Spill Kits and Sorbents

Spill kits and Sorbents

Three types of spill kits are there. The most common is the universal spill kit. It is designed to absorb non-hazardous types of liquids. The materials in the kit are able to absorb water, coolants, antifreeze, and solvents. Oil only spill kits are there for handling grease and oil-based liquids.

We can't predict when a spill will occur, but we can be sure of how we are going to handle it. We need the right spill sorbents on-hand. It can make all the difference when it comes to cleaning up a spill quickly and efficiently. Spill sorbents are the most common – and arguably the most important – parts of spill kits because they can help contain and clean various types of spills.

There are different types of sorbents to choose from when picking out spill kits for your workplace. To select the suitable spill sorbents for your application, you have to consider the environment in which you are going to use it. 

Some spill sorbents to consider utilizing in your spill kits:

Pads

Widely considered to be industrial sorbent towels of sorts, pads are used for almost all types of spills, drips, and leaks because they’re so easy to use. Plus, they absorb various liquids and won’t break the bank!

Rolls

Though they are similar to pads, rolls provide even more coverage when you’re cleaning up spills.

Booms

Booms are typically used to absorb, contain and skim oil and hydrocarbons from water, but they can also be used if there is a large amount of liquid you need to absorb. boom is necessary for a spill kit.

Socks

In an effort to contain and absorb spills, drips, and leaks, socks are commonly wrapped around leaky pieces of machinery.

Pillows

Perfect for when greater quantities of liquid need to be absorbed, pillows are usually found under repetitive drips, in a sump or on a large-volume spill site.

Granular

Ideal for first response emergency scenarios, these multi-purpose absorbents can be utilized for spill cleanups, lab packings and stabilizations of free liquids. It should be present in the spill kit.