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High-performance absorbent pads made in the UK from recycled natural fibres. EVO pads provide a practical alternative to conventional polypropylene absorbents for workshops, factories, maintenance teams, vehicles and everyday spill control.
A more sustainable approach to everyday spill control
EVO absorbent pads are manufactured from a high proportion of recycled natural fibres. They combine strong liquid retention with a soft, high-loft construction that draws liquids into the body of the pad.
Unlike loose absorbent granules, a pad can be placed directly beneath a leak or laid over a spill. Once saturated, it can be lifted away without the sweeping, dust and scattered residue associated with many loose absorbents.
The pads are particularly useful where a business wants dependable absorbency while reducing its reliance on absorbents manufactured entirely from virgin plastic-based materials.
Why choose EVO recycled absorbent pads?
EVO pads combine effective spill control with convenient handling and a recycled-fibre construction.
Recycled fibre construction
The pads make productive use of recycled natural fibres, providing an alternative to conventional absorbents made wholly from polypropylene.
High liquid retention
Liquids are drawn into the thick fibre structure, helping the pad retain absorbed fluid while it is being lifted and transferred for disposal.
Low-lint performance
The soft, low-lint construction makes EVO pads suitable for maintenance benches, machinery areas and general industrial housekeeping.
Efficient pad usage
Strong wicking spreads liquid through the absorbent material, helping users make fuller use of each pad before replacement.
What liquids can EVO pads absorb?
EVO pads are intended principally for common workplace leaks, drips and spills. Always check the liquid and its safety data before beginning a clean-up.
Oils and lubricants
Suitable for many engine oils, hydraulic oils, lubricating oils, gear oils and similar workshop fluids.
Fuels and solvents
Can be used for appropriate quantities of fuels, spirits, thinners and compatible solvent-based liquids.
Coolants and water-based fluids
Useful for many coolants, antifreeze mixtures, water and routine non-hazardous maintenance liquids.
Mild process liquids
Some mild acids and other compatible process fluids may be absorbed, subject to a suitable chemical assessment.
Important chemical limitation
Standard EVO natural fibre pads should not be treated as specialist hazardous-chemical absorbents. Do not use them with strong acids, strong alkalis or an unidentified liquid. For aggressive or unknown chemicals, select dedicated chemical absorbent pads and follow your workplace spill procedure.
Where are EVO absorbent pads used?
Their combination of absorbency, convenient handling and recycled materials makes EVO pads useful across many working environments.
Workshops and garages
Place beneath vehicles, machinery, gearboxes, hydraulic equipment and service areas to collect oil, coolant and fuel drips.
Manufacturing facilities
Keep pads close to production machinery, maintenance stations, pumps, hoses and fluid-transfer points.
Warehouses and distribution
Respond to leaks from handling equipment, stored containers, delivery vehicles and maintenance operations.
Fleet and mobile servicing
Compact packs and dispenser boxes can be carried in service vans, recovery vehicles and mobile maintenance units.
Engineering benches
The soft, low-lint material can protect work surfaces while components are being serviced, drained or cleaned.
Drum and container storage
Use standard pads or shaped drum toppers to collect recurring drips around pumps, taps, funnels and dispensing points.
EVO natural fibre pads or polypropylene pads?
Both materials have useful roles. The right choice depends on the liquid, location and response method.
| Consideration | EVO natural fibre pads | Conventional polypropylene pads |
|---|---|---|
| Primary material | Recycled natural fibre blend | Synthetic polypropylene fibre |
| Typical use | Routine industrial leaks, drips and compatible spills | General, oil-only or chemical use, depending on pad type |
| Feel and structure | Soft, thick and high loft | Usually thinner with a uniform meltblown structure |
| Environmental consideration | Uses a high proportion of recycled fibre | Commonly manufactured from plastic-based material |
| Use on water | Oil-preferential, but prolonged exposure to water should be avoided where oil-selective performance is required | Dedicated oil-only polypropylene pads are normally preferred for extended use on water |
| Aggressive chemicals | Not suitable for strong acids or alkalis | Use a dedicated chemical-grade polypropylene absorbent |
Choose the right EVO pad format
EVO absorbents are supplied in several formats for storage, transport, bench work and recurring leak control.
Standard pad packs
A practical choice for spill stations, maintenance stores and general workplace use.
Smaller packs can also suit vehicles, tool stores and occasional users.
Dispenser boxes
Keep clean pads contained, organised and ready to pull from the box when needed.
Carry handles make the box convenient for workshops and mobile maintenance teams.
Drum topper pads
Shaped pads sit on standard drum tops to collect liquid around pumps, taps, funnels and dispensing equipment.
Pad and tray packs
Combine an absorbent pad with physical containment for recurring drips beneath machinery, containers and workshop equipment.
How to use EVO absorbent pads
Follow your workplace spill plan and use appropriate personal protective equipment for the liquid involved.
Identify the liquid
Confirm what has leaked and check its safety data. Do not approach an unidentified or hazardous spill without suitable training.
Stop the source when safe
Close a valve, upright the container or isolate equipment only where this can be done safely and without spreading the spill.
Place pads over the liquid
Lay the pads onto the spill or position them beneath the leak. Allow time for the liquid to wick into the fibre structure.
Collect and dispose responsibly
Lift saturated pads carefully, place them into a suitable waste bag or container and dispose of them according to the absorbed liquid and applicable waste controls.
Frequently asked questions
Are EVO pads general-purpose absorbent pads?
They can absorb a broad range of common industrial liquids, including oils, fuels, coolants and many water-based fluids. However, they show a preference for oil and hydrocarbons, so they are often described as oil-preferential rather than simply universal.
Can EVO pads be used outdoors?
They may be used outdoors for suitable spills, but weather and prolonged contact with water can affect their performance. For continuing oil recovery from open water, a dedicated oil-only absorbent may be more appropriate.
Are EVO pads suitable for chemical spills?
They may be compatible with some mild liquids, but they are not intended for strong acids, strong alkalis or unidentified chemicals. Use dedicated chemical absorbent pads where aggressive chemicals are present.
Can EVO pads be left permanently beneath a leak?
Pads should be inspected and replaced before they become saturated. For persistent leaks, combine the absorbent with a correctly sized drip tray and repair the source as soon as practicable.
How should used EVO pads be disposed of?
Disposal depends on the substance absorbed. Segregate used pads, prevent leakage from the waste container and follow the safety data and your waste contractor's guidance.
Find the right EVO pads for your workplace
Choose from standard packs, convenient dispenser boxes, drum toppers and pad-and-tray combinations. For help matching an absorbent to your liquid, application or expected spill volume, contact our UK spill-control team.
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