KNOWLEDGE
From biosurfactants to accidents in the harbour: answers and background information on oil spill clean-up, accidents, remediation and cleaning – explained in simple terms by the developers of FMO products.
Oil spill clean-up
Liquid oil binders are applied using a pressure sprayer. What to look for when choosing one, and which model is best suited to which application – from occasional use to intensive use.
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Cleaning
Oil and grease deposits clog up pipes and tanks and make lubricated components difficult to maintain. Which cleaning agents are suitable for which applications, how they should be dosed, and what happens to the waste water.
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Refurbishment
If oil seeps into the ground, contaminated soil does not necessarily have to be excavated and disposed of. How on-site biological remediation works, how quickly it takes effect, and what is important when carrying it out.
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Accident
When oil spills in a harbour, marina or along the coast, every minute counts. Oil booms and skimmers are the first port of call – but in many places they are of no use. How FMO Gewässer helps in such situations and what matters most during operations.
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Accident
‘Non-HME’ is an internationally recognised classification which certifies that a product poses no risk to the marine environment. What this means in practical terms, the criteria behind it, and why FMO roads and FMO water bodies meet this classification.
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Accident
Our liquid oil binders, FMO Road and FMO Water, meet environmental and water protection requirements – ensuring safe use on road surfaces and in water bodies.
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Oil spill clean-up
Here’s how to proceed correctly if you spot an oil spill – from securing the area to ensuring it is properly cleaned up.
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Oil spill clean-up
Oil absorbents are an indispensable tool in the fight against unwanted oil contamination in the environment. An overview of the key questions and answers.
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Here’s what you need to bear in mind when storing öFix oil binders – from shelf life to the signs that a cleaner has gone off.
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Oil spill clean-up
How liquid oil binders break down hydrocarbon-based contaminants – explained step by step.
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Oil spill clean-up
Here’s what you need to bear in mind when using öFix liquid oil binders – from the legal framework to correct application.
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Cleaning
Biotensides are surface-active substances of biological origin – made from 100 % natural raw materials rather than petrochemical feedstocks. Here you will find the key information on their manufacture, properties and applications.
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For professional users only: We supply directly to businesses, fire brigades, ports, municipal depots and local authority organisations (B2B & B2A). Unfortunately, we are unable to process enquiries from private individuals.
