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The definitive guide to chemical bunding in the water industry

October 23, 2019

For businesses involved in water and wastewater treatment, bunding is an essential element in preventing leakage of stored chemicals and protecting the environment. This white paper will explain the necessity for chemical bunds, examine the choices available and highlight the responsibilities of businesses toward their provision and maintenance. It will conclude with advice on how to achieve certainty with respect to bund selection. It focuses specifically on chemical storage bunds in the water industry. Rules on bunding in the chemical manufacturing or petrochemical sectors, for instance, may be different in some key respects.

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The definitive guide to chemical bunding in the water industry