![]() ![]() They are used on land because they do not float in water. They're part of spill kits and are available as mats, pads, rolls, socks, dikes and booms. Hazmat absorbents are ideal for chemical spills of bio-hazardous liquids in both industrial and commercial environments. Oil sweeps and oil skimmers come in the form of sump socks and pillows and oil containment booms. They keep waterways clean of petroleum-based liquids and other contaminants. Booms and Skimmersīooms and skimmers are ideal for sweeping oil from streams, ponds and other bodies of water to keep them from harming the environment. Some other reusable absorbents come in the form of socks, sheets, rolls, pads and pillows. Some granular absorbents are made from recycled material and are reusable or can be burned for energy recovery. Rags and towels are commonly used absorbents that are considered reusable because they may be laundered. Mercury spill kits provide safe cleanup and vapor suppression. Absorbent polymers solidify hydrocarbon or oil spills. Neutralizers handle hazardous material spills, including caustics, acids, solvents and formaldehyde. They have uses in many areas including factories, hospitals, schools, office buildings, gas stations, warehouses and restaurants. These floor sweeps can absorb a variety of spills including oil, coolants and other solvents. Loose AbsorbentsĬommonly used absorbents come in the form of granular sand that's poured on the spill’s surface. Some examples include corn cob, cellulose, vermiculite and polypropylene. There are different types of filler in socks. Oil socks are used to absorb oil and to wrap machines to prevent spilling on the floor. ![]() ![]() Absorbent SocksĪbsorbent socks can be used for a variety of solvents as well as for cleaning up spills on outdoor equipment and machine bases. A pad is a sheet of absorbent material used to control low-volume spills and help to prevent physical hazards and protect surfaces from damaging liquid materials. A pillow is a fabric bag filled with absorbent material, used for rapid absorption of high volumes of liquid in a limited area. ![]()
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