News & Guides

The SORB-XT News & Guides section provides practical advice, industry insights, and educational resources covering spill control, environmental protection, workplace safety, and emergency response. Our articles are designed to help businesses understand spill prevention, response planning, absorbent selection, and best-practice procedures for managing oils, fuels, chemicals, and other hazardous substances.

Whether you are responsible for site safety, environmental compliance, facilities management, or spill response planning, our guides offer useful information to support informed decision-making. New articles are added regularly to help organisations improve preparedness, reduce environmental risk, and select the most effective spill control solutions for their requirements.
The Hidden Cost of Using the Wrong Industrial Absorbent
The Hidden Cost of Using the Wrong Industrial Absorbent
Discover why industrial absorbent costs go beyond purchase price, including material consumption, clean-up time, waste disposal and choosing the right solution. Read more...
Spill Management for Manufacturing and Industrial Sites
Spill Management for Manufacturing and Industrial Sites
Manufacturing and industrial sites face spill risks around storage areas, production machinery, maintenance work and loading bays. Learn how to improve spill preparedness, position response equipment, train staff and build... Read more...
How to Protect Drains During an Oil or Fuel Spill
How to Protect Drains During an Oil or Fuel Spill
Protecting drains is a critical part of oil and fuel spill response. This guide explains practical steps businesses can take to contain spills and reduce pollution risk. Read more...
Hydraulic Oil Spills: How to Contain and Clean Them Safely
Hydraulic Oil Spills: How to Contain and Clean Them Safely
Hydraulic oil spills can spread quickly from plant, machinery and industrial equipment. Learn how to contain a hydraulic oil spill, protect drains and sensitive areas, absorb the oil safely and... Read more...
Spill Control for Rail Infrastructure: Managing Environmental Risk on Site
Spill Control for Rail Infrastructure: Managing Environmental Risk on Site
Practical guidance on spill control for rail infrastructure, including managing fuel, oil and hydraulic fluid risks around depots, maintenance areas and trackside operations. Read more...
Workshop Spill Control: Managing Oil, Fuel and Chemical Leaks
Workshop Spill Control: Managing Oil, Fuel and Chemical Leaks
Oil, fuel and chemical leaks are common workshop risks. Learn how to prevent, contain and clean spills while keeping work areas safer and better prepared. Read more...
Fuel Spill Risks in Transport Operations
Fuel Spill Risks in Transport Operations
Fuel spills can disrupt transport operations, create safety hazards and threaten the environment. Learn where fleet risks arise and how better preparation supports a faster response. Read more...
Spill Prevention vs Spill Response: Why Businesses Need Both
Spill Prevention vs Spill Response: Why Businesses Need Both
Spill prevention reduces the likelihood of an incident, while spill response limits the impact when one occurs. Learn why businesses need both approaches working together. Read more...
Choosing the Right Absorbent for Oil, Fuel and Chemical Spills
Choosing the Right Absorbent for Oil, Fuel and Chemical Spills
Choosing the correct absorbent helps businesses respond more effectively to oil, fuel and chemical spills. Learn which factors should guide product selection. Read more...
How Warehouses Can Reduce the Risk of Fuel and Oil Spills
How Warehouses Can Reduce the Risk of Fuel and Oil Spills
Practical guidance for warehouses and distribution centres on reducing fuel and oil spill risks through storage, maintenance, inspections, housekeeping, training and suitable spill equipment. Read more...
What Should Be Included in a Workplace Spill Response Plan?
What Should Be Included in a Workplace Spill Response Plan?
A practical guide to the essential elements of a workplace spill response plan, including risk assessment, responsibilities, equipment, training, environmental protection and incident review. Read more...
Construction Site Spill Management: How to Prepare and Respond
Construction Site Spill Management: How to Prepare and Respond
Construction sites regularly handle fuels, oils and other liquids that can cause disruption and environmental harm when spilled. Learn how planning, suitable equipment and clear procedures support an effective response. Read more...
How to Remove Oil Stains from Driveways and Hard Surfaces
How to Remove Oil Stains from Driveways and Hard Surfaces
Learn how to remove oil stains from driveways, yards, and hard surfaces using the correct spill response techniques to reduce staining and restore affected areas. Read more...
Common Spill Response Mistakes Businesses Make
Common Spill Response Mistakes Businesses Make
Learn the most common spill response mistakes businesses make and how better planning, training, and equipment can help reduce risks and improve emergency preparedness. Read more...
How Tree Surgeons Can Prevent Oil Stains on Customer Driveways
How Tree Surgeons Can Prevent Oil Stains on Customer Driveways
Learn how tree surgeons can prevent oil stains on customer driveways with simple spill prevention measures, fast clean-up procedures, and suitable spill response equipment. Read more...
What Should Be Included in a Spill Response Plan?
What Should Be Included in a Spill Response Plan?
Discover the key elements of an effective spill response plan and how proper preparation can reduce risks, protect the environment, and improve workplace safety. Read more...
Does My Business Need a Spill Kit?
Does My Business Need a Spill Kit?
Learn why spill kits are essential for businesses that store, handle, or transport liquids, and how they help reduce risks, protect the environment, and improve workplace safety. Read more...
What Happens If a Spill Reaches a Watercourse?
What Happens If a Spill Reaches a Watercourse?
Discover what can happen when a spill reaches a watercourse and why rapid containment, proper planning, and the right absorbents are essential for environmental protection. Read more...