Camel: Hazardous Spill Containment FAQ
Q. In what sizes are the Camel hazardous spill containment systems available?
A. Polystar makes the Camel in widths of 12’, 14’, or 16’ and any length in multiples of 5’. The walls can be either 6” or 8” high.
Q. What type of substrate should the Camel hazardous spill containment system sit on?
A. The recommended substrate is concrete, but as long as the surface is flat and compacted the Camel can be utilized. The substrate must be capable of supporting the system and its load without deflection.
Q. How long does it take to install a Camel hazardous spill containment system?
A. A Camel 14’x 40’ can be installed in less than a day. It is ready for use within 24 hours.
Q. How do you handle rainwater?
A. Depending on the hazardous material, the Camel hazardous spill containment system has an optional filter box available with peat filter to handle hydrocarbons. Any other chemical can be drained from the drain port to a waste water tank or sump area.
Q. What do you do about snow removal?
A. Snow can be handled with snow melt or a snow blower. You cannot use a steel bladed snow plow on the Camel hazardous spill containment system.
Q. What if the volume of the vehicle being contained is greater than the volume of the Camel?
A. Excess release can be drained to a sump (Poly Tub) or tank from existing drain ports. Another solution is to connect systems together to increase volumes.
Q. What is the expected life expectancy of a Camel?
A. Polystar has been in business for 17 years and our systems have been in service for that long. We estimate a 30 year lifespan if not longer.
Q. What is the clearance required for entering the Camel?
A. The wall of the Camel stands either 6” or 8” high. Entrance and exit ramps are provided. A 7 ½” clearance is required for a 6” wall and a 9 ½” clearance is required for an 8” wall.
Q. How soon can I get a Camel delivered?
A. Polystar prides itself on a quick turn-around. Depending on the size of the order we can usually accommodate shipping in 30 working days. Call Polystar at 1.800.275.3453 for more time sensitive projects.
Q. Can I connect two pads together to increase containment volume?
A. Yes. We have connected pads for several customers to increase the volume of containment.
Q. Why wouldn’t I pour concrete instead?
A. Our Camel hazardous spill containment system doesn’t crack or become impregnated with hydrocarbons over time. Not only will it outlast concrete, but it is also able to be relocated. In most cases, we are less expensive and do not require any excavation.
Q. Will I compromise the wall integrity if we drive over the side walls?
A. Yes. The Camel is a wood core system, unlike the Tri-Star it cannot tolerate a vehicle driving over the side walls without any damage. It is however, a cost saving solution when compared to the Tri-Star Secondary Containment System.
Need more information about our Camel hazardous spill containment systems? Contact us today or call 1.800.275.3453.
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