Slurry Removal Solutions
Slurry Safe
Slurry Safe is a safe yet functional replacement for traditional hydrochloric acid treatments and other commonly used processes. It is non-regulated by the US DOT, Canadian TDG and carries a triple zero hazardous materials information system score. Slurry Safe biodegrades in less than 10 days and is manufactured with products chosen from the EPA’s design for the environment, safe chemical ingredients list, that meets the criteria for design for the environment safer product program.
Slurry Safe is a multi purpose product and can be used in a multitude of ways:
Grinding Aid
PH Reducer
Diamond Tool Cleaner
Equipment Cleaner
Descaler
Rust Remover
Slurry/Concrete Dissolver
Slurry Safe is a powerful tool for cleaning concrete or stone slurry buildup off of equipment and surfaces.
Use the following procedures and precautions for best results:
Slurry Safe is a concentrated acid “AR” and can be used full strength or used diluted up to 50:50 with water.
Remove as much surface buildup as possible with a rubber mallet and scraper. Take care not to scratch painted surfaces.
Spray Slurry Safe onto all surfaces - Slurry Safe reacts similarly to hydrochloric acid, attacking calcium based slurries. It is best to use an all plastic pump up sprayer for application.
Allow the Slurry Safe to dissolve calcium buildup. Scrubbing with a soft bristle brush can aid in spreading cleaner into all areas.
Heavy buildup may require several coatings - Continue until surface is clean.
After application, rinse surface well to remove residue. It is recommended to use a pressure washer, the Slurry Safe will neutralise with water.
Please take care not to allow rinse water from running into a storm drain or off cleaning slab the use of a Wet vacuum for cleanup is recommended.
The use of a high pH Neutraliser is recommended. Simix MSX is an 11 pH cleaner with titanium dioxide additive to reduce flash rust on metal surfaces. If this is not available a mixture of sodium bicarbonate “baking soda” and water will help stop the reaction. Surface rust is not damaging to equipment and can be removed by repeating Slurry Safe application.
For better results, after cleaning and neutralising blow dry the surface(s) and coat with Simiz Ceramic Coating to seal metal surface(s) from oxidation and helps reduce future surface adhesion. If Ceramic treatment is not used, coat metal surfaces with WD40 or foam oil to prevent surface oxidation rust.
Please note that is the cleaning slab is unsealed then wet the floor with Simiz MSC or baking soda solution before use to reduce Slurry Safe reaction to concrete surface. Do not clean equipment on finished floors.
After cleaning vacuum the residue off the floor and add to the slurry drum to aid in pH reduction. Slurry Safe has no negative effect on Slurry Sep flocculant.
Dispose of the residue properly. Slurry Safe is safe for most surfaces but do not allow to stand or soak on none ferrous, soft metal surfaces like aluminium for an extended time or etching or discoloration may occur. Do not use fittings or store in aluminium tanks. Use the proper PPE as with any cleaning process. Slurry Safe requires no special handling as with hydrochloric acids. Follow manufacturer recommendations.
Slurry Safe will also pull oil out of a concrete floor!
Slurry Destroyer
You now get the power of a strong acid without any of the hazards with Slurry Destroyer, this amazing cleaner utilises state of the art surfactant technology and a small molecular size to penetrate deep inside the pores of residual concrete to react within. It is this unique formulation that makes it ideal for cleaning and maintaining the below:
Equipment
Vehicles
Tools
This product does not contain muriatic, sulfuric, phosphoric, hydrofluoric or hydrochloric acids. Because of its less corrosive nature this product can be used on most metals , painted and plastic surfaces without any concern of etching or damage.
Use the following procedures and precautions for best results:
Apply Slurry Destroyer with a low pressure foam applicator.
Allow 15-30 minutes dwell time for maximum penetration.
Reapply if the surfaces becomes dry, keep the surface wet during cleaning.
When the surface begins to blister or pinhole, scrape to confirm the softness of residue.
Power wash surface to remove concrete residue.
Reapply and repeat for heavy build up. Approximately 1/8” - 1/4” removed each time.
Slurry Dry
SlurryDry is a non-hazardous and environmentally super absorbent used in industry to solidify slurries into landfill accepted solids. SlurryDry absorbs 200-300 times its weight in high pH waste water forming a stable, non-flowing solid from concrete slurry that is easy to manage and dispose of. Our non leaching formula will also accelerate evaporation in the landfill.
SlurryDry only adds 1-2% to waste volume for decreased hauling costs and solidifies immediately reducing process time. SlurryDry will help pass the landfill PFLT, will help waste pass TCLP Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (EPA Method 1311) and helps pass EPA 9095B paint filter test for compliant landfill disposal.
Use the following procedures and precautions for best results:
Add 1 lb of SlurryDry for each 5-10 gallons of slurry. If excess water has been removed, dosage is reduced.
Mix until all drying crystals have made contact in water to start absorption.
Add SlurryDry if a dryer consistency is desired.
Evaporation will reduce bulk weight over time through evaporation.
Please be aware that floor application can cause a slippery surface. It is best to use a Wet Vac for collection.
For concrete slurry processing vacuum slurry into a drum and deposit into containment drum or pit for solidification. Mix solidification agent into slurry at 1IB per 5-10 gallons, mix until solidified normally this will take less 5 minutes reaction time. Shovel into bin bags and deposit as normal construction waste.
Slurry Sep Flocking Agent
SlurrySep is a proprietary blend of bentonite clay, polymers and pH reducing acids and is designed for treatment of concrete slurry. The results are dramatic as solids quickly separate and condense on the bottom, leaving clean water for reuse or compliant discharge. SlurrySep replaces the high collection, handling, hauling and disposal costs incurred normally when dealing with concrete slurry. The rapid separation of suspended concrete in water allows the recycling of water or compliant disposal.
The chemical components of the SlurrySep adjust the pH of the water which enhances the precipitation of metals and breaks oil emulsions, the bertonite clay particles attract and encapsulate precipitated metallic ions. While the polymetric portion of the formulation attracts the remaining oils and suspended solids and forms a oc, which settles to the bottom of the treatment vessel. The bentonite clay and polymer work together to create a strong utterable floc, which will encapsulate and contain heavy metals while allowing the floc to readily release water resulting in condensed thickened sludge-like material. The entire process is completed in just a few minutes, resulting in clear water that can be discharged directly to a POTW or recycled.
The remaining sludge and its encapsulated contaminates are gighly resistant to leaching and is prepared to be solidfied for compliant land disposal.
All wastewater may not be compliant for land II disposal even after treatment methods due to hazardous levels of non-allowed contaminates. Waste water from plating shops and industrial chemical manufacturing facilities will require a wastewater analysis to determine the proper disposal method if applicable.
You may also add SlurryDry to the remaining thickened sludge material to dehydrate the remaining moisture and create a safe material for standard disposal that meets the requirements for the EPA 9095B Paint Filter Test for adequate moisture levels. SlurryDry’s main ingredient is EPA compliant as an acceptable non-biodegradable sorbent. SlurryDry adds further encapsulation of containment’s and its high resistant to leaching providing a cost effective method of safe disposal.