Storage of hazardous substances – Metal-free interiors

To address the problem of possible corrosion of cabinets used to store flammable liquids and small quantities of hazardous substances, asecos has developed new metal-free interiors to ensure the integrity and protective performance of Type-90 safety storage cabinets.

Every part of the interior that is permeable to corrosive vapours is made of non-corrosive material, says the company, which adds that the height-adjustable shelves and all internal coatings are made of melamine-clad chipboard. In addition, each storage shelf has its own polypropylene sump, while the sump at the base of the cabinet is made of the same material.

The metal-free construction means the cabinet can be used to store both acids and alkalis – but the company warns that acids and alkalis should not be stored in the same unit, as dangerous vapour mixes can occur.

The company also highlights that it commissioned an independent test of the Type 90 cabinet in accordance with EN 14470-1. This standard requires shelves to continue to bear a maximum load after being subjected to a test fire for at least 90 minutes. It also requires the cabinet’s base sump to maintain its integrity for the duration of the fire. The Type 90 cabinet with metal-free interior passed all the tests, according to asecos.

For further details about the product, e-mail: [email protected] or visit www.asecos.co.uk
 

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