Portable Bunds - Ideal for quick or temporary spill containment

What is a portable bund?

A portable bund is a form of secondary spill containment designed to capture liquid if a container, machine or piece of equipment develops a leak.

The raised sides create a contained area that helps prevent oil, fuel, chemicals and other liquids from spreading across the surrounding floor or ground.

Portable bunds are particularly useful when you need temporary or movable containment. They can be stored when not in use and transported to another location when required.

This makes them a great alternative to permanent bunding for many industrial and commercial applications.

Where can portable spill bunds be used?

Portable containment bunds can be used across a wide variety of industries.

Typical applications include:

• temporary storage of drums and liquid containers
• secondary containment around IBCs
• generators
• plant and machinery
• vehicle servicing
• construction sites
• warehouses
• temporary chemical storage areas
• outdoor maintenance
• emergency spill containment.

Larger vehicle and equipment bunds provide additional containment space when a conventional spill pallet or smaller bund is not suitable.

Flexible PVC containment bunds

Our portable containment bunds are manufactured from vinyl or PVC material, depending on the product.

Their flexible construction makes them easier to store and transport than many permanent containment systems. They can also be assembled quickly when spill containment is needed.

Selected models use hinged brackets or fastening systems to support the sides while the bund is in use.

The material used across the range offers compatibility with hydrocarbons and a broad range of chemicals. Always check chemical compatibility before placing a particular liquid inside a containment bund.

If you are unsure whether a bund is suitable for the substance you are storing or handling, our team can provide further information.

Portable bunds for vehicles and equipment

Spills are not limited to drums and IBCs. Vehicles, generators, machinery and other equipment can also leak oils, fuels, coolants and other fluids.

Our larger vehicle and equipment bunds provide a portable containment area that can be placed beneath equipment where there is a risk of leaks or spills.

These larger bunds are particularly useful for temporary worksites, maintenance operations and locations where equipment regularly moves from one area to another.

Because the bund can be packed away or moved when it is no longer required, it provides greater flexibility than constructing permanent containment at every location.

Portable bunds or spill pallets?

Portable bunds and spill pallets both provide secondary containment, but they are suited to different situations.

A rigid spill pallet is often the best choice when drums or IBCs will remain in a fixed storage location for long periods.

A portable bund may be more suitable when:

• containment needs to move between locations;
• machinery or vehicles need to enter the contained area;
• temporary containment is required;
• the equipment is too large for a conventional spill pallet; or
• the bund needs to be packed away after use.

For some sites, using both spill pallets and portable containment bunds can provide the most practical approach.

Choosing the right portable containment bund

The correct bund will depend on what you intend to contain and how the bund will be used.

Before choosing a product, consider:

Bund dimensions

Check the length and width of the containers, machinery or equipment that will be placed inside the bund. Allow enough room for safe loading, unloading and use.

Containment capacity

The bund must provide enough capacity for the liquids being stored or handled. Required secondary containment capacity can vary depending on the type, quantity and number of containers involved.

Liquid compatibility

Check that the bund material is compatible with the oil, fuel, chemical or other liquid you intend to contain.

Location

Consider the surface on which the bund will be positioned. Sharp objects and rough ground should be avoided because they may damage flexible containment materials.

Access

If machinery, equipment or vehicles need to enter and leave the bund regularly, choose a design and size that provides suitable access.

Why is secondary containment important?

Leaks and spills can create safety hazards, damage property and allow pollutants to reach drains, soil or watercourses.

Secondary containment provides an additional barrier around a container or potential spill source. If the primary container fails, the bund is designed to capture the escaping liquid rather than allowing it to spread into the surrounding area.

Businesses storing oils or other potentially polluting liquids should ensure that their containment arrangements are suitable for the substances being stored and meet any regulations that apply to their site and application.

Portable bund sizes for different applications

ITP Packaging supplies portable bunds in a range of dimensions, allowing you to choose a containment area to suit smaller containers, IBCs, industrial equipment and vehicles.

Our range includes compact portable PVC containment bunds as well as much larger equipment bunds extending to over 15 metres in length.

This means portable containment can be used for everything from relatively small workplace spill risks to large machinery and vehicle applications.

Browse the products above to compare dimensions, specifications and containment capacities.

Need help choosing a portable bund?

Choosing the right portable spill bund depends on the liquid involved, the required capacity and the equipment or containers you need to protect.

If you’re unsure which product is most suitable, speak to the ITP Packaging team.

We can help you compare portable bund sizes, containment capacities and material compatibility so you can choose a practical solution for your application.