What images instantly come to mind when you hear the words, “explosive materials?”
Nuanced terms, such as dynamite or TNT, and perhaps even black powder will often elicit thoughts of violent explosions when people hear such terms. While other ambiguous chemical terminology summons similar responses, many people overlook common household or industry items as benign substances.
What about fertilizers? Do you associate this seemingly harmless farm commodity with tremendous explosions that can rival those caused by dynamite? This common chemical agent can be found in just about any agricultural setting or storage shed of green-thumbed garden enthusiasts nationwide. What many people do not realize is that fertilizers, due to their high ammonium nitrate concentration, can be extremely unstable and prone to combustion.
U.S Hazmat Storage can prevent similar disasters
Far too often, our nation has been gripped by tragedy due to improper protocol in storing these dangerous chemical compounds that are often overlooked as being harmless. Recently, a small Texas town gathered to reflect on the 15 lives that were lost due to an explosion at the local fertilizer plant. Twelve of those who lost their lives were local volunteer firefighters. Due to the sheer magnitude of the blast, more than 150 people were injured, as the blast level entire city blocks and left a crater nearly 100-feet wide.
Non-flammable storage solution
The explosion was investigated as arson, but one could still reason the explosion would not have reached such catastrophic proportions had the compounds used to make fertilizer were properly stored. While hindsight is 20/20, the agricultural and mega-industrial complex of America can take note of these devastating consequences by considering proper chemical and pesticide containment solutions.
U.S. Hazmat Storage, in fact, carries a full line of non-fire rated buildings for all your storage needs. Not only do these units meet EPA compliance, but they can safely contain almost any common industrial item, such as pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, paints and solvents. Eliminate any doubt from your mind with a U.S. Hazmat Storage solution. These units also offer superb spill containment, so you don’t have to worry about dangerous chemicals contaminating the worksite and seeping into the environment.
Non-fire Rated Storage options
Our basic 10’ 12-barrel chemical building offers a 660-gallon storage capacity and is more than just a temporary solution to your storage needs. For larger industrial sites or work zones, consider the 27-barrel building option that offers an astounding 1,485 gallons of protection. Still not enough? No worries. We have you covered. For maximum storage capacity, check out the 42- or 57-barrel storage buildings that can hold well over 2,000 gallons of flammable material.
Free consultation
We know this chemical jargon can seem overwhelming, especially when you are under pressure to make a quick decision, so you meet federal compliance guidelines. Our chemical buildings aren’t the only resource we have in managing a potential crisis. Our qualified sale representatives will guide you through this difficult process and can offer a free consultation with a quick quote to follow.
