Rubber or Polyurethane Floor Bunding?
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends the use of bunding for the storage of all liquids except rainwater. Floor bunding provides a semi-permanent and economical way of containing potential spills in hazardous and liquid storage areas. Rubber and polyurethane floor bunding is cost-effective and can be custom cut to size. Both of these floor bunding solutions are popular, but which is better? In this article we cover both options to help you decide.
Can I drive over bunding?
Yes you can – but there is a caveat. Rubber and polyurethane bunding can occasionally be driven over by vehicles and forklifts (with pneumatic tyres). Regular traffic however will result in wear and tear, compromising the bunding’s structural integrity. Also note that the steeper ‘hump’ of rubber adds strain to the bunding as it is driven over. If your work environment will see constant heavy traffic, you should consider aluminium floor bunding as a heavy duty option.
Which floor bunding is the most durable?
Rubber bunding is non-porous and does offer resistance to chemicals, but is susceptible to oil degradation. On the other hand, Megabund polyurethane bunding provides superior chemical resistance, making it ideal for storing acids and alkalis. Megabund is also longer lasting than rubber floor bunding for a couple of reasons;
- As a material, polyurethane is typically more durable than rubber. Polyurethane is a popular choice in many industrial applications that are subject to stress and stretching.
- The Megabund polyurethane bunding is also solid – making it better equipped to deal with compressions from continuous vehicle traffic.
Our polyurethane and rubber floor bunding is installed using Dynabolts and an adhesive sealant (such as Fulaprene). We’re often asked how much adhesive should be used for installation. We recommend one tube of Fulaprene for every 3 metres of floor bunding (approximately 100ml per metre). This amount of adhesive will ensure a watertight and leak-proof containment area.
Which is the safest type of floor bunding?
All floor bunding can provide adequate safety from liquid spills when used correctly. From a purely occupational health and safety (OHS) perspective, Megabund in yellow provides the highest visibility in low light conditions. For the safe storage of flammable liquids, we recommend using a bunding that’s impervious to fire, such as aluminium floor bunding.
How much floor bunding do I need?
Use our calculator to see how different floor bunding types will affect your total bunded volume.
If the total bunded volume is less than 110% of your largest liquid storage container, consider a higher profile floor bunding option or increasing the size of your bunded area.
For more information about the right floor bunding solution for your requirements, contact us on 1300 991 180 or email [email protected]
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Megabund Floor Bunding, Per Metre (w/ Dynabolts) 25mmH x 150mmWMegaBund Floor Bunding is a premium polyurethane extruded floor bunding for the containment of hazardous liquids. With excellent chemical resistance, MegaBund is a versatile chemical storage solution which can be used in a range of different applications. Flexible and low profile, the highly visibly yellow floor bunding is designed to reduce trip hazards and improve workplace safety, while being easily traversible by vehicles and forklifts. Stay compliant with Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3833:2007 and avoid EPA fines. The floor bunding is easy to cut into lengths to create a custom sized storage area, reducing cost and wastage. MegaBund is easy and stress free to install; it is manufactured with pre-moulded points for dynabolts and minimum tools are required. Each length of Megabund includes 10 Dynabolts. When purchasing tubes of Fulaprene Adhesive, we recommend approximately 1 tube of adhesive to 3 lengths of Megabund. Watch the video for a step-by-step guide.
Size: 25mmH x 150mmW x 1mL
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Megabund Floor Bunding, Corner Section (w/Dynabolts) 25mmH x 150mmWMegaBund Floor Bunding is a premium polyurethane extruded floor bunding for the containment of hazardous liquids. With excellent chemical resistance, MegaBund is a versatile chemical storage solution which can be used in a range of different applications. Flexible and low profile, the highly visibly yellow floor bunding is designed to reduce trip hazards and improve workplace safety, while being easily traversible by vehicles and forklifts.
Stay compliant with Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3833:2007 and avoid EPA fines. The floor bunding is easy to cut into lengths to create a custom sized storage area, reducing cost and wastage.
MegaBund is easy and stress free to install; it is manufactured with pre-moulded points for dynabolts and minimum tools are required. 6 Dynabolts are included in the purchase of each floor bunding length. When purchasing tubes of Fulaprene Adhesive, we recommend approximately 1 tube of adhesive to 3 lengths of Megabund. Watch the video for a step-by-step guide.
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Rubber Floor Bunding, Per Metre (w/ Dynabolts) 40H x 115W mmHeavy-duty Rubber Floor Bunding is ideal for a bunding and spill containment solution for areas subject to human and vehicle traffic. Perfect for bunding around pallet racking, wash bays, fuel dispensing areas and oil storage facilities.
The bunding contains or redirects hazardous spills without the need for major construction or assembly. Made from non-porous, rubber with excellent chemical resistance and includes DynaBolts for installation.
Size: 40mm high x 115mm wide
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Aluminium Floor Bunding – 30mmH x 185mmW x 1200mmLAluminium Floor Bunding is a unique product ideal for hazardous liquid containment in accordance with Australian safety legislation AS 1940-2004. It can be used to contain and divert liquids such as acids, coolants, corrosives, fuels and water, to prevent the environment becoming polluted. It is also non-magnetic and non-sparking, making it ideal as a spill containment method where explosive vapor mixtures are present. This robust floor bunding is made from marine grade 6005-T65 extruded aluminium, withstanding frequent and heavy traffic over a long period of time. The aluminium bunding is suitable for vehicles such as Class 2 RAV B-Doubles and heavy duty container forklifts. The standard aluminium bund lengths are 1200mm. With a longer life span, this is a great alternative to concrete bund at a fraction of the cost. It won’t crack, chip or degrade over time so you can avoid expensive replacement costs. The installation kit includes pre-drilled bund sections, DynaBolts, and Fulaprene sealant. The 30mm height provides bunding capacity while the profile maximises clearance and allows easy vehicle passage with minimal driver discomfort. The grooved surface provides traction as the vehicle passes over the low profile bund. Aluminium Floor Bunding is perfect for use in applications such as: Wash bays, Fuel depots, Liquid storage areas, Parking facilities, Warehouses.
Size: 1200L x 185W x 30H (mm)
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Fulaprene 303 Building Adhesive – Grey 300ml CartridgeFulaPrene 303 is a neoprene based adhesive sealant ideal for securing Stratex floor bunding to a variety of surfaces, ensuring a watertight seal.
FulaPrene 303 will adhere to a wide range of substrates including many difficult plastics and rubbers, and can be used in numerous common construction applications. We recommend using one tube of FulaPrene for every three metres of floor bunding.
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Megabund Floor Bunding – Per Metre (w/ Dynabolts) 32mmH x 200mmWMegaBund Floor Bunding is a premium polyurethane extruded floor bunding for the containment of hazardous liquids. With excellent chemical resistance, MegaBund is a versatile chemical storage solution which can be used in a range of different applications. Flexible and low profile, the highly visible yellow floor bunding is designed to reduce trip hazards and improve workplace safety, while being easily traversible by vehicles and forklifts.
Stay compliant with Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3833:2007 and avoid EPA fines. The floor bunding is easy to cut into lengths to create a custom sized storage area, reducing cost and wastage.
MegaBund is easy and stress free to install; it is manufactured with pre-moulded points for dynabolts and minimum tools are required. 6 Dynabolts are included in the purchase of each floor bunding length. When purchasing tubes of Fulaprene Adhesive, we recommend approximately 1 tube of adhesive to 3 lengths of Megabund. Watch the video for a step-by-step guide.
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Megabund Floor Bunding – Corner Section (w/Dynabolts) 32mmH x 200mmWMegaBund Floor Bunding is a premium polyurethane extruded floor bunding for the containment of hazardous liquids. With excellent chemical resistance, MegaBund is a versatile chemical storage solution which can be used in a range of different applications. Flexible and low profile, the highly visibly yellow floor bunding is designed to reduce trip hazards and improve workplace safety, while being easily traversible by vehicles and forklifts.
Stay compliant with Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3833:2007 and avoid EPA fines. The floor bunding is easy to cut into lengths to create a custom sized storage area, reducing cost and wastage.
MegaBund is easy and stress free to install; it is manufactured with pre-moulded points for dynabolts and minimum tools are required. 6 Dynabolts are included in the purchase of each floor bunding length. When purchasing tubes of Fulaprene Adhesive, we recommend approximately 1 tube of adhesive to 3 lengths of Megabund. Watch the video for a step-by-step guide.
