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Magnetic soap being developed for clean-ups
A Bristol University team has dissolved iron in liquid surfactant to create a soap that can be controlled by magnets. The discovery could be used to create cleaning products that can be removed after application and used in the recovery of oil spills at sea.
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Know your environmental responsibilities
As Environmental Management Systems (EMS) have now become an essential part of our standard operating procedures and thought processes, it is becoming increasingly necessary for field and operational staff in the industries of engineering, manufacturing, construction and mining to take on the responsibilities of the supervision of on-site environmental compliance.
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The mother of all oil spills
The recent outcry in the national media over the spilling of around 200 tonnes of oil by a ship off the Queensland coast obscures another, far larger oil spill - and one more risky to the public health and Australian environment.
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IBC chemical bund unit
The second-generation design of Ovivo’s single-piece IBC chemical bund unit is designed to hold industrial bulk containers (IBC) and prevent the spillage of hazardous chemicals including most Corrosive Class 8 and Corrosive Class 2 oxidising chemicals in the event of leakage.
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Drumsafe Drumdock spill containment platform
The Drumdock spill containment platform is used for the safe storage and dispensing of liquids. With a low overall height and a small footprint, the platform is suitable for service workshops and other industries where space is at a premium.
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Drumsafe 1000 L IBC bunding system
Drumsafe has released a 1000 L IBC bunding system which can save up to 50% of the cost of conventional bunds.
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Fast-Act Decon Mitt decontamination mitts
The Decon Mitt is a toxic chemical decontamination mitt. It consists of a pouch containing a wipe-down mitt impregnated with decontaminating powder called Fast-Act. A soft pad material is backed on the mitt by a film, to protect the user from any contamination by substances to which it is applied.
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Quickbund portable bunding system
Constructed from X-R5, a highly chemical-resistant material, the Quickbund portable bunding system has a variety of applications from mining exploration to mobile generators and bulk liquid transfer. The fold-down wall makes access for trucks, forklifts and pallet jacks easy.
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Spill Station Hardcover Spill Pallet
The Hardcover Spill Pallet with a sump of 410 L is used to store drums in a secure bunded area.
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Spill Station Australia General Purpose Spill Kit
The introduction of environment protection legislation over the last 10 years, along with increased enforcement, has seen a growing focus on the impact of Australian industry on the environment. The current challenges we face in protecting our water resources has seen the spotlight fall on how industry deals with chemical spills.
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Spilldoktor chemstation chemical storage unit
Many industries require a small number of chemicals to be stored and dispensed safely, ranging from water treatment dosing to chemicals for cleaning food plants - these all need to be stored safely, yet still be accessible for manual or automatic decanting.
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Pelican Pack and Take ‘n Go oil absorbent recycling spill packs
The Pelican Pack and Pelican Take ‘n Go are mobile and wall-mounted stations for cleaning up liquid spills. The cotton-based Fibercan absorbs oils, hydrocarbons (eg, petrol, kerosene) and water-based liquids, but using up to eight times less absorbent material than traditional media. Any excess material is separated out and kept for re-use.
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Bio-Circle bioremedial parts cleaners
The Bio-Circle range of bioremedial parts cleaners can clean oily, greasy, dirty machine components without the use of hydrocarbon-based solvents. They are safe to use and have virtually no environmental impact.
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Spilldoktor Spill Funnel
The Spill Funnel by Spilldoktor is used for tipping liquids cleanly into a drum without spills and unwanted mess. The unit fits neatly to the top of any 200 L drum and has a drain point which suits the 2″ opening.
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Spilldoktor collapsible bund
The Spilldoktor collapsible bund is used to safely store liquids such as fuels and chemicals which are used in applications such as civil, mining, defence and forestry. The units pack up very small and can be installed quickly in the field. Available in a range of sizes, the units can be made large enough for plant and equipment to be stored and refuelled.
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Spilldoktor bunded shelving
Many industries store a host of smaller containers, ranging from paint and lubricants to agricultural chemicals - mostly these are not dangerous chemicals and are simply stored on conventional shelves or in cabinets of some kind. According to Aquasol, what many companies may not be aware of is that one common EPA regulation applies to all liquids - “all liquid apart from stormwater must be bunded”.
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Spilldoktor URLD sorbent in dispenser carton
The URLD dispenser carton by Spilldoktor provides industry with a roll of efficient sorbent, prepacked on a roll inside a carton. The product is suitable for use as an everyday spill measure and offers industry an extra measure to complement the conventional ‘wheelie bin’ spill kit.
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Spilldoktor drum handling units
A typical example of where safety and environmental issues ‘overlap’ is in the area of drum handling and storage.
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Exair’s Heavy Duty Dry Vac vacuum cleaner
Exair’s Heavy Duty Dry Vac is a rugged, industrial-duty vacuum cleaner that has been engineered to vacuum high volumes of dry materials in less time than ordinary vacs. The wear-resistant design is suitable for the clean-up of abrasive materials like steel shot, garnet, metal chips and sand, yet can be used for general-purpose applications.
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Imbiber Bead polymer spill capture system
The Imbiber Bead spill capture system won’t release waste under any conditions once it has been absorbed. The polymer system - which will absorb a spill without leaching - is suitable for use in waterways as a protective barrier to prevent leakage from land into water or from water onto land.
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Hughes Safety Shower emergency safety showers and eyewash units
The Hughes Safety Shower range of emergency safety showers and eyewash units is designed to operate in a wide variety of environments, from extreme heat to extreme cold.
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Spill Station TSS660EA Hazchem spill kit
The TSS660EA Hazchem spill kit is sufficiently large to enable fast coverage for large chemical or hazmat spills.
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Sorbents
Re-form is an eco-friendly sorbent made from a minimum of 70% recycled waste and other cellulose.
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Bunding range
Spilldoktor has released a polyethylene bunding range that safely stores a wide spectrum of liquids and liquid waste containers. The range includes 2- and 4-drum bunds and single and double IBC bunds.
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Organic absorbent
Spilldoktor has released the reSorb range of organic absorbent materials, offering an alternative to conventional absorbent pads and socks which are made from fossil fuel. The range is made from recycled and renewable natural fibres, using a bonding technology that means the pads have a smooth, low-lint finish.
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Spill control starts before the spill
While spills are unlikely to be eliminated, prevention and mitigation can be practised to reduce the incidence of this event. Store-Safe provides some information on the key elements for spill control: evaluation, assessment, storage and spill retention.
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Brady spill containment solutions
Brady has released its latest Spill Containment product range.
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Spill containment unit
The one-piece polyethylene IBC2000i intermediate bulk container (IBC) spill containment unit features a 144 (L) x 142 cm (W) footprint to fit most 1000 L IBC dispensing units. It also includes a 19 L pail holder for quick, easy dispensing into smaller containers.
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Spill containment catalogue
The Enpac SafeEquip catalogue from Enware Australia includes recent additions to the range such as: the single Poly-Rack system for 205 L drums, the Poly-Tank Containment Unit 550 for storing hazardous liquid above ground, Poly-Spill cart for transporting drums, the Storm Sentinel catch basin insert, and various portable containment solutions.
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Automatic spill barrier system
The BL/BED-PM fully automatic doorway spill barrier system is designed to contain spills, contaminated firefighting water, fire suppressant foam and sprinkler water.
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Indoor spill absorbent
Spillfix International has released an indoor spill absorbent.
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Absorbent for chemical and hydrocarbon spills
Snow is a multipurpose absorbent powder suitable for soaking up any kind of liquid or semi-liquid substance, including all animal, vegetable, mineral, petroleum, paint and chemical liquids - the only exception being hydrofluoric acid.
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Emergency spill kits
XtremeSorb Spill Control products are designed to help contain and quickly clean up most industrial liquid spills, leaks and drips. The products are claimed to absorb up to 40% more than other similar products in the market.
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General-purpose sorbents
The 3M general purpose sorbent range of products can be used to clean up and recover liquids commonly found in the industrial workplace.
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Marine boom helps gulf oil recovery
An open net premium oil boom by Spillfyter has been playing a key role in the spill clean-up in the Gulf of Mexico. The boom is claimed to have a higher wicking rate than conventional marine booms and the oil saturation level is easily visible due to the more open structure. The boom includes standard features such as snap hook joins for effective overlap and is available in various lengths.
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Machine shop improves safety and efficiency
A large machine shop in South Australia was looking to reduce expenses and clean up the work areas around milling machines, lathes and other ‘mess-producing’ equipment.
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