Alpha Technologies Spill Control Barrier System - Manual (Page 3)

Alpha Industrial Power Spill Control Barrier System
Installation Manual Page 2 of 25
1. Introduction
1.1 The Battery Acid Spill Control Barrier without floor coating is intended to
contain battery electrolyte in the event of a spill or leak from a stationary
lead-acid battery. The Spill Control Barrier surrounds the battery rack with a
4 inch steel enclosure. It is bonded permanently to the floor with Acidsafe
Adhesive Gel and sealed against leakage. The Battery Acid Spill Control
Barrier with floor coating also includes Acidsafe Floor Coating, which covers
the entire floor surface within the enclosure and protects the floor from the
corrosive effects of battery acid. Both the Coating and Adhesive are based
on modified novolac epoxy resins with polyamine curatives and have been
tested to be impervious to 70% sulfuric acid in continuous immersion and up to
98% sulfuric acid in splash and spill exposure. The system may be installed
around existing battery racks without removal of the batteries and without
interruption of facility operations.
1.2 The highly adaptable design of the system allows configuration to suit a
wide range of battery room layouts. This manual covers all of the procedures
necessary in most anticipated battery room applications. If a specific
application is encountered that is not addressed in this manual, contact
Alpha Industrial Power at 678-475-3995 for additional information of
supplementary procedures
1.3 Neutra-Mats (part number 5NMB0010) inside the containment area absorb
and neutralize the acid immediately upon exposure thus greatly reducing the
risk of personal injury and structural damage or contamination. The mats are
placed side by side to completely cover the floor beneath the racks. A single
Neutra-Mat will fully absorb and neutralize one quart of battery electrolyte (pH
between 7.0- 9.0). Each individual Neutra-Mat may be quickly and easily
replaced as necessary. Additionally, Neutra-Mats turn pink upon exposure to
acid, indicating a leak and the need for replacement. If Neutra-Mats were not
ordered for this installation, they may be obtained from Alpha Industrial
Power.
1.4 Despite the Spill Control Barrier and Coating’s strength and durability, failure
to conscientiously follow these instructions may result in inadequate
coverage, performance, or protection. Carefully read and understand the entire
instruction manual before beginning assembly.