Chemical Binders

Chemical binders are for liquids that oil-only absorbents cannot handle: acids, alkalis, solvents and other aggressive chemicals. In this subcategory we offer the universal chemical absorbent, a grey pad in meltblown polypropylene measuring 40 × 50 cm. It absorbs all common liquids, including acids, alkalis, coolants and solvents, with an absorbency of approx. 1.1 litres per pad. It remains tear-resistant and abrasion-resistant even when wet.

Typical locations are laboratories, chemical plants, hazardous materials stores, workshops, warehouses and production sites that handle acids, alkalis or solvents.

Typical applications

• Hazardous materials stores: leaks from drums and canisters
• Laboratories: spilled reagents and solvents
• Production sites: coolants and process fluids at machines
• Spill kits for areas with mixed liquids

What to look for when buying

Universal absorbents are the right choice when water, oil and chemicals may all occur. The grey colour identifies them as universal products; white stands for oil, yellow for chemicals. Where only oil is involved, the white hydrophobic oil pad is intended; it holds approx. 1.4 litres compared with approx. 1.1 litres for the universal pad.

Before use, check that the material is compatible with the chemicals on your site and keep the safety data sheets for stored substances to hand. The pads are supplied 100 to a carton, and the minimum order quantity is one carton. Chemical absorbent socks for containing larger spills also belong to this area and can be requested.

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