{"id":968,"date":"2021-03-25T08:09:34","date_gmt":"2021-03-25T15:09:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/?p=968"},"modified":"2024-02-14T15:00:24","modified_gmt":"2024-02-14T23:00:24","slug":"stop-clutter-and-spills-with-these-handy-accessories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.absorbentsonline.com\/spill-containment-blog\/stop-clutter-and-spills-with-these-handy-accessories\/","title":{"rendered":"Stop Clutter and Spills With These Handy Accessories"},"content":{"rendered":"

How a Utility Tray Can Keep Mess and Spills Off Warehouse or Factory Floors<\/em><\/h2>\n
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Slide utility trays under factory floor pallet shelving to catch potential leaks<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Sometimes the simplest workshop tools are also the most useful. Take, for instance, the basic plastic tray. Its size and shape \u2014 wide, portable, and just a few inches high \u2014 make it an exceptionally versatile piece of equipment in many work environments.<\/p>\n

Additionally, these cost-effective products are easy to clean and reuse over and over again. But perhaps best of all, trays are extremely simple to use!<\/p>\n

In this post, we’ll explore the types and workplace uses of these multi-purpose trays. And possibly introduce you to some new ideas for keeping your business tidy, clean, and safe.<\/span><\/p>\n

Utility tray uses<\/h2>\n
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Utility trays organize pails, fuel cans, and more, preventing mess or small spills<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Industrial trays are useful for both small spill containment and storage. In fact, as a secondary containment solution, they can stop oil and other chemical spills<\/a>. Which otherwise have the potential to pollute land, stormwater systems, and waterways.<\/p>\n

For instance, a spill tray can become a mini berm<\/a>. Use them to collect fluids from leaky machine parts or dispensers. In this application, they serve as an affordable and easy-clean drip pan substitute.<\/p>\n

Trays also provide a handy way to store items. They’ll organize vehicle batteries, parts, chemical containers, and safety cans neatly and safely in your facility. By pairing an absorbent pad as a tray liner you’ll also minimize grime from leaky container residue.<\/p>\n

In short, the options for using a utility tray in your business are endless!<\/p>\n

Which containment tray to choose<\/h2>\n

Trays are available in a number of different sizes, designs, and materials. Many trays are nestable, so offer a convenient stackable storage solution when not in use. When selecting a tray for your needs, consider these factors:<\/p>\n

Application<\/em><\/h3>\n

First, determine whether the tray is for general-purpose use or a specific application. Generally, trays fall under three groupings.<\/p>\n

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A mobile drum tray dolly ensures easy movement across shop floors<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

1. Spill Trays<\/h4>\n

Is your primary purpose spill containment<\/a>? Then be sure to choose a spill tray<\/em><\/strong><\/a> that is deep enough for its container. In fact, some trays offer a spill capacity of up to 33 gallons! That way you can capture leaks and drips from small containers, drums, or acid from batteries.<\/p>\n

A spill tray with a grate can separate items away from a liquid leak and help keep it dry. For drums, use a tray dolly to enable easy movement \u2014 for example, when cleaning floors.<\/p>\n

2. Lab Trays<\/h4>\n
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Countertop containment trays with a ribbed bottom are ideal for lab use<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

When working in a laboratory<\/a>, lab trays<\/a><\/em><\/strong> will serve you well. That’s because the compact sizes fit perfectly on lab countertops. And the tray walls are the ideal height for small containers.<\/p>\n

Some trays even have removable grates for storage and decanting of bottles, labware, and beakers. This means a safer outcome should a container accidentally tip over, spill, or break. The tray will safely contain any fluids, with less mess for you to clean up.<\/p>\n

3. Utility Trays<\/h4>\n
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Spill trays with grating act like mini pallet totes, and keep items dry from leaks<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Consider stackable utility trays<\/em><\/strong><\/a> if you want a truly multipurpose tray. You can use them for everything from mixing liquids to containing leaks to transferring products<\/a> from containers to pails. Or, even as a work surface when sorting new products and cleaning parts.<\/p>\n

Trays using a heavy-duty polyethylene construction (HDPE) have a ribbed bottom. This feature provides additional strength and protects contents from saturation if a leak occurs.<\/p>\n

Size<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Flexible utility tray sizes hold up to 20 gallons and fold flat for easy storage<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Spill trays come in rectangular and round shapes, in a range of dimensions and sump size capacities. Choose a size that\u2019s appropriate for the items you will store on the tray and the area it needs to cover.<\/p>\n

For instance, a shallow tray is a great option to store or clean machine parts<\/a>. While flexible trays with higher sidewalls may work better to hold cans and chemical containers upright.<\/p>\n

When it comes to large-capacity totes, like IBC, trays probably aren’t the best choice. Instead, consider a spill containment berm<\/a> or a tank sump<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Material<\/em><\/h3>\n
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This round HDPE spill tray for drums offers good chemical resistance<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Consider what tray material best suits your environment. For example, do you require a heavy-duty material polyethylene construction? Or, will a lighter-weight, flexible option such as PVC or polypropylene be more appropriate?<\/p>\n

Mostly, these materials offer similar corrosion and chemical resistance to stainless steel. However, you’ll always want to check the plastic tray you select is compatible with chemicals at your facility.<\/p>\n

Price<\/em><\/h3>\n

Prices for trays can range from $25 to over $200. So, not only can you choose a tray that suits your needs, but also one to best suit your budget.<\/p>\n

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An absorbent pad liner helps keep your tray grime-free for easier cleaning<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

AbsorbentsOnline.com offers a wide selection of spill-containment tray products, including:<\/p>\n