FAQs

1. Spread a generous amount of Greensorb over a liquid spill.
2. Allow Greensorb to absorb the spill for 2-5 minutes.
3. Mix the Greensorb over the spill area using a broom or firm brush – use additional Greensorb as needed.
4. Sweep up the dry Greensorb material and place into container for reuse.
5. After multiple uses Greensorb will become & remain a dark brown color and is ready for disposal.
6. Follow all Company Standard Operating Procedures for spill waste disposal. If there are no formal S.O.P.’s then dispose of Greensorb as normal waste in accordance with all local, state and federal environmental regulations.

See Guidelines for Use.

Greensorb can be reused several times on different types of spills. In most practical applications, a “working” bucket containing the Greensorb is established for use on spills. Because the product can be reused/recycled, users are encouraged to utilize more product than may be necessary for a spill. This will extend the useful life of the Greensorb in the working bucket. Simply return the used product to the working bucket after cleaning for reuse on future spills. Once the product in the working bucket is fully used, it can be disposed of and replaced with new Greensorb, and your reuse procedure is established.

See Guidelines for Use.

The amount of reuse is determined by the type and quantity of spilled substance being cleaned. In testing, the same sample of Greensorb has been used on substances with a heavier viscosity, such as engine, compressor or heating oils and lubricants up to four times. Testing on clear fuels, such as gasoline, jet fuel or alcohol‐based solvents has resulted in samples being reused up to seven times. Greensorb can generally be used only once when cleaning different types of paint spills.

See Guidelines for Use.

Greensorb will turn a dark coffee color when it is fully used, indicating the need for disposal and replacement with fresh product.

See Guidelines for Use.

Greensorb is very effective on fresh paint spills, while the paint is in a liquid form. The first step is to apply Greensorb product by covering the spill generously, next, the user should allow a three minute “soaking” period, after which the product will need to be worked into the spill with scraping tool until the spill is lifted off tile, terrazzo or concrete floors. Repeat this process until the paint stain is removed.

For spills on wood floors, a whisk broom replaces the scraping tool, and the same process is used until no trace of the paint remains.

For paint spills on carpets, Greensorb can be poured over the spill and worked into the paint stain. With a vacuum cleaner, remove the paint‐soaked Greensorb and repeat the process until it is obvious that the paint left is dried and attached to the carpet fabric. Then apply small amounts of paint thinner to liquefy the stain, re‐apply Greensorb and work the product into the stain. Vacuum and repeat this process until the stain is removed.

Users should be very careful when working with oxidizing compounds. Yes, Greensorb is very effective to use on many types of oxidizers depending on the relative dilution or strength.

Yes, Greensorb is very effective on caustic spills such as Skydrol and other more commonly used hydraulic fluids.

The Greensorb Caddy is our industrial cart and mobile “spill kit” for larger spills. It is made of high-quality, durable, heavy-duty plastic. It conveniently includes a commercial telescoping broom and a light-duty shovel. The top of the unit has a large lid that covers the opening. This lid opens upward and allows the user to fill the unit with fresh Greensorb material. In this top opening there is a removable plastic screen tray. Typically users remove/replace the screen when filling new material into the unit. On one side of the unit is a placeholder for the telescoping broom that comes with the unit. On the other side is a holder for the shovel that comes with the unit. In the front and lower on the unit, there is an access opening to scoop the Greensorb material out of the Caddy using the shovel.

Users scoop a generous amount of Greensorb material with the shovel from the bottom access area of the unit to apply to a spill. Follow the Guidelines for Use. Once the spill is dry, the users will sweep up the Greensorb material and return it to the Caddy through the top opening for reuse. This is done by sweeping the Greensorb material into the shovel and putting it into the top of the unit through the screen. The screen will capture any large objects or debris in the used Greensorb material and allow it to fall into the Caddy. The partially used material will mix inside the Caddy with the new material and cause the used material to dry further. Continued use of Greensorb will eventually cause the material to become a dark brown color. After multiple uses Greensorb will become & remain a dark brown color and is ready for disposal (see Guidelines for Use).

Do not use Greensorb with Hydrofluoric acid. It is also cautioned that when reusing Greensorb material to be careful not to mix used Greensorb material with potentially multiple reactive liquids. For example, it is advised to reuse Greensorb material with the same type of liquids such as all oils or fuels.

It is recommended to follow all Company Standard Operating Procedures for spill waste disposal. If there are no formal S.O.P.’s then dispose of Greensorb as normal waste in accordance with all local, state and federal environmental regulations.

The Greensorb Caddy can hold up to 120lbs of material, and customers often will fill the unit with our GS-40lb size bag. Caution should be used when rolling the Caddy if it is filled with a large amount of Greensorb material.

Safegrade 320 is a neutral pH, non-toxic, non-flammable, and aqueous-based cleanser/ solvent in a concentrated form. It is comprised of sustainable, biobased ingredients and is readily biodegradable.

Surfaces should be pre-tested prior to use. SAFEGRADE-320 can be used full strength or diluted with water prior to use. The dilution will depend upon the type and amount of soil. Pre-test small areas to determine best dilution rate for each job. Less product is needed if factors such as temperature, dwell time, and/or scrubbing/agitation are increased. Apply by: hand/pump sprayer, or in pressure washer system (low volume mode) on surface to be cleaned. Let stand for a short period of time. Longer times may be required for heavier soils. Rinse with hose, power washer or steam cleaner. Repeat process as necessary.

1. Pour or spray Safegrade-320, full strength, over the stain.

2. Spread the Safegrade-320 evenly over the stain with a hard-bristle brush or broom and scrub into the stain.

3. Let the cleaner penetrate for 3-4 minutes so it can lift the stain.

4. Pour a generous amount of the Greensorb reusable absorbent over the area.

5. Spread Greensorb even over the stain with your broom or brush and scrub into the stain. Let it sit for 2-5 minutes.

6. Sweep up the Greensorb and replace into receptical for reuse.