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Spills: The Technology Revolutionising Oil & Fuel Spills

The Technology Revolutionising Hydrocarbon Spills

Does your Equipment Leak Oil? Working with fuels, hydraulic fluids and motor oil can get […]

Storage: Hazardous Goods Do's & Don'ts

The Do’s and Don’ts of Hazardous Goods

The storage of hazardous goods is full of guidelines, regulations and requirements. These can seem […]

Safety: How to Prepare for an EPA Visit

How to Prepare for an EPA Visit

Local councils and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are out inspecting Australian workplaces, farms, homes […]

Spills: Spill Control Training Program

Spill Control Training Program

If an emergency liquid spill were to happen at work, would your staff know what […]

Spills: What Makes DefendaWipes Special?

What Makes DefendaWipes Special?

There’s wipes, and then there’s DefendaWipes – our range of wipes developed specifically for heavy […]

Spills: A Spill Kit for Non-emergencies

A Spill Kit for Non-emergencies

When there’s a spill at work, raiding your spill kits for absorbent pads and wipes […]

Safety: Filtering Sediment from Floodwater

Filtering Sediment from Floodwater

My worksite is flooded, now what? Anyone in the business of building knows that rain […]

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Case Study: Anti-Fog Safety Glasses

When it comes to eye protection, safety glasses are essential PPE, protecting against debris impact […]

Spills: Transporting Transformers

Transporting Transformers

Today we’re looking at Transformer Spill Kit Bags and why they’re essential for handling, transporting […]

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The Power of Glove

At Stratex we’ve been producing gloves since we first started in 2009. We’ve continued to […]

Spills: What is Peat?

What is Peat?

Peat is a popular spill absorbent, but how much do you know about it? Read […]

Safety Coconuts for Coir Logs

Why are Coir Logs so Popular?

Australia’s fondness for coir logs is showing no signs of slowing as demand outstrips supply. […]

Floor Bunding: Polyurethane or Rubber?

Rubber or Polyurethane Floor Bunding?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends the use of bunding for the storage of all […]

Safety GuardDog Damsock

What is the GuardDog DamSock?

The GuardDog DamSock is a sustainable silt sock alternative that filters contaminated stormwater runoff, trapping […]

Safety: Is your Site EPA Ready?

Is your Site EPA Ready?

In May 2021, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued $383,167 in fines during their Get […]

STX-254 Wipes vs Rags

Are Wipes or Rags Better?

Let’s face it, wipes and rags are pretty similar. From soaking up spills to wiping […]

STX-239 Bunding for Compliance

Bunding for Environmental Compliance

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is out in force inspecting workplaces, and we want to […]

STX-248 GaurdDog Magnetic Mounts

A Low-Impact Drain Protection Alternative

The GuardDog Drain Filter is protecting drains on many of Australia’s most important infrastructure projects. […]

GuardDog Performance: Do Drain Filters Work?

How Well Do Drain Filters Really Work?

As new EPA laws come into effect, Australian businesses are reviewing their environmental protection measures […]

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ISO Certification

Stratex Becomes ISO Certified We are pleased to announce that Stratex has gained ISO certifications […]

Know about P2 Face Masks

Know About P2 Respirators

Are P2 and N95 Masks the Same? Yes. A P2 rating is widely considered to […]

Storage: Hazardous Goods

Hazardous Goods Storage

Hazardous goods such as flammable liquids or corrosive chemicals can pose a risk to people, […]

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Drain Protection Solutions Whitepaper

I believe that environmental protection starts with the choices we make as individuals. These choices […]

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What do new EPA Laws mean for your Business?

From July 1, 2021 Victorian businesses and industry will be subject to new pollution management […]

Stratex Spill Kit Stocktake

Spill Kit Stocktake Tool

Would your staff be prepared if a spill were to happen? Spill kits are good […]

Storage: Do I Need Bunding?

What is Bunding & Do I Need it?

Bunding, also colloquially known as a bund, is a spill containment system which forms a […]

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Dealing with Concrete Washout Waste

Cleaning concrete pumps and trucks after each job is crucial. Improper cleaning protocols can result […]

Spills: Marine Spill Control

Dealing with Marine Spills

If a single litre of oil can contaminate a million litres of seawater, imagine the […]

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Top 5 Ways to Prevent Drain Pollution

Does your day job involve minimising environmental impacts? It’s an important responsibility that requires extensive […]

Spills: FAQ What Size Spill Kit

FAQs: Spill Kit Size Types

From portable to permanent, spill kits can be as versatile as you need them to […]

Spills: How to Clean up Oil & Fuel Spills in Rain

Oil & Fuel Spills in Rain

Whether you’re contracted to clean up spills, maintain roads or attend to an accident, how […]

Spills: Wipe your Way to a Safer Workplace

DefendaWipes: Wipe Your Way

If your day job involves working with fluids, spills are bound to happen. Being able […]

News: Stratex Upsizes in QLD

Expanding Our QLD Operations

Stratex Upsizes – Queensland Branch Relocation Stratex, Australian owned and operated leader in environmental and […]

Head to Head: Silt Socks vs. GuardDog Drain Filters

Silt Socks vs. GuardDog Drain Filter

Welcome to the construction site battle to determine the drain protection champion! In the red […]

Safety: Which Sediment Control Method

Which Sediment Control Method?

Effective sediment control measures on your worksite can prevent sand, soil and cement from entering […]

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Ultimate Drain Protection – GuardDog Filter Traps Hydrocarbons & Sediment

Protecting box, v-grate and side entry drains from sediment runoff is an ongoing challenge for […]

Spills: If in Doubt Lay Yellow Out

If in Doubt, Lay Yellow Out

In nature, the colour yellow can signify a poisonous animal. We often use yellow for […]

Spills: Why Wipes are First Aid for Spills

Why Wipes are First Aid for Spills

When we have a spill in the kitchen, paper towel is often the first thing […]

Respond by Filtering Contaminated Stormwater

An Innovative Filtration Solution

Sediment & Oil Contaminated Stormwater Rain can wreak havoc on construction sites. Dirty boots tracking […]

Spills: How to Neutralise Chemical Spills

How-to: Neutralise Chemical Spills

Handling Acid & Alkali Spills These spills don’t just happen in laboratories – Many household […]

Spills: Do I Need a Spill Kit?

Do I need a Spill Kit?

If you work in an industry that handles or stores any liquids with a potential […]

HVO Spill Trailors

Project: Custom Spill Trailers for Hunter Valley Coal Mine

Customised Spill Trailers, Hunter Valley Coal Mine Large working areas such as ports, mining and […]

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How to Maintain Safe Hydration Stations

Hydration Station Checklist If workers aren’t properly hydrated it can pose serious risks to their […]

Safety: How to Recognise Dehydration

Recognising Dehydration for a Safe Work Site

Recognising Dehydration Symptoms Having well hydrated teams minimises risks and accidents in the workplace.  Hydration […]

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Top 5 Tips to Avoid Dehydration on your Site

Top 5 Tips to Avoid Dehydration on your Site Dehydration can have a huge impact […]

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The 4 Step Hydration Audit

4 Step Hydration Audit To reduce dehydration and fatigue in your workers, conduct a hydration […]

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Causes of Worksite Dehydration

Causes of Worksite Dehydration Heat exposure is a common cause of worker dehydration and there […]

Concrete Waste Article

What you need to know about managing concrete washout waste on your site

What you need to know about managing concrete washout waste on your site What is […]

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Absorbing 80 tonnes of oil in disaster at Solomon Islands UNESCO World Heritage Site

Absorbing 80 tonnes of oil in disaster at Solomon Islands UNESCO World Heritage Site On […]

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How to clean up oil in wet conditions

Introducing Spilltration absorbents – exclusive to Stratex. If you’re an emergency response team cleaning up […]

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Project: Does your site meet safety standards?

How do you know if your site meets safety standards? We received a call from […]

Mainfreight Floor Bunding Install

Project: Floor Bunding Install at Mainfreight Warehouse

Mainfreight Floor Bunding Install, Queensland We were recently contacted by the Branch Manager at Mainfreight, […]

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New oil absorbent set to revolutionise clean ups in the rain

Stratex releases innovative absorbent to Australian market; material selectively absorbs oil and filters clean water […]

Concrete Washout Bag FAQ

FAQ – Concrete Washout Bags

CONCRETE WASHOUT BAGS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is concrete washout waste? On nearly all construction […]

Operation Drought Relief

Operation Drought Relief

Operation Drought Relief Providing drought relief to farmers and their families The Rapid Relief Team, […]

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Spill Response Trailer

Customise your own Spill Response Trailer to suit your site. Ports, mines, construction sites and […]

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Parks Victoria

Stratex has worked with Parks Victoria to provide 50 x 120L Emergency Spill Kits and […]

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Stratex Tasmania

New Stratex tasmanian location at 27 Derwent Park Road, Moonah TAS 7009 Stratex’s Tasmanian premises has […]

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