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SpillSmart Ksorb - Hydrophobic Absorbent for Oil Spills
SpillSmart Ksorb Hydrophobic Absorbent- is a 100% loose cellulose fibre absorbent used to for oily sludge stabilization either on land or on water prior to the collection, transportation and disposal. Being Hydrophobic, it will resist absorbing water, preferring hydrocarbons making SpillSmart Hydrophobic Fibre most effective as a short-term deployment absorbent for on water spills.
Because of its strong ‘wicking effect’ SpillSmart Ksorb Hydrophobic Fibre Absorbent is able to rapidly encapsulated liquids so that they cannot leach back into the environment. All SpillSmart absorbents have been tested for and pass stringent international liquid release standards. In many regions, SpillSmart absorbents can be disposed of to landfill, however, this is subject to local regulations given the product is manufactured from biodegradable recycled materials.
SpillSmart Hydrophobic Fibre can absorb an amazing 13 times its weight in oil (1.8 gallons per pound). It is lightweight, highly absorbent with a low dust content, and is incinerable (9,809 btu/lb) with a low ash residue. Available in 30 lt bags weighing approximately 2kg. The product is also used to make 1.2m x 75mm socks, 3m x 75mm socks and 3m x 125mm booms.