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Improving Safety, Efficiency & Compliance in Bulk Chemical Operations

SafeRack provides safety and access solutions for chemical plants, refineries, and bulk transport facilities. Our durable, OSHA-compliant equipment and expert support help protect workers, streamline loading and unloading processes, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

  • Fall Hazards: Elevated platforms, tankers, and railcars require reliable fall protection solutions.
  • Chemical Handling Risks: Safe transfer systems prevent spills and reduce exposure to hazardous materials.
  • Corrosive & Hazardous Material Containment: Secure platforms and spill containment help manage dangerous chemicals.
  • Environmental Compliance: Equipment designed to meet EPA, OSHA, and industry-specific safety standards.
  • Operational Downtime: Modular access systems reduce installation time, keeping operations running smoothly.
  • Multi-Product Loading Challenges: Adjustable loading platforms accommodate different chemical transport configurations for safer, more efficient transfers.
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Bulk Chemical
Acetic Acid

Acetic Acid handling design & loading

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Acetic Anhydride

Acetic Anhydride handling design & loading

Acetonitrile

Acetonitrile handling design & loading

Acrolein

Acrolein handling design & loading

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Acrylic Acid

Acrylic Acid handling design & loading

Acrylic Acid
Acrylonitrile

Acrylonitrile handling design & loading

Aluminum Chloride

Aluminum Chloride handling design & loading

UN1726-Aluminum-Chloride-Placard
Aluminum Sulfate

Aluminum Sulfate handling design & loading

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Ammonia

Ammonia handling design & loading

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Ammonium Hydroxide

Ammonium Hydroxide handling design & loading

Ammonium Hydroxide
Ammonium Nitrate

Ammonium Nitrate handling design & loading

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Aniline

Aniline handling design & loading

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Benzene

Benzene handling design & loading

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Benzyl Chloride

Benzyl Chloride handling design & loading

Bromotrifluoro methane

Bromotrifluoromethane handling design & loading

Butadiene

Butadiene handling design & loading

Carbon Dioxide

Carbon Dioxide handling design & loading

Caustic

Caustic handling design & loading

Chlorine

Chlorine handling design & loading

Chloroform

Chloroform handling design & loading

Chlorosulfonic Acid

Chlorosulfonic Acid handling design & loading

DMH

Dimethylformamide handling design & loading

Diethylene Glycol

Diethylene Glycol handling design & loading

Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid

Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid handling design & loading

Ethanol

Ethanol handling design & loading

Ethyl Acetate

Ethyl Acetate handling design & loading

Ethyl Chloride

Ethyl Chloride handling design & loading

Ethylene

Ethylene handling design & loading

UN1040-Ethylene-Oxide-Placard
Ethylene Dichloride

Ethylene Dichloride handling design & loading

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Ethylene Oxide

Ethylene Oxide handling design & loading

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Ethylene Glycol

Ethylene Glycol handling design & loading

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Ferric Chloride

Ferric Chloride handling design & loading

Ferrous Chloride

Ferrous Chloride handling design & loading

Hexane

Hexane handling design & loading

Hydrochloric Acid

Hydrochloric Acid handling design & loading

Hydrofluoric Acid

Hydrofluoric Acid handling design & loading

Hydrofluorosilicic Acid

Hydrofluorosilicic Acid handling design & loading

Hydrogen Cyanide

Hydrogen Cyanide handling design & loading

UN1051-Hydrogen-Cyanide-Placard
Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen Peroxide handling design & loading

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Hypochlorous Acid

Hypochlorous Acid handling design & loading

Isopropyl Acetate

Isopropyl Acetate handling design & loading

Liquid Argon

Liquid Argon handling design & loading

Liquid Nitrogen

Liquid Nitrogen handling design & loading

Liquid Oxygen

Liquid Oxygen handling design & loading

Maleic Anhydride

Maleic Anhydride handling design & loading

Methanol

Methanol handling design & loading

Methyl Chloride

Methyl Chloride handling design & loading

Methyl Isocyanate

Methyl Isocyanate handling design & loading

Methyl Ethyl Ketone

Methyl Ethyl Ketone handling design & loading

Methyl Methacrylate

Methyl Methacrylate handling design & loading

Molten Sulphur

Molten Sulphur handling design & loading

MDI

MDI handling design & loading

Nitric Acid

Nitric Acid handling design & loading

Oleum

Oleum handling design & loading

Phenol

Phenol handling design & loading

Phosphoric Acid

Phosphoric Acid handling design & loading

Phosphorus Oxychloride

Phosphorus Oxychloride handling design & loading

UN1810-Phosphorus-Oxychloride-Placard
Phosphorus Trichloride

Phosphorus Trichloride handling design & loading

UN1809-Phosphorus-Trichloride-Placard
Polypropylene

Polypropylene handling design & loading

Polypropylene-1077 Placard
Renewable Diesel

Renewable Diesel handling design & loading

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Sodium Cyanide

Sodium Cyanide handling design & loading

Sodium Hypochlorite

Sodium Hypochlorite handling design & loading

Sodium hydroxide

Sodium hydroxide handling design & loading

Styrene Monomer

Styrene Monomer handling design & loading

Sulfuric Acid

Sulfuric Acid handling design & loading

Sulfur Dioxide

Sulfur Dioxide handling design & loading

Titanium Tetrachloride

Titanium Tetrachloride handling design & loading

Toluene

Toluene handling design & loading

Toluene Diisocyanate

Toluene Diisocyanate handling design & loading

Turpentine

Turpentine handling design & loading

UAN

UAN handling design & loading

UREA

UREA handling design & loading

Urea nitrate 20 Water UN1357
Vinyl Acetate

Vinyl Acetate handling design & loading

Vinyl Acetate
Vinyl Chloride

Vinyl Chloride handling design & loading

Xylene

Xylene handling design & loading

Zinc Chloride

Zinc Chloride handling design & loading

Bulk Chemical Products

Safety Swing Gates

YellowGate – The Original Universal Self Closing Safety Gate

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Loading Dock Stairs

Prefabricated IBC, ADA, or OSHA Loading Dock Steps

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Skids

Transloading Skids

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Mobile Work Platforms

The MP Series is a highly mobile work platform designed to bring the workspace and stability of a fixed platform to a rolling stair mobile unit.

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Signs and Signals

Signs and Signals

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Railcar Chocks/Blocks

SafeRack’s railcar wheel chocks provide fast blocking of all types of railcars

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Lighting

Lighting

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Drench Showers

Emergency Drench Showers and Safety Eyewash Stations

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Pipe Racks

Prefabricated Pipe Racks Constructed Faster and Easier Than Ever Before

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Metering

Metering

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Overfill Protection

Overfill Protection

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Grounding/Earthing

Grounding/Earthing

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Beam Trolley & Lifeline

Fall Arrest Systems for Horizontal Mobility at Heights

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Safety Gates

Safety Gates

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Drum & IBC Spill Pallets

Drum & IBC Spill Pallets

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Truck Spill Containment

Truck Spill Containment

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Railcar Track Pans

Railcar Track Pans

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Top Loading Arms

Top Loading Arms

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Safety Cages

Safety Cages

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Portable Access Platforms

SafeRack’s MAUI mobile access units provide secure, adjustable stair solutions for safely accessing elevated truck and railcar work areas, even in the most challenging environments.

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Transloading Skids

Transloading Skids

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MaxRack Elevated Platforms

Powered elevating platform system for accessing railcars and trucks

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Ship & Fixed Ladders

Fixed ladder and steep inclined ship ladders for areas where standard stair length runs are not feasible.

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Crossover Stairs

Crossover Stairs

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Industrial Access Stairs

Prefabricated industrial stairs and access platforms offer safe, durable, and expandable access with quick, no-fabrication installation.

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Truck & Railcar Gangways

SafeRack Truck & Railcar Gangways

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FAQ

How do SafeRack’s bulk chemical loading solutions improve worker safety?

SafeRack’s OSHA-compliant loading platforms, gangways, and fall protection systems are designed to minimize fall risks and exposure during bulk chemical loading and unloading. With features like self-leveling gangways, safety cages, and spill containment systems, our solutions ensure safe access while protecting workers from hazardous materials.

Can SafeRack’s equipment handle corrosive and hazardous chemicals?

Yes, SafeRack’s loading systems are built with chemical-resistant materials such as marine-grade aluminum and stainless steel to withstand exposure to corrosive and hazardous substances. Our solutions are designed to safely transfer acids, solvents, fuels, and other bulk chemicals while maintaining environmental compliance.

How does SafeRack help prevent chemical spills and leaks?

SafeRack offers integrated spill containment systems, including track pans, drip pans, and spill berms, to capture leaks and prevent hazardous materials from contaminating the environment. Our grounding and bonding systems also reduce the risk of static discharge, further protecting workers and the facility during chemical transfer operations.

Does SafeRack offer grounding and bonding solutions for bulk chemical loading?

Absolutely. SafeRack’s vehicle grounding and bonding systems ensure a secure connection before product flow begins, helping to prevent static discharge—a leading cause of fires and explosions in chemical handling. These systems are essential for maintaining OSHA and NFPA compliance during bulk chemical loading and unloading.

Can SafeRack customize loading and fall protection systems for specific chemical applications?

Yes, SafeRack provides customized loading solutions tailored to the specific needs of chemical plants, refineries, and bulk transport facilities. Our experts can design systems that incorporate specialized gangways, spill containment, and fall protection to meet your unique operational and safety requirements.

Projects

North America’s largest loading terminal

As one of the primary railcar loading points, Hardisty is one of the major crude oil hubs in North America and a major origination point of pipelines that export to the United States. SCS was asked to supply and construct a SafeRack crude oil loadout terminal spanning nearly half a mile. The USD Hardisty terminal can load up to two 120-railcar unit trains per day and consists of a fixed loading rack with 62 railcar loading positions enclosed, separate control, operator, and mechanical buildings, as well as a unit train staging area and loop tracks capable of holding multiple unit trains simultaneously. SCS also supplied and installed boom-supported loading arms with supply and vapor management systems.


Why SafeRack?

The SafeRack approach is a collaborative one. Let’s call it The SafeRack Way. We have, over many years amassed a great deal of experience and understanding of the safety aspects involved in loading road tankers and railcars, as well as the behavioral habits of the operators.

Ensure Your Plant or Facility Stays Compliant with ANSI, OSHA, and Local Safety Codes — SafeRack Has You Covered!
Emergency Eyewash and Safety Showers
Staying Compliant with ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 – 2014

In the event of chemical exposure, immediate access to emergency eyewash stations and safety showers is critical to prevent permanent eye damage or chemical burns.

According to ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 – 2014, eyewash and drench showers must be:

  • Located within 10 seconds or 55 feet of hazardous materials
  • Positioned on the same horizontal plane with no obstructions
  • For bottom loading/unloading operations, an additional shower should be placed at grade level

SafeRack provides ANSI-compliant eyewash stations, drench showers, and additional safety equipment to help facilities maintain compliance and protect workers during bulk chemical loading and unloading operations.

OSHA Compliance Experts
Keeping Your Chemical Loading Systems Up to Standard

Is your chemical safety equipment and loading system fully compliant with the latest OSHA regulations? SafeRack’s experienced technical sales consultants can work directly with your team to evaluate your current setup and recommend solutions that meet or exceed OSHA’s evolving national and regional safety standards.

From lifeline and trolley beam fall arrest systems to metal stairs and access platforms, SafeRack offers comprehensive safety solutions to help your facility stay compliant, efficient and focused on worker protection.