Plug & Dike - Emergency Sealing Compound
Granular compound for temporary sealing of holes, cracks and leaks in drums, tanks and containers, recommended to support emergency containment and liquid transfer actions.
Resale product sold by Mantas Brasil for inclusion in spill response solutions, environmental emergency kits and strategic containment points.
Illustrative image of the resale product sold by Mantas Brasil to support emergency response.
What is Plug & Dike?
The Plug & Dike is an emergency sealing compound supplied as a granular solid, used to assist in the temporary containment of leaks in damaged containers.
Its application aims to reduce or temporarily stop the leak, allowing the responsible team to isolate the area, transfer the liquid, replace the container or arrange appropriate disposal of the material.
Recommended applications
Recommended for situations where a leak needs to be temporarily contained until appropriate corrective and safety measures are carried out.
Punctured or leaking drums
Tanks with minor damage
Damaged industrial containers
Chemical storage areas
Environmental emergency operations
Strategic containment points
Emergency and spill response kits
Support for liquid transfer operations
Product technical data
| Product | Plug N Dike / Plug & Dike |
|---|---|
| Type | Granular compound for temporary emergency sealing |
| Physical form | Solid - granular powder |
| Color | Light gray / white |
| Main composition | Bentonite mixture |
| Composition according to the SDS | Bentonite mixture: 95% to 99%; acrylic polymer: 0,1% to 1,0%; diatomite: 0,1% to 1,0%; polyethylene glycol: less than 0,001%. |
| Relative density | 2,5 |
| Solubility in water | Negligible |
| Commercial weight stated in the previous content | 1 kg |
| Capacity stated in the previous content | According to the available commercial specification, it seals holes up to 15 cm and cracks up to 2.5 cm by 30 cm. |
| Approximate pressure stated in the previous content | Commercial reference: approximately 1 meter of water column or 1,5 PSI. |
| Supplier listed in the SDS | Ambipar Eco Products S/A |
| SDS standard | ABNT NBR 14725:2023 |
| SDS issue date | 01/11/2024 |
| Sales | Resale product sold by Mantas Brasil. |
Operational benefits
Safety, handling and storage
According to the Safety Data Sheet, the product requires precautions for handling, storage and disposal. The team must use the recommended PPE, avoid ingestion, avoid dust formation and inhalation, avoid contact with eyes and skin, and follow the operation's internal safety procedures.
Transport and the environment
Not classified as hazardous under transport regulations. Acute aquatic hazard: not classified. Chronic aquatic hazard: not classified.
Avoid release into the environment, prevent entry into storm drains or watercourses, and dispose of in accordance with applicable legislation through an authorized company when necessary.
First aid and emergency
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show the packaging or label. In case of eye contact, rinse with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
In case of skin contact, remove contaminated clothing and wash with plenty of water. If dust inhalation causes respiratory discomfort, move the person to a ventilated area. Emergency telephone number listed in the SDS: .
Technical caution
Product intended for temporary emergency use. After initial containment, internal procedures for safety, isolation, liquid transfer, disposal and replacement of the damaged container must be followed according to the type of liquid involved. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet before use.
Resale product
This item is sold by Mantas Brasil as a resale product to support environmental emergency operations. Mantas Brasil supplies solutions for spill containment, absorption and mitigation, and can provide guidance on kit contents and response points according to the customer's operational risk.
Need to set up a spill response point?
Talk to the Mantas Brasil team to put together kits, strategic containment points and environmental emergency solutions according to your operation's risk profile.