Environmental Works releases ECATS version 1.2

The latest update of ECATS (Environmental Compliance And Tracking System) was unveiled in August, 2003. This marks the latest upgrade to what is considered to be the nations first web-based system that allows businesses to easily monitor environmental data. The system is designed to allow both large and small companies to track the compliance of tasks related to both state environmental regulations, and also keep users posted of important insurance deadlines. The system was first developed to aid the owners of both underground and aboveground storage tanks to easily and very inexpensively keep up with the mandated inspections, reports, and compliance regulations. It has proven to be especially beneficial to those firms engaged in petroleum marketing such as convenience stores, gasoline wholesalers, and even manufacturing.

The ECATS software has been designed to be very user friendly, allowing for easy input of data by the end user. In addition to tracking tank system data and insurance renewals, ECATS also tracks release detection data, tank line tests, cathodic protection data, permits and plan information, and other critical elements.

One important feature of the system is it's notification process, letting users know via email of upcoming deadlines as well any uncompleted tasks. Environmental Works developed ECATS to aid existing clients, but the interest in ECATS has grown from all sectors of business, especially those engaged in the petroleum industry. While the cost is very little for a monthly subscription to the service, the importance in it's savings to even a small company is very significant. It is a firm's first line of defense in preventing potential governmental fines, loss of insurance coverage, or even the risk of tank or line failure which could result in costly cleanup.

A free tour of ECATS is available from Environmental Works. Simply click the "ECATS" menu item to start the tour.