{"id":1454,"date":"2017-11-15T15:27:00","date_gmt":"2017-11-15T23:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/?p=1454"},"modified":"2023-08-28T15:35:17","modified_gmt":"2023-08-28T22:35:17","slug":"right-absorbents-for-manufacturing-plant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/right-absorbents-for-manufacturing-plant\/","title":{"rendered":"Do I Have the Right Absorbents for My Manufacturing Plant?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/images\/industry-empty.jpg\" alt=\"A large manufacturing plant\" width=\"300\" height=\"276\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Absorbents help keep manufacturing facilities ready for unexpected spills<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n<p>In the manufacturing industry, it\u2019s important to maintain a clean, safe workplace. And that isn\u2019t possible without the right chemical absorbent materials. That\u2019s because \u2014 no matter how careful you are \u2014 fluid spills are inevitable in manufacturing. When those spills do occur, it\u2019s imperative you have the materials you need to clean them up quickly and safely so you can get back to work.<\/p>\n<h2>The everyday basics<\/h2>\n<p>From slow, inconvenient oil or coolant drips to full-on leaks due to human error or equipment damage, day-to-day work in a manufacturing plant comes with leaks and spills that all need to be contained and cleaned up. That requires keeping a library of basic safety products on hand.<\/p>\n<p>When accidents happen, it\u2019s important to have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/industrial-wipes-shop-rags.htm\">cleaning shop rags and towels<\/a> readily available for quick cleanups. Consider eco-friendly products like shop towels made of up to 40% post-consumer product and shop rags made of reclaimed cloth. Also keep in mind fluids don\u2019t just end up on floors and equipment \u2014 they can also get on employees\u2019 hands. That\u2019s why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/grease-wipers.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">grease wipes<\/a> are another must-have on the manufacturing floor.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of floors, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/industrial-mats-industrial-floor-mats-industrial-matting.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">absorbents mats<\/a> can help you keep your facility\u2019s floors clean and dry even in the face of equipment drips and leaks. And it\u2019s not just machines that need mats \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/anti-fatigue-mats.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">anti-fatigue mats<\/a> can protect manufacturers\u2019 health through hours of standing while also keeping them <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/prevent-slips-trips-and-falls\/\">safe from slips and falls<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Be ready for spills and leaks<\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes, shop rags aren\u2019t enough. When a spill requires a little more attention, it\u2019s time to bring out the big guns: industrial absorbents.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"margin\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/absorbent-pillows.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Pillows<\/strong><\/a> <strong>and<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/oil-absorbent-socks-spill-socks.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>socks<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Absorbent pillows and socks are perfect for soaking up larger chemical spills quickly.\u00a0 Plus, they\u2019re easy to wring out and reuse, making them cost-effective. These absorbents come in universal grey, oil white, and hazmat yellow.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/absorbent_pads.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Pads and rolls<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Absorbent pads and rolls are great, affordable options for quick spill cleanup. Rolls make it easy to use just as much as you need for any given spill. These are also available in grey for universal absorbent purposes, white for hydrocarbons, and yellow for hazardous and aggressive fluids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some chemical absorbents allow users to wash and reuse them after spills, but others must be disposed. When it comes to disposing of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/what-is-hazardous-waste\/\">hazardous materials<\/a> and oils safely, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/hazardous-waste-containers.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">waste containers<\/a> are imperative. These containers are designed to help you comply with regulations regarding hazardous material containment and disposal.<\/p>\n<h2>Spill kits cover all your bases<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-kits-spill-kit-mobile-carts-drum-small-spill-kits.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/spill-kits.jpg\" alt=\"shop spill kits\" width=\"200\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a>Not sure precisely which chemical absorbents you need in your manufacturing plant? A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-kits-spill-kit-mobile-carts-drum-small-spill-kits.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">spill kit<\/a> can help you ensure you\u2019re prepared to clean up any spill and dispose of used materials safely and effectively. Simply <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/how-to-choose-the-best-spill-kit\/\">choose the spill kit<\/a> that matches the fluids and quantities you\u2019re working with.<\/p>\n<p>Spill kits are divided by fluid \u2014 universal, hazmat, and oil \u2014 and each comes in different sizes to facilitate different-sized spills. Don\u2019t see a spill kit that suits your facility or not sure which absorbents are right for your unique manufacturing needs? Work with a partner who can help you ensure you\u2019re prepared to avoid danger, damage, and \u2014 worse yet \u2014 injuries to yourself and your fellow manufacturers.<\/p>\n<h4><em>Need help choosing the right absorbents for your manufacturing plant?<\/em><\/h4>\n<p><em>The professionals at AbsorbentsOnline can help. Contact Travis Zdrazil at <a href=\"mailto:travis@absorbentsonline.com\">travis@absorbentsonline.com<\/a> or (800) 869-9633. You can also check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/manufacturing-industrial-markets.htm\">spill clean-up and containment solutions specific to manufacturing and industrial businesses<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the manufacturing industry, it\u2019s important to maintain a clean, safe workplace. And that isn\u2019t possible without the right chemical absorbent materials. That\u2019s because \u2014 no matter how careful you are \u2014 fluid spills are inevitable in manufacturing. 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