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An easy way to implement change

A year ago, we adopted a 5-month-old golden retriever from an organization that rescued 25+ dogs out of a hot, dirty hoarding situation. A dog from a tough situation often resists things as simple as a comfy dog bed, food from the hand, and cuddles from humans.  Why?  Because the old ways are what they […]

Key points to consider with wastewater solidification products.

Choosing wastewater solidification products requires you to follow the highest standards. There’s a lot of work that goes into choosing the right product.  There is so much going on and operational efficiency is of the utmost importance.  There are quotas and budgetary considerations.  And let’s not negate the importance of being cognizant environmental compliance regulations. […]

Efficiency Problems with Floating Oil Sheen Removal Products

When it comes to removing floating oil sheen, compliance issues and regulatory worries can get in the way of business. I was talking to a new customer about his floating oil sheen troubles. He thought he had evaluated every type of “green”, polypropylene, fiber, cellulose, plant-based, and mineral product that promised to remove floating oil […]

Simplify your safety procedures with PetroGuard Chemical Spill Absorbent

When there’s a reactive chemical spill, it takes more than kitty litter and fire fighting foam to keep workers, first responders and local communities safe. Watch this quick video of how one of our customers simplified their maintenance procedures using PetroGuard Chemical Spill Absorbent. To learn more about the benefits of PetroGuard Chemical Spill Absorbent, […]

heating oil spill

Heating Oil Spill Lessons Learned

I parked my car and as I was locking my door all I could smell was spilled heating oil. Now I know the fumes associated with spilled heating oil can be strong.  But if spills are cleaned up quickly and the products used really do their job, then the residual fumes should be minimal, if […]

She said it’s her most powerful tool for an oil spill

“On our trucks it’s our most powerful tool for an oil spill and the best oil spill absorbent we’ve ever used.” That’s what one of our emergency response clients said about our oil spill absorbent, PetroGuard-D and we’re blessed to hear that often from our clients. They’re delighted they don’t have to apply it and […]

The big mistake-prevent oil spills from polluting the environment

You know you need a good plan in place to prevent oil  from polluting the environment.  But do you know how much that plan and the products you’re using are really costing you? The often-made big mistake is not calculating every cost into the equation. A simple reality of today’s workforce environment is that experienced […]

The elephant in the room – toxic vapors

I’ll never forget my first conversation with a safety manager.  It was about toxic vapors caused by firefighting foam on a chemical spill. I was explaining how PetroGuard Chemical Spill Absorbent would be different because it quickly absorbs liquid chemicals and minimizes hydrolyzing, resulting in the reduction or elimination of toxic fumes, fires or explosions. […]

Plugging the Leak

Chemcial Spill Shut Down Operations

It happened again at the midnight hour.  A chemical spill that shut down operations at the plant. As Sean was suiting up, he was thinking how happy he was that his plant manager was using PetroGuard Chemical Spill Absorbent. When a chemical spill happens, everyone knows how important every part of an emergency response plan […]

Oil Sheen On Water

Quickly Clean Up Oil Sheen on Water

Being prepared to clean up an oil sheen on water not only requires a rapid response plan, but it requires using the best products available. There are a few oil sheen removal pillows on the market, but they are not all created equal.  There’s a big difference between conventional oil sheen absorption products and specialty […]