Storing aerosols safely in a warehouse
November 2021
Aerosols need to be stored carefully in a warehouse. Most aerosols contain a liquified flammable gas as a propellant. Therefore, if there is a fire they are likely to explode, causing damage to premises as well as endangering lives.
How should they be stored?
- They should never be stored near a heat source.
- You should limit the number stored in each fire-resisting compartment.
- They should also be stored separately from other goods to minimise the risk of spreading a fire.
How can we achieve this?
In short, by ensuring you have the right warehouse storage solutions in place. Storing aerosol products on industrial racking fitted with steel mesh cages is a good place to start.
Benefits of using mesh cages
- In the event of a fire, mesh cages fitted around the pallet racking will prevent the aerosol cans from being propelled across the warehouse and spreading the fire.
- The nature of the mesh means that the sprinkler system can still get through to extinguish the fire effectively.
Don’t delay, get in touch today!
Linear Storage Solutions offer a full design and build service for all types of storage racking. We have helped businesses located in Bournemouth, Poole, Portsmouth, Southampton and across the southern counties including Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset, West Sussex and Wiltshire. If you would like further information about racking solutions or would like us to provide a quote, please call us on 0800 917 1103 or email us.