Storing oil drums, chemical liquids, and fuels in industrial areas under environmental and safety regulations without risk of floor contamination from drips or leaks requires a platform with a sump calibrated to the volume of the largest drum. This spill containment pallet —also called a spill containment sump, containment platform, or spill containment pallet— is manufactured by Cargobo from injection-molded HDPE with a collector sump base, removable top grating, and drain, in a 130×130×30 cm format, designed for mechanical workshops, industrial plants, chemical warehouses, and environments where spill containment is a regulatory requirement.
Key benefits
- Containment sump with calibrated capacity: the lower base acts as a reservoir that captures drips, leaks, and small spills before they reach the floor, a critical condition for complying with local regulations for containing 110% of the volume of the largest stored container.
- Removable top grating: the grating supports the weight of full industrial drums and can be removed to access the bottom, allowing for cleaning and emptying the contained liquid without uninstalling drums.
- HDPE resistant to common chemicals: the material withstands oils, hydrocarbons, non-aggressive chemical liquids, and common fuels (check compatibility chart with specific chemicals), without structural degradation during prolonged use.
- Bottom drain for controlled emptying: it incorporates a drainage plug at the base to evacuate the contained liquid to the appropriate management container, without the need to pump or overturn the platform, a decisive operational saving in maintenance.
- Stackable and nestable when empty: without the grating, the bases fit into each other, which reduces the storage space for unused platforms in the operations warehouse.
Typical applications and uses
- Warehouses and service areas in mechanical workshops for oil drums, coolants, and automotive fluids.
- Industrial plants handling and transferring chemicals where regulation requires containment below the container.
- Warehouses for chemical products, liquid fertilizers, and agrochemicals in agro-industrial operations.
- Machine rooms, generator rooms, and industrial spaces with risk of lubricating oil or fuel spills.
Quality and durability
An economical spill pallet fails in two ways: the top grating is made of thin plastic that yields under the actual weight of a full 200 L drum (which ruins the sump) and the HDPE of the base is recycled, which becomes brittle with continuous chemical exposure. Cargobo uses structural HDPE and a grating dimensioned for full industrial drums, which distinguishes an auditable containment platform from a cheap pallet that will not meet regulations on inspection day.
How is the liquid collected in the sump emptied and cleaned?
The design includes a drain plug at the bottom. To empty: place an appropriate disposal container underneath, open the plug and let the collected liquid flow out for recycling or disposal under local hazardous-waste rules. The top grate is fully removable, giving access to the sump interior for cleaning with neutral soap and drying. Important: handling of the collected liquid follows local chemical-waste regulations; an oil or fuel spill is never poured down the drain.
Is it easy to move between zones of the plant?
Yes. The base is designed with entries built for forklift forks or manual pallet jacks, with access from 2 or 4 sides depending on model and orientation. This allows the platform to be repositioned with all drums loaded, without unloading and reinstalling. For frequent moves inside an industrial plant, it pays to verify that the sump does not hold significant accumulated liquid before moving (the extra weight can compromise the maneuver) and to check the leveling of the destination floor.
Do they take up much space when stored empty?
No. The design is nestable: by removing the flat top grate, one pallet base nests inside another, multiplying significantly the number of platforms that fit in the same physical space. This feature is decisive in operations that keep platform stock for on-demand use (one-off projects, spill contingency, seasonal chemical storage), where storing rigid non-stackable pallets would saturate the warehouse.
Does the grate hold the actual weight of a full industrial drum?
Yes, it is sized for fully loaded industrial drums (typical reference: 200 L of oil or chemical, ~180 kg). The grate is made of structural HDPE and the geometry distributes the weight evenly over the sump walls, preventing deformation from point loads. The maximum capacity per platform varies by model: for storage with several drums it pays to verify the static and dynamic capacity in the data sheet and to keep the drums in a balanced layout.
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| General | |
|---|---|
| Design features | Removable, stackable/nestable, large containment tank, wide openings, facilitates spill recycling |
| Material and construction | |
| Materials | Virgin high-density polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Color | Yellow base and black top cover |
| Dimensions and format | |
| Drum capacity | 4 drums |
| External dimensions (±5 mm) | 130 x 130 x 30 cm (51 x 51 x 12 in) |
| Weight (±0.5 kg) | 30 kg (66.14 lb) |
| Spill volume (capacity) | 260 L (68.68 gal) |
| Strength and performance | |
| Dynamic load capacity | 1000 kg (2204.62 lb) |
| Static load capacity | 4000 kg (8818.49 lb) |
| Compatibility and use | |
| Main application | Prevention of spills, leaks or drips from oil drums and workplace safety |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Nestable (stacks when empty) | Yes (without the top grid) |
| Machinery compatibility | All types of forklifts, stackers and pallet trucks (2 and 4 way) |
| Chemical compatibility (fully compatible) | Petroleum oils and fuels (motor, hydraulic and gear oil, grease, diesel, gasoline, kerosene); diluted weak acids (acetic, citric, boric, carbonic, diluted phosphoric); mild alkalis (ammonia water, diluted sodium bicarbonate, soapy water, mild detergent); alcohols and aqueous solutions (ethanol, isopropanol, ethylene glycol antifreeze, brine, seawater, water); everyday oils and chemicals (vegetable and animal oil, water-based paint, general industrial cleaner). |
| Chemical compatibility (brief spills only, no immersion) | Only accidental short-duration dripping or leakage, without prolonged immersion (softens the surface and reduces service life): diluted sulfuric acid, diluted hydrochloric acid; toluene and xylene (aromatic solvents); low-concentration bleach. |
| Chemical compatibility (not compatible) | Do not use: concentrated strong acids (sulfuric, nitric); strong oxidizers (high-concentration chlorine bleach, hydrogen peroxide); strong organic solvents (acetone, methylene chloride, trichloroethylene, ethyl acetate); hot concentrated strong alkalis. Direct contact causes corrosion, cracking and permanent damage. |
| Maximum temperature for chemical compatibility | ≤ 60 °C (140 °F). Compatibility data do not apply above 60 °C; do not place hot liquids or high-temperature containers directly on the pallet. |
| Standards and certifications | |
| ISPM-15 exempt | Yes — being plastic, it requires no fumigation or phytosanitary certificate for export |
| Pallet: Width | 130.0 cm (51.18 in) |
|---|---|
| Pallet: Height | 30.0 cm (11.81 in) |
| Pallet: Depth | 130.0 cm (51.18 in) |
| Pallet: Weight | 30.0 kg |
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