate.

Source

40 CFR § 63.5779


Scoping language

Terms used in this subpart are defined in the Clean Air Act, in 63.2, and in this section as follows:

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