Key Attributes
- Drop and Activate: Comes complete with SorbEater, nutrients, and bag—ready to deploy in liquid.
- Hydrophobic Properties: Floats indefinitely on water, perfect for spills in bilges, swamps, and grease traps.
- Eco-Friendly: Made from 85% recycled materials, 100% biodegradable, and prevents harmful peat moss mining.
- Non-Leaching: Holds absorbed substances securely due to its unique cellular structure.
- Safe for Sensitive Areas: Inert and safe to use even in ecologically sensitive environments.
- Rapid Absorption: Quick wicking action for efficient cleanup.
- Reusable: Can be compressed to recover oil and reused; at end of life, can be turned into clean-burning fuel.
- Wildlife Aid: Donated to help clean oiled seabirds, improving recovery rates with less stress.
Why SorbEater™
- Top-Tier Absorption: Highest oil recovery ratio among absorbents.
- Versatile Applications: Effective with petrol, diesel, brake fluid, transformer oil, and more.
- Superior Floatation: Unlike others, it never sinks.
- Sustainable: Diverts waste from landfills and protects wetlands.
- Cost-Effective: Reduces the amount of absorbent needed and lowers disposal costs.
Applications
- Waterborne oil spills (oceans, rivers, lakes)
- Industrial spills (petroleum products, crude, jet fuel)
- Emergency response (solvents, paints, hazardous liquids)
- Food and medical industries (blood, molasses, oils)
- Automotive/mechanical (brake and hydraulic fluids)
- Water treatment (bilges, separation tanks)
- Environmental remediation projects
SorbEater™ in Action
1. The Initial Crisis
This image captures the initial crisis—a significant oil spill has occurred at a depot. The oil, dark and slick, is spreading rapidly across the concrete ground. The sheer volume of the spill exemplifies the potential environmental and operational hazards associated with such accidents.
2. The Response
Depot staff are seen actively responding to the spill by scattering SorbEater granules over the affected area. Given SorbEater’s unique properties, the synthetic super-absorbent begins to effectively contain and absorb the oil, turning a shiny, slippery hazard into a manageable solid state.
3. The Results
The aftermath of the crisis is portrayed in this image. What was once a liquid oil spill is now transformed into solid waste thanks to SorbEater. Workers are seen using shovels to pick up the SorbEater-laden oil, which now resembles dark dirt or sediment. The focus here is on responsible disposal. The fact that this waste can be safely and efficiently managed—and even potentially reused as a fuel source or for other applications—underscores the dual benefits of SorbEater: immediate spill response and long-term environmental consideration.
Product Range
- 25 Litre Bags: For moderate spills and quick response.
- Bulk: For industrial use or high-risk areas.
- Containment Socks & Booms: For larger spills and water protection.
- Pillows: Great for confined space cleanups.
- Pads: Ideal for small spills or preventive use.
- Other Sorbents: Custom formats available for specific needs.