Green Rhino EnviroPad 5.0 - M15 Medium 900 x 690 mm Spill Mat - 15L Oil Capacity

EnviroPad 5.0 M15 Medium Spill Mat

The EnviroPad 5.0 M15 is the mid-range format in the EnviroPad range, sized at 900 mm x 690 mm with a 15-litre oil capacity. It is the standard specification choice for medium plant: portable generators up to 20kVA, diesel-driven compressors, larger water pumps, and towed plant where the S6 footprint would not cover the full drip zone. Like every EnviroPad, the M15 uses patented Neutroilize Smart Fabric Technology to convert hydrocarbons into a non-leaching solid permanently locked inside the pad, rather than storing them as liquid in a tray or absorbent medium that will eventually leak. Gen 5.0 extends full compatibility to HVO and bio hydraulic fluids, making it the correct specification for sites that have transitioned plant fuel to low-carbon alternatives.

Why choose the EnviroPad 5.0 M15 Medium Spill Mat

• Permanent hydrocarbon solidification: Oils and fuels convert to solid rubber on contact , no draining, no squeezing out under load or during transport.

• Rainwater passes through, oil stays in: The mesh top wicks hydrocarbons inward whilst shedding clean water, eliminating the contaminated overflow problem that makes spill trays impractical on outdoor sites.

• Jet-washable without contaminant release: Surface mud and debris wash off cleanly. Solidified hydrocarbons remain permanently locked inside.

• Gen 5.0 HVO compatibility: Fully rated for HVO and bio hydraulic fluids alongside diesel, petrol, and motor oil.

• No secondary containment required: No bunded tray, no liner, no sidewalls needed for incidental drip scenarios.

• Handles tracked plant traffic: Constructed to withstand being driven over by excavators and other tracked vehicles without releasing captured contaminants.

• King's Award for Enterprise Innovation 2025: The UK's most prestigious business recognition, alongside Construction News Best Product Innovation 2024.

What you receive

1 x Green Rhino EnviroPad 5.0 M15 Medium Spill Mat (900 mm x 690 mm).

 Specifications

Compatibility

Who is this for?

The EnviroPad 5.0 M15 is specified by site managers, plant operators, and environmental coordinators on construction, utilities, rail, and civils projects where medium plant is in regular operation. At 900 mm x 690 mm, it covers the footprint of portable generators up to 20kVA, diesel compressors, larger water pumps, and similar equipment where the S6 would not provide adequate coverage. It is equally suited to refuelling points serving multiple small items of plant where a single larger mat is more practical than several smaller ones.

Typical applications

• Placed beneath a portable generator during continuous site operations, particularly on sites near watercourses or permeable ground

• Deployed at dedicated refuelling points for medium plant and towed equipment

• Used under diesel-driven compressors during extended pneumatic tool operations

• Positioned beneath larger water pumps during dewatering on civils and groundworks projects

• Kept as a permanent provision at the plant parking area on sites running multiple items of motor-driven equipment

• Specified on Considerate Constructors Scheme sites as part of a documented environmental management plan

• Used under tower lights during overnight or extended shift operations

How to use

1. Position the M15 on level ground directly beneath the equipment, label side up.

2. Ensure the pad extends beyond the drip zone on all sides where practicable.

3. Begin operations as normal. No activation or preparation is required.

4. The smart polymer core absorbs and solidifies hydrocarbon contact progressively. The pad thickens as capacity is used.

5. Check remaining capacity by pressing the pad surface. Uniform thickening across the full area indicates the pad is approaching its 15-litre limit.

6. Move or store the pad normally. Solidified hydrocarbons will not drain onto hands, clothing, or vehicle floors.

7. Jet wash if surface mud or debris accumulates. No contaminants will flush out.

8. Dispose of a saturated pad in a normal hazardous waste bin. No special COSHH handling required.

Safety

• For incidental drips and refuelling spills only. A bunded area with minimum 110% capacity is required where a catastrophic spill is foreseeable.

• Wear nitrile gloves when handling a used pad in the early stages of saturation.

• Store unused pads flat, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.

• Do not use for AdBlue, chemical, or solvent spills. Hydrocarbon use only.

Maintenance

Inspect at the start of each shift by pressing the surface to gauge polymer thickness. Replace when thickening is uniform across the full 900 x 690 mm area. Jet wash to remove surface debris as needed — this will not reduce remaining capacity. Store clean unused pads flat in original packaging. Keep one spare per item of plant for immediate replacement after disposal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What size plant is the M15 suited to?

 A: The 900 mm x 690 mm footprint covers portable generators up to approximately 20kVA, medium diesel compressors, larger water pumps, and similar equipment. If the plant footprint exceeds this, or if the equipment is operating at a fixed refuelling point serving multiple items, the L31 Large at 1370 mm x 910 mm is the more appropriate specification.

Q: What is the difference between the M15 and the S6?

 A: The M15 is 900 mm x 690 mm with a 15-litre oil capacity. The S6 is 610 mm x 460 mm with a 6-litre capacity. Both use identical Neutroilize Smart Fabric Technology and Gen 5.0 HVO compatibility. The choice is determined by the footprint and anticipated leak volume of the equipment being covered.

Q: Does the M15 work with HVO-fuelled plant?

 A: Yes. Gen 5.0 is specifically formulated to capture and solidify hydrotreated vegetable oil alongside diesel, petrol, motor oil, and bio hydraulic fluids. If your site has transitioned to HVO, the M15 provides compliant spill control without requiring a separate product.

Q: Can the M15 be left deployed under plant during vehicle movements on site?

 A: Yes. The EnviroPad is constructed to withstand being driven over by tracked vehicles including excavators. It does not need to be removed for plant access, which removes a significant source of handling errors on busy sites.

Q: Why does the M15 not need sidewalls or a liner?

 A: Because the spill is solidified rather than stored as liquid, there is no risk of it running off the edge of the pad or leaking through the base. Sidewalls and liners exist to contain liquid — they are unnecessary when the liquid is converted to solid rubber on contact.

Q: How does the M15 compare to a spill tray of equivalent size?

 A: A spill tray of equivalent footprint collects liquid hydrocarbons mixed with rainwater, creating a volume of contaminated water that must either be disposed of as hazardous waste or — more commonly on site — tipped onto the ground. The M15 solidifies hydrocarbons permanently and sheds rainwater cleanly, generating no liquid waste and requiring no ongoing management beyond periodic capacity checks.

Q: What does the King's Award for Enterprise Innovation mean for a procurement team?

A: The King's Award for Enterprise Innovation is the UK's most prestigious business award and is assessed by an independent panel on the basis of genuine commercial innovation. For procurement teams working under framework ESG requirements or Considerate Constructors obligations, specifying a King's Award-winning product provides an independently verified quality and innovation signal that supports pre-qualification and tender documentation.

Q: How should a saturated M15 be disposed of?

 A: In your normal hazardous waste bin. The solidified hydrocarbons are non-leaching and carry no special COSHH requirements. This is significantly simpler and cheaper than disposing of liquid-retaining products, which must be handled as hazardous liquid waste.

Q: Is the M15 suitable for refuelling areas serving multiple items of plant?

 A: Yes, provided the total anticipated spill volume from an incidental refuelling event does not exceed 15 litres. For busier refuelling points or where multiple items of plant are refuelled simultaneously, the L31 Large or XL50 X Large provides greater capacity headroom and a larger footprint.

Q: Why specify the EnviroPad M15 through CMT Group?

  A: CMT Group has supplied construction sites across the UK and holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, CHAS Elite, SSIP, and BSIF Registered Safety Supplier accreditations. Most of our products have same or next day delivery, so orders placed before 7pm online are despatched for next working day delivery, with VIP dedicated delivery available UK-wide within 2 to 3 hours for urgent requirements. For projects requiring ongoing supply, CMT's EDGE procurement portal provides agreed contract pricing, role-based spending controls, and full document management including proof of deliveries and invoices.