FAQ
What is the difference between the red and blue bund?
The main difference is that the red bund has sealed corners, what makes it very easy to assemble it. When one side of the bund has been erected, the others are raised through action of the pulling force. The sides are provided with yellow hooks used to secure the corners. Handling belts end with metal hooks. The Cargo blue bunds are intended particularly for use in industry and transport, have no sealed corners (when unfolded, the bund is just a flat tarp) and exist in with/without manipulative handles variant. Like the red bunds, the corners are fastened by the yellow hooks.
What is meant by “SHALLOW“ bund like?
The variant “Shallow” is our most recent product sized 124x84 cm and only 7 cm high; this is also why the bund is called shallow. It means that the bund is perfectly suitable for use in hard-to-get-at areas, especially in low narrow spaces.
Are the bunds self-supporting?
Yes, the bunds are rigid and self-supporting thanks to reinforcements in the side walls. It is not needed to use other stiffening supports.
Can the red bunds really carry 200 kg?
Yes, the maximum permissible weight is actually 200 kg. It is given by the firmness of the reinforcements, belts and snap-hooks.
What is the load-carrying capacity of the Cargo blue bunds?
The load-carrying capacity of the blue bunds is not limited. The blue Cargo bunds are suitable for handling pallets loaded with drums, cans and IBC containers using pallet-poolers or forklifts.
What are handles/straps used for in the bunds?
In general, the handles/straps are used for handling the bund. Maximum permissible weight is 200 kg. The bunds can be moved either manually or by forklift. In addition, handles/straps prevent swelling of the sides when the bund is filled up to its maximum volume.
What is the risk of puncturing?
Apparently, the underside may be damaged when handling the bund in its filled state. For example, when pushing or dragging a filled bund across gravel or sharp objects on the ground. In such cases, we recommend using the yellow pad, which considerably prolongs the durability of the bund (delivered as accessory).
For how long may the retrieved material stay in the bund?
This depends on corrosiveness of the material. Three compatibility levels are defined. A – resistant; B – resistant for up to 3 hours; C – not resistant. These products are not intended for long-term storage of chemical or oil substances; their primary purpose is to capture and collect leaking substances for the time needed before the final appropriate disposal of the liquid (see the Chemical resistance certificate).
What is the lifespan of the Eccotarp spill bunds?
When used and maintained properly the spill bund has a lifespan of about 10 years. The first signs of changes in colour (a slight bleaching) appear after 5 years. This fading is only noticeable in direct comparison with a new fabric.
For what quality of sorbents the cart may be used?
All commonly used and available sorbents (sorbents based on dried hydrophobized peat, polyurethane sorbents, etc.) may be used for the sorbent dispenser cart (SDC). The even spread and density of sorbent can be assured by moving the rear slide plate. The width of spreading is up to 40 cm.
How to fasten the funnel?
The funnel has 4 lugs intended for handling; using the lugs, the funnel can be hung, fastened, or carrying straps can be pulled through the lugs and fastened where needed. For using on the stand, the funnel is also provided with 4 eyes to be fixed on the hook of the stand.
Is the height of the funnel stand also adjustable?
The funnel stand is collapsible and its height can be adjusted as the stand is provided with telescopic legs. The height is between 87 and 150 cm. It enables the leaning of the stand that can be also adjusted.