Is it really more expensive to buy absorbent boom, socks and pads that are made in the USA? A majority of consumers say they believe that American-made industrial boom, socks and pads have a higher quality than imports but they are uncertain about the cost. The question is whether made in the USA is more […]
Quality over quantity or quantity over quality, which is the better deal when buying absorbent boom? We had an experience the other day that exemplifies how easily we can be seduced by quantity over quality. We were responding to a customer inquiry for absorbent boom. As we analyzed the request of the customer, were able […]
Would you put soap in a fish tank? It is five years since the BP Oil Spill clean up and the evidence is mounting that wildlife in the gulf is struggling to rebound. The product BP used during the oil spill was Corexit. It contained a secret recipe of six chemicals. The manufacturer, EPA and […]
We are proud to announce that we have increased our line of U.S. manufactured quality, innovative and environmentally friendly hazmat and oil only absorbent products. Below is a partial list of some of the products: Oil and hazmat sorbent products: We offer polypropylene absorbent booms, pom-poms, socks, rolls, pillows, pads and sweeps, including antistatic. Our […]
How do you analyze the costs involved in your solidification process? Often times the decision is made merely on the cost of the absorbent. But there are hidden costs to be considered. You might think it is simple math but really it’s a bit like a Common Core math problem. Here’s what needs to be […]
Your current oil sheen solution may not be as cheap as you think. Frequently when products are chosen for spill control, plant maintenance and oil sheen problems the decision is made based on what is super cheap. Your current solution for a variety of reactive chemical spills may not be as cheap as you think. […]
Bringing Emergency Spill Response Home My wife is always telling me it’s national this day or that month. I usually smile and nod but when she mentioned it was National Preparedness Month it got my attention. You want to know why? I have a personal philosophy of trying to be prepared for an emergency. That […]
We love to share tips from our customers. Here’s a good tip regarding extending the life of your oil sheen removal blankets…… We tend to consider it a given that sharing is a good thing. As a children we wer taught to share our toys, crayons and bedroom. Why is that as we age the […]
How important is a good pillow? We have all heard about pillow talk right? In this instance we are talking about pillows for rainbows and oil sheens. When it comes to the right pillow to remove floating oil and sheens, having the perfect pillow is important to the overall well being of your company. Did […]
Innovation = change When one of our customers first tested PetroGuard for chlorosilane spill control in 1997 they concluded that PetroGuard efficiently absorbed and encapsulated the hazardous chemicals. Because of that test, PetroGuard today is the only material recommended for use in their silanes department’s maintenance operations for disposal of liquid drains from lines and […]