Our Process: Oil in Water Separation Service

Step-by-Step Guide: Picking Up Contaminated Oil and Separating the Water

Contaminated oil poses a significant challenge to businesses and industries, but with the right process, it can be safely collected, treated, and even recycled. At STC, we follow a meticulous, environmentally friendly process to handle contaminated oil, ensuring that both the environment and our clients benefit from safe and responsible waste management. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of picking up contaminated oil and separating the water.

Step 1: Assessment and Scheduling
The first step in handling contaminated oil is to assess the situation. Our team will discuss the volume, type of contamination, and the location of the oil to determine the necessary equipment and transportation methods. Once the assessment is complete, we schedule a convenient pickup time that minimizes disruption to your operations.

Step 2: Safe Collection and Transport
Our trained technicians arrive on-site with specialized equipment designed for safe and efficient oil collection. We use vacuum trucks equipped with secure storage tanks to extract contaminated oil directly from holding tanks, drums, or spills. To ensure environmental safety, we follow stringent protocols for spill containment and secure transport.

Step 3: Transport to Processing Facility
Once collected, the contaminated oil is transported to our certified processing facility. During transport, all necessary documentation is completed to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Our trucks are carefully monitored to prevent leaks or spills, and we maintain full accountability for every gallon transported.

Step 4: Pre-Treatment Inspection
Before processing, the collected oil undergoes an initial inspection to determine the extent of contamination and the ratio of oil to water. This helps us select the most suitable separation and treatment methods. Common contaminants include water, sludge, dirt, and chemical residues.

Step 5: Water Separation Process
The contaminated oil is fed into a centrifuge or oil-water separator.

Step 6: Filtration and Purification
After separation, the oil is filtered to remove remaining solids and impurities. Depending on the level of contamination, additional treatment processes may include:

• Dehydration: Removing any residual moisture.
• Filtering: Eliminating fine particles and sludge.
• Chemical Treatment: Neutralizing hazardous residues.

Step 7: Water Treatment
The extracted water is treated to meet environmental standards before disposal or reuse. This often involves pH adjustment, filtration, and purification to eliminate harmful substances, making it safe for discharge or recycling.

Step 8: Oil Recycling or Disposal
The purified oil is either sent for re-refinement to be reused as industrial lubricants or converted into alternative fuel. In cases where recycling is not feasible, the oil is responsibly disposed of according to regulatory guidelines.

Step 9: Documentation and Reporting
Once the process is complete, we provide detailed documentation to our clients, including waste manifests and certificates of disposal or recycling. This ensures compliance with environmental regulations and offers peace of mind to our customers.

Why Choose STC?

Our comprehensive, step-by-step process ensures that contaminated oil is handled responsibly and safely.

Contact us today to learn more about our contaminated oil pickup and water separation services. Let us help you manage your waste safely and efficiently!