A Leaking Secondary Containment Could be a Primary Problem
What is a secondary containment system?
It is any structure, steel or concrete, designed to hold liquid material (typically a chemical), as a secondary solution to the primary containment in the event of a leak or spill. The EPA declares they should be able to hold the entire contents of the primary containment for up to 72 hours in order to clean, remove, and correct the emergency.
To meet that standard, the lining system for your containment could be anything from bare concrete for a benign environment to full fiberglass inlay systems for aggressive service. With an SDS (Safety Data Sheet), we can design a system that’s best for your and your budget.
Waterproofing Your Concrete
If your leak is within a primary containment, it could be time to look into advanced waterproofing options.
Peak has a wide range of lining options for concrete tanks and clarifiers. Much like secondary containments, linings can range from traditional coal tar epoxies, to fiberglass inlay systems, to our favorite, CIM.
Peak’s partners have applied waterproofing to structural concrete throughout the world, including Japan’s bullet train structure. If you’re interested in waterproofing your concrete for any reason, visit Industrialwaterproofing.us, to learn more about non-traditional options. You can watch the video below to see one of these solutions in action.
Regardless of the material used, the lining chosen must address the specific challenges of concrete such as movement and porosity, as well as the challenges of your environment such as chemicals and environmental exposures. Schedule a site visit with Peak today to find the best solution for your needs!