PIG® Mat defeats clay for safe, effective spill clean up – Part 2
In the first blog of the series on how PIG® mat defeats clay for safe, effective spill clean up http://ow.ly/aY6as we looked at the superior absorption capacity of absorbent mats, and why they are easier to handle than clay granules. Now we will discuss why absorbent mats help to protect machinery from damage and are [...]
PIG® Mat defeats clay for safe, effective spill clean up – Part 1
Spill clean up should be quick, safe and hassle free. If you’re still responding to liquid spills the old school way using clay granules, you could be making spill response more difficult. This could put your workers at risk and cost your company more money in the long run. In this first part of our [...]
3 reasons to invest in an entrance mat
Investing in an entrance mat for your facility can bring many benefits, especially in wet, wintry weather. It’s not a requirement to have one at the entrance to your facility, but considering that it’s the main barrier preventing dirt and water from being tracked on to work floors, it could be a good investment. Let’s [...]
3 Tips for choosing the right entrance mat for your facility
Preventing wet weather from causing a problem begins with having the right solutions in place. It all starts at the entrance to your facility! We’ve already looked at the risks that wet weather can bring to this specific area in our previous blog article http://ow.ly/aeh5z, now we will focus on choosing the best solution to [...]
Watch out! Wet weather can increase slips and falls
There’s no way of getting away from wet weather in the UK, unless you jet off to sunnier climates of course! Just last week the sun was out, but with the rain, sleet and snow we’ve experienced this week it looks like April could be a wet month. The risk of slips and falls increases [...]
Don’t take the chance when responding to an unknown chemical spillage
Chemical spillages, no matter what size, need to be treated seriously due to the risks posed to workers, the environment and surrounding residents. As part of your initial risk assessment it’s important to identify all chemicals stored and used on site. This will ensure that your facility is prepared and safe spill response can be [...]
Steps to ensure the safe storage of flammable liquids
Storing flammable liquids requires special safety considerations due to the fire and explosion hazards associated with these types of liquids. Here are some simple steps you can to take to ensure safe flammable liquid storage in your facility. Step 1 – Ensure adequate ventilation in storage areas Flammable liquids should be stored and used in [...]
Choosing the right type of spill containment: Polyethylene or Steel?
Ensuring safe liquid storage in your facility begins with having the right containment products in place. With over 25 years of experience, New Pig can help you make the best choice when selecting spill containment solutions to store liquids safely and prevent spillages. It’s your choice based on what fits your application, but with a [...]
3 tips on choosing the right absorbent mat for your facility
New Pig UK have invented an absorbent mat to fit every application. It all started back in 1986 with the creation of the first PIG® Mat, since then New Pig UK’s dedication to innovation has led to the production of the most extensive range of absorbent mats on the market. With over 188 different varieties [...]
PIG® Grippy® Absorbent Mat – The story behind the innovative New Pig UK solution
At New Pig UK, a common problem customers told us about was absorbent mats bunching and sliding underfoot in workplaces. Customers used tapes, weights and trays to keep absorbent mats in place to prevent slips and falls. Our research team also saw mats being tucked under anti fatigue matting and equipment corners. Providing the solution wasn’t [...]