Secondary spill containment is necessary in many industries. The types of spills range widely. Companies specialize in meeting many or just one type of need. Choosing the right company requires considering the type of spill, the size of the containment and the absorption method the spill requires.

A variety of secondary spill containment information is available, including spill containment options, safe handling and waste minimization from these providers. When trying to find the right company to work with, consider these aspects:

1. Talk with a secondary spill containment provider about options in hazardous material when appropriate.

2. Provide a secondary spill containment list, including sizes, material structure types and budgets.

3. Consider the importance of pre-engineered products over custom-made products.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Determine if there is a need for secondary spill containment in tanks

Tanks are designed to house material spills of all types. The size and type of tank is important, as the product removed must be safely stored. Tanks are often used for oil and fuel, but can fit any specific need. Collection tanks vary in design per application.

I recommend: Choose a company dedicated to meeting needs in collection tanks such as American Textile & Supply. The company distributes a range of spill containment systems including collection tanks, handling drum trucks and spill carts. Peabody Engineering & Supply offers secondary spill containment in a variety of forms, including collection tanks, drum trucks, containment berms and more. They specialize in dual containment tanks. Contact Securall Cabinets for secondary containment in the form of portable tanks.

Find secondary spill containment in the form of systems

Systems are designed to provide regular protection and more extensive help. Systems are often customized to fit specific needs and can meet high density cross link needs. Systems are specialized containment forms designed per application or industry, oftentimes specific for the company in need.

I recommend: Talk with leaders in the secondary containment systems sector such as Assmann. The company offers specifications to meet most needs, with capacities ranging from 52 gallons up to 3,500 gallons. Their products also range in lengths and material types. Youngstown Barrel & Drum offers containment systems such as drum pump adapters, salvage drubs, combination boxes and bucket shelves. Ryan Herco Products offers spill containment systems such as foam wall containment berms, compact containment berms and funnel systems.

Work with a secondary spill containment provider offering other spill containing products and device

Other products and systems for spill containment are available to meet the needs of unique applications. Customized products are also available. This includes spill kits, specialist spill containment and fire-rated buildings and cabinets.

I recommend: Seek out the help of trusted providers in spill containment products including Interstate Products, which offers decon, drum, tanker storage, spill pallets and safety cabinets. New Pig is another provider of secondary spill containment products. They offer over pack spill kits, specialty containment and customization options.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Secondary spill containment is designed per application, often based on the size, material and other requirements of the provider. Many companies can custom design containment fixtures, products, or systems for your material.