Railroad Spill Containment
Preventing leaks and spills at industrial rail sidings is an essential requirement of modern operations and must be met to protect the facility. The lack of protection measures in terms of railroad spill containment will mean that any leakage of liquid during transfer to a tank will cause serious environmental pollution and significant financial penalties.
UltraTech Complete Railroad Spill Containment SystemsStarting at $3,018.57
Effective rail track spill containment starts with understanding the unique topography of a loading area. Industrial professionals often choose between permanent composite systems and portable berms depending on the frequency of traffic and the volume of hazardous material being moved.
UltraTech 7200 and 7210 Ultra-Track Pan designs fall under the category of being heavy-duty and are designed for capturing large amounts of fluids in collection pans placed right next to the rail track. These units are modular pans intended to hold large amounts of liquids to prevent soil intrusion and protect nearby water resources. This light version is supplied via Ultra-Rail Mats and Ultra-Track Berms, which serve as a flexible solution capable of being deployed rapidly if needed to conduct repairs and/or relocate the tracks.
Railroad spill containment products of professional quality complement these systems by guaranteeing leak-proofing of the connections and physical durability in the face of rail cars and outside conditions.
FAQ’s:
1. How long do these composite railroad spill containment systems last when exposed to the elements?
High-density polyethylene and composite models are engineered for extreme weather resistance and chemical compatibility, typically providing years of reliable service even under heavy UV exposure and fluctuating temperatures.
2. Does the installation of railcar spill containment systems require specialized heavy equipment or track modifications?
Modular containment pans are made such that they can be installed by bolting, using ordinary tools, with little alteration of the ballast and without track closure.
3. Can these railroad spill containment products handle a high-flow catastrophic failure or only minor drips?
While products like the Ultra-Rail Mats are ideal for nuisance drips, the Ultra-Track Pan systems are specifically designed with high-capacity reservoirs to capture and channel significant volumes during a major valve failure.
4. What are the primary maintenance requirements for keeping a rail track spill containment system functional?
It is important to undertake inspections to clear the collected rainwater, snow, and other forms of debris in the pans since they may reduce the capacity of the containment system for its intended use.