DEFYING A CHEMICAL THAT “FINDS” LEAKS
Also known as caustic soda or liquid lye, sodium hydroxide is used to adjust pH in water and wastewater treatment and in the manufacture of chemicals, rayon, cellophane, pulp and paper, aluminum, detergents, soaps and a wide range of other products.
As for storage:
- Sodium hydroxide is a “slippery” chemical that tries to find leak paths.
- This chemical is extremely corrosive to tissue. It is also highly toxic if ingested.
- If sodium hydroxide is not kept at a specific temperature, it will crystallize and go solid.
A tank system and proper fittings from Technu can reduce your risk with this hazardous chemical.
The key to storing sodium hydroxide properly is strong, safe containment. Since the chemical is so corrosive, secondary containment is a must.
The tank’s high-density crosslinked polyethylene construction means greater strength. It is so strong, in fact, that Poly offers a warranty of five full years on all tanks.