This must be observed when using liquid oil binding agents from öFix.
Is the use of liquid oil binding agents permitted?
The use of liquid Oil binding agents must be used to remove oil spills. The use of liquid oil binding agents is permitted, provided that the individual circumstances of the oil residues to be removed allow for the use of liquid oil binding agents.
The appropriate procedure
The appropriate method for removing an oil spill must be assessed individually. The user must select the appropriate method depending on the type, location and extent of the oil spill. In doing so, the user generally refers to the legally valid instructions from the DWA 715/716-1-9 or VDI 4089 leaflets. These leaflets describe suitable cleaning methods, which also include the use of liquid cleaning concentrates (öFix FMO Road & FMO waters) is recommended.
Application in practice
In practice, there are always cases where, for example, hard-to-reach areas cannot be adequately cleaned with cleaning vehicles or granulates. In such cases, the manual use of liquid oil binding agents is recommended.
When is the use of liquid oil binding agents recommended?
Liquid oil binding agents should always be used if their use promises the safest and most environmentally friendly method. This is the case, for example, if the oil spill is on porous asphalt has developed. Granulates generally do not reach the deep areas, so liquid oil binding agents should be used. However, heavily overgrown bank areas also make the use of oil booms etc. difficult. Liquid oil binding agents should also be used here.
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Are FMO oil binding agents hazardous to water?
The liquid oil binding agents from öFix FMO Strasse and FMO Gewässer are not hazardous to water and are therefore suitable for use as liquid oil binding agents. The properties ensure accelerated degradation of oil contamination and restore the balance of nature in just a few days.
Is there a central approval centre for liquid oil binding agents?
There is no higher authority that authorises the use of liquid oil binding agents. We therefore recommend that the manual use of liquid oil binding agents is agreed in advance with the local environmental authority. We will support you with the relevant documents and evidence.
The most important summarised
If you want to use liquid oil binding agents to remove oil spills, this is possible with FMO oil binding agents from öFix possible without any problems. Our liquid oil binding agents can even be used in water protection areas due to their non-water-polluting properties. Our cleaning concentrates break down oil and grease contamination within a few days of use, restoring the balance of nature and preventing damage to the environment.
Is there a registration office?
There is no official approval body for liquid oil binding agents, but they can still be used. Use can be agreed in advance with the responsible authority. We will support you with the necessary documents.
Frequently asked questions
Is the use of liquid oil binding agents authorised?
The use of liquid Oil binding agents must be used to remove oil spills. is authorised if the individual circumstances of the oil residue to be removed require the use of liquid oil binding agents.
The appropriate procedure
The appropriate method for removing an oil spill must be assessed individually. The user must select the appropriate method depending on the type, location and extent of the oil spill. In doing so, the user generally refers to the legally valid instructions from the DWA 715/716-1-9 or VDI 4089 leaflets. These leaflets describe suitable cleaning methods, which also include the use of liquid cleaning concentrates (öFix FMO Road & FMO waters) is recommended.
Application in practice
In practice, there are always cases where, for example, hard-to-reach areas cannot be adequately cleaned with cleaning vehicles or granulates. In such cases, the manual use of liquid oil binding agents is recommended.
Are liquid oil binding agents suitable for manual use?
Yes, liquid oil binding agents are suitable for the manual removal of oil spillages. The oil binder is applied to the oil spill in just one work step, either pure or as a mixture with water in a classic garden sprayer (pressurised pump sprayer).
When should liquid oil binding agents be used?
Liquid oil binding agents should always be used if their use promises the safest and most environmentally friendly method. This is the case, for example, if the oil spill has occurred on porous asphalt. Here, granulates generally do not reach the deep areas, so liquid oil binding agents should be used. However, heavily overgrown bank areas also make the use of oil barriers etc. difficult. Liquid oil binding agents should also be used here.
Are liquid oil binding agents hazardous to water?
The use of liquid oil binding agents requires that they are not hazardous to water. The liquid oil binding agents from öFix FMO Road & FMO waters are not hazardous to water and are therefore particularly environmentally friendly.
Is there a central authorisation body for liquid oil binding agents?
There is no higher authority that authorises the use of certain oil binding agents. We therefore recommend that the manual use of liquid oil binding agents is agreed in advance with the local environmental authority. We will support you with the relevant documents and evidence.
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