Legislation and best practice guidelines dictate that hazardous chemicals should be safely and appropriately stored within a bunded area.

The Environment Agency Guidelines (PPG26) state that a bund must be able to hold a volume of 110% of the single largest container stored or 25% of the total volume stored (for a number of containers) whichever the greater.

For instance, 6 x 205 litre drums of oil should be stored in a bund with a capacity of 308 litres
(Calculated as (6 x 205 litres) x 0.25 = 307.5, which is greater than 205 litres x 1.1 = 225.5)

Bunds are essential for pollution prevention, whether you store a few drums of oil or thousands of litres of acids and alkalis, whether the contents are product or waste.

Eco Technology Limited can help you by providing... A comprehensive range of bunded drum and IBC pallets in both steel and heavy duty polyethylene, together with drum racks and sump trays, and workfloors. Available as standard units for one 205 litre drum, up to 72 drums (or equivalent IBCs) or alternatively units may be tailor made to your own requirements. Our competitive range of site services include emptying and cleaning of bunds and oil-water separators (interceptors).