Waste oil is a common byproduct of a large number of processes.
Once oil enters your wastewater, it can have a negative impact on the health and safety of your
workforce.
The Health Advantages of Skimming Oil
When oil lingers in waste or process water, it traps anaerobic bacteria, which can cause adverse health effects.
If left unchecked, this bacteria buildup results in foul odors in the workplace and can even cause skin disorders. In...
Topics: health oil skimming safety
In industrial machining
and grinding operations, metalworking fluids are used to reduce heat and friction and remove metal
particles. Fluids can be water-based, including soluble oils and semisynthetic fluids, oil-based, such as
petroleum oils, or a mixture containing anything from oils, emulsifiers and anti-weld agents to corrosion
inhibitors and biocides, among others.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) there are 1.2 million workers...
Topics: dermatitis metal machining metal working safety