What do you think of when you hear the term chemical storage building? Do images of radioactive waste oozing from barrels in a darkened alley come to mind? Or maybe you envision a Fort Knox type facility that houses dangerous and nefarious substances? The reality is far less exciting but the urgency and importance of securing a compliant chemical storage locker remain unchanged.
A chemical storage building is a large industrial-grade metal locker that is used for the safe handling and housing of hazardous materials and waste. The units are comprised of heavy gauge steel and equipped with safety features to prevent environmental contamination. A spill sump containment system is positioned beneath the unit’s steel grated flooring to collect spills. Fire-rated technology and dry-suppression fire systems are included on units that store volatile and flammable substances.
Who uses chemical storage lockers?
Chemical storage lockers are used by companies, manufacturers and institutions that routinely handle dangerous substances and hazardous materials. Acids, caustic substances, glues, paints, pesticides and petroleum are some common examples. Metal fabricators, petroleum processors, aviation manufacturers and agricultural entities are just a few common industries that house hazardous materials.
Companies that handle such dangerous materials are subject to stringent government regulations and authorities having jurisdiction. The Environmental Protection Agency and OSHA have enacted lengthy protocols and regulations pertaining to the usage and storage of hazardous materials. Failure to adhere to these regulations can result in hefty civil penalties, which can negatively affect profits for some companies and organizations.
Four-hour fire rated chemical storage building
When storing hazardous materials or dangerous chemicals within 10 feet of sensitive or vulnerable property, you should consider a U.S. Hazmat Rentals 4-hour-fire rated locker. 4-Hour Fire-Rated Structures are engineered and designed specifically for flammable storage safety certification. Our four (4) hour fire-rated storage buildings are for storing combustibles and flammable chemicals. Our rentals ensure your company will meet all NFPA and OSHA requirements for your chemical storage needs.
Two-hour fire rated chemical storage building
When storing hazardous materials or dangerous chemicals within 10 to 30 feet of sensitive or vulnerable property, you should consider a U.S. Hazmat Rentals 2-hour-fire rated locker. Our Two (2) Hour Fire-Rated Structures are designed for storing flammable liquids, chemicals, and combustible materials as required by the authority having jurisdiction. These buildings are rigorously tested to hold their structural integrity for over two hours of intense internal blaze.
Structural framing
Comprised of 12 gauge steel, each flammable storage building is fabricated with advanced engineering practices that ensure each chemical storage locker is capable of containing a barrage of excessively hot gases, liquids and solids. Standard shipping container storage conversions meet standards set forth by EPA and OSHA.
