Spill Containment and Spill Cleanup Solutions
Oil containment boom options for calm to fast water environments Remember the BP oil spill? The Exxon Valdez? These famous oil spill incidents remind us of the devastation such an event can cause... For businesses, the environment, and countless … [Continue reading]
Use DOT approved gas cans for safe fuel transport and storage Companies of all shapes and sizes frequently store — and use — petroleum-based gasoline. Whether it’s to power a portable generator or keep lawnmowers, forklifts, and other heavy … [Continue reading]
What is a Spill Kit and what contents should it include? A spill kit is an all-in-one container that stores gear and equipment used for cleaning up hazardous material spills. Typical contents inside a spill kit are PPE, sorbents, and other clean-up … [Continue reading]
Explore secondary containment sumps for your IBC and 55-gallon drums Nobody likes a spill. But when it happens in an industrial workplace it can be more than just an inconvenience. Chemicals, oils, and contaminants may not only damage your facility … [Continue reading]
Plan, prepare, and have oil spill absorbents on hand for effective clean up Whether on a large or small scale, when an oil spill happens, you need to be ready to leap into action. But are you and your staff prepared to respond to an oil spill if — … [Continue reading]
Spill pallets prevent your 55-gallon drum or tote contents from going down the drain You may already have a drum spill kit or two: convenient drums filled with all you need to handle different types of spills safely and quickly. But what if you … [Continue reading]
Sorbents and blue shop towel grime-fighters help keep your workplace clean and dry Day-to-day work in machine shops can include contact with any number of hazardous materials. When it comes to liquids that often means solvents, coolants, and … [Continue reading]
Workplace cold weather advice and safety tips for the winter months Winter is here, and cold temperatures bring unique safety risks for those who work outdoors. For instance, frostbite and hypothermia are risks due to lost body heat (especially … [Continue reading]
Tips on Fuel Leak Containment Systems and Spill Prevention Does your company have a fuel containment plan in the event of a spill? Whether it’s petrol-based gasoline, diesel or kerosene, fuel is a highly flammable liquid that can lead to fires and … [Continue reading]
Everything you need to know about mercury spill kits and safe clean up Also referred to as quicksilver, liquid mercury is a highly toxic chemical that’s often found in a variety of workplace devices. Just a few examples include thermometers, … [Continue reading]