Industrial Plant
/ˌɪndəˈstrɪəl plænt/
Definitions
- (n.) A facility where industrial processes are conducted, typically involving manufacturing, processing, or assembly operations.
The company invested in a new industrial plant to increase production capacity.
- (n.) In environmental law, a stationary source of pollution subject to regulatory permits and compliance standards.
The industrial plant must obtain a permit under the Clean Air Act to operate its emissions equipment.
Forms
- industrial plants
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'industrial plant' often implicates regulatory frameworks such as environmental compliance and zoning restrictions.
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