In plastics manufacturing facilities, various liquid spills may occur during raw material preparation, machinery maintenance, lubrication, chemical cleaning and auxiliary plant operations. Hydraulic oils, machine oils, process fluids and cleaning chemicals may be released onto floors or work surfaces, creating operational situations that require controlled intervention.
The primary objective of spill management is to prevent the liquid from spreading over a wider area. At this stage, absorbent materials suitable for the properties of the spilled liquid are used to contain the spill and remove it from the surface. Oil absorbents are preferred for oil-based liquids, while suitable chemical absorbents should be used for liquids with different chemical characteristics. Organic absorbent materials may also be used for oily spills spread across larger surfaces or concentrated in specific areas, depending on the requirements of the application.
When selecting an absorbent material, the type and quantity of the spilled liquid, surface characteristics and conditions of the work area should be evaluated. Used absorbent materials should be handled in accordance with appropriate waste management procedures based on the properties of the liquids they have absorbed.
Unlike general floor cleaning performed after production, spill control is a technical response aimed at containing the incident at its source. Keeping suitable absorbent materials readily accessible in maintenance and production areas is therefore an important component of the facility’s spill response procedures.
Product ınformatıon
- Oil-Absorbent Roll Pad, Chemical-Absorbent Roll Pad, Organic Oil-Absorbent Granular Material
