Plastic pails are used for a wide range of chemical industry applications, including storage, spill containment, and processing. With features like gasketed lids and tamper-evident seals, they provide the safety and compliance required for handling industrial materials. Keep reading to explore how plastic pails and buckets can meet your industry’s needs.
Are Plastic Pails Chemical Resistant?
It depends! Not all plastics are compatible with every type of chemical. It’s crucial to understand the reaction between the type of plastic and certain chemicals to avoid reactions that could lead to leaks or contamination.
To confirm if a plastic pail is suitable for hazardous material transportation, always check for UN certification markings on the pail, which indicate that the pail meets the necessary standards.
Types of Plastic Pails
Plastic pails are a critical component of the chemical industry, with various types designed to meet specific storage, handling, and transportation requirements. Below are some of the most commonly used plastic pail types and their applications in chemical processes:
- Open-Head Pail: These pails feature a removable lid, making them ideal for mixing, storing, or transporting liquids, powders, and semi-solid chemical materials. Their versatility makes them a staple for handling non-hazardous substances that require easy access.
- Tight-Head Pail: With non-removable, sealed lids, tight-head pails are engineered for securely storing and transporting liquids prone to leaks or spills, such as solvents, detergents, and certain chemical solutions.
- Screw-Top Pails: These pails come with a threaded, airtight lid that ensures a secure closure. They are well-suited for chemicals that need protection from air exposure or contamination, such as powders, granules, or reactive substances.
- Hazardous Material Pails: Designed specifically for hazardous or regulated chemicals, these pails often include tamper-evident seals, child-resistant lids, or additional safety features to ensure compliance with industry regulations and safe handling.
- Specialized Chemical Pails: Some pails are constructed from materials resistant to specific chemicals, such as acids or alkalis, providing durability and protection during storage or transport.
Each type of pail serves a unique purpose in the chemical industry, and helps do its part for the safe and efficient handling of materials. Contact us to learn more about choosing the right plastic pails for your industrial chemicals.
Types of Lids for Plastic Pails
Selecting the right lid for plastic pails is essential to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance in the chemical industry. Different lids offer unique features; common types include:
- Snap-On Lids: Easy to apply and remove, ideal for non-hazardous liquids or powders; often include gaskets for leak resistance.
- Screw-Top Lids: Threaded for airtight sealing, perfect for reactive powders or volatile liquids.
- Spouted Lids: Enable precise pouring, great for controlled dispensing of liquid chemicals. Both snap-ons and screw-tops have spouted variants, and there are also different types of spouts.
Whether storing, transporting, or dispensing chemicals, the right lid ensures product integrity and safety. Contact us to explore the best options for your needs.
Orlando Drum Provides Plastic Pails to the Chemical Industry
Orlando Drum has provided plastic buckets and pails for residential or commercial use across Florida, Georgia, and the Southeastern United States since 1974. For over 40 years, we’ve been committed to our industrial partners with our products and services. Please contact us to learn what we can do for you, or refer to our blog and Comprehensive Guides to learn more:
- Guide to Tote Tanks/Intermediate Bulk Containers
- Guide to Reconditioned Steel Drums
- Guide to Plastic and Steel Drum Recycling
- Guide to Reconditioned Plastic Drums