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that could damage the sump's
material, such as abrasives.
Otherwise, the functionality
of the spill pallet cannot
be guaranteed.
Check the sump
FIGURE 3. All tools used for spill cleanup must be compatible
for use with the liquid that has been spilled, the storage
equipment itself and any other tools used in
the cleanup
Use the right cleaning agent
Depending on what liquid has
leaked, water or a suitable cleaner
can be used to decontaminate the
sump. However, avoid mechanical
cleaning and do not use anything
Call the
Solids Mixing
Ribbon & Cone Blenders
Fluidizing Mixers
Sigma Blade Mixers
(also for high-viscosity mixing)
Size Reduction
Wet & Dry Size Reduction
Steel & Ceramic Lined Mills
Jars & Jar Rolling Mills
Vacuum Drying
Dryers & Complete Systems
After a spill, operators should
thoroughly examine the substances
that are being stored
on the sump. If incompatible
operating materials are
placed on the bottom of the
previously stored product,
undesirable interactions may
occur. Always check that new
substances are compatible
for overall team safety. Being
prepared to deal with leaks
comes down to doing the appropriate
homework beforehand
and ensuring that all employees
have what they need to safely
deal with the situation. It is wise to
practice various spill or leak scenarios,
especially when dealing
with dangerous or hazardous mafor
all your solids processing
Experts
Applications:
APIs ∙ Ag-Chemicals
Biologics ∙ Catalysts
Ceramics ∙ Chemicals
Food Ingredients
Herbicides ∙ Minerals
Nutraceuticals ∙ Pesticides
Pharmaceuticals ∙ Pigments
Polymers ∙ Powdered Metals
Proteins ∙ Resins ∙ Vitamins
terials. Ensuring that employees
know what to do in the case of a
leak or spill, including where to find
the tools they need, will help ensure
a successful outcome. Leaks
are not totally preventable, but unsafe
spill cleanups are.
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Edited by Mary Page Bailey
All images courtesy of Denios
Author
Steve Eyer is an engineered systems
sales manager at the Denios
U.S. office (1152 Industrial Blvd,
Louisville, KY 40219; Phone:
1-800-216-7776; Email: seyer@
denios-us.com). He has over 25
years of experience within the
safety industry with a focus on
design and engineering of flammable
combustible products. Eyer
has contributed to industry regulations and given influence
for engineered judgments to third-party insurers.
He is also a three-time patent recipient. He has a degree
in mechanical engineering from Vincennes University
in Indiana and is currently pursuing his M.S. in
technology from Eastern Illinois University.
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