Double-ECO model technologies for an environmentally-friendly manufacturing

There are many technologies related to ecology in the world; however, these technologies have not made much progress due to the large cost and low profit that they represent. Therefore, the "Double-ECO model" and environmentally-friendly [1] technologies were proposed as an alternative to current manufacturing methods. The "Double-ECO model" stands for "Ecology" or the interaction between environment and men, and "Economy" for the profit that can be made by following this model. Two examples in which the model was applied, were explored and investigated as "Double-ECO model technologies": "Cost-effective and eco-friendly grease lubrication using polymer" and "Forced cooling using mist of strong alkaline water". It was concluded from the experimental results that improvements in the environmental pollution, mechanical properties and cost parameters were achieved through the proposed model. (C) 2016 The Authors. Published by Elsevier B.V.