Green Rhino EnviroPad 5.0 - XXL80 XX Large 2180 x 1370 mm Spill Mat - 80L Oil Capacity

 Specifications

Compatibility

Who is this for?

The EnviroPad 5.0 XXL80 is specified by site managers, environmental managers, and plant supervisors on major construction, infrastructure, utilities, and energy projects where the largest plant or highest-volume spill scenarios require the maximum available mat coverage and capacity. At 2180 mm x 1370 mm, it is the correct format for applications where every other EnviroPad size would either fall short on footprint coverage or require replacement too frequently. It is particularly relevant to utilities and energy contractors managing transformer bund positions, and to principal contractors operating large fuel bowsers or generator trailers on multi-shift projects.

Typical applications

• Deployed beneath site transformers and transformer bases where hydraulic fluid containment is a primary environmental compliance requirement

• Positioned beneath large towed fuel bowsers at permanent or semi-permanent refuelling stations on infrastructure projects

• Used under large generator trailers running continuous multi-shift operations on major civil engineering contracts

• Placed at high-throughput refuelling bays serving multiple large items of plant simultaneously where the XL50 footprint would not cover the full service area

• Specified on utilities, energy, and rail projects where Environmental Management Plans are subject to regular client and third-party environmental audit

• Deployed beneath static large-format plant on tunnelling, marine, and heavy civils projects where replacement access is restricted

• Used as the primary spill control mat at the fuel store on major sites where a dedicated store operative manages the refuelling operation

How to use

1. Position the XXL80 on level ground beneath the equipment or at the refuelling station, label side up. The carry handles indicate orientation and assist with positioning a mat of this size.

2. Ensure the full 2180 mm x 1370 mm footprint covers the drip zone. For fuel bowsers or generator trailers, align the mat along the long axis of the equipment.

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

4. Inspect capacity by pressing the surface firmly across multiple points along the full length and width of the pad. At 2180 mm x 1370 mm, saturation may develop unevenly depending on the distribution of drip points.

5. Replace when any section of the pad has thickened uniformly to twice its original depth, not only when the full pad area has reached that point.

6. Use both carry handles when folding and moving a used pad of this size. Solidified hydrocarbons will not drain during handling.

7. Jet wash surface debris as needed without concern for contaminant release.

8. Dispose of in a normal hazardous waste bin. Fold the pad before disposal to reduce volume.

Safety

• For incidental drips and refuelling spills only. Where catastrophic spill volumes are foreseeable, a bunded area with minimum 110% of the largest container at risk is required alongside the mat.

• Wear nitrile gloves when handling used pads.

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

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

• At 2180 mm x 1370 mm, this pad requires two people to position and move safely in a deployed state.

Maintenance

On sites where the XXL80 is deployed beneath continuous-operation plant, inspect daily across the full surface by pressing at regular intervals along the length and width. Saturation is likely to develop first in the area directly below the primary drip source. Replace when any section of approximately 500 mm x 500 mm shows uniform firm resistance, indicating local polymer saturation. Do not wait for full pad saturation before replacing on high-utilisation deployments. Jet wash surface debris periodically to maintain effective hydrocarbon wicking across the full surface. Store clean unused pads flat. Given the size of this pad, keep one spare on site at all times to avoid any gap in coverage between replacement cycles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What applications specifically require the XXL80 rather than the XL50?

 A: Three situations consistently call for the XXL80 rather than the XL50. First, transformer bund positions where the transformer base footprint exceeds 1370 mm in length. Second, fuel bowsers and generator trailers where the elongated format of the XXL80 provides full coverage along the machine's long axis. Third, high-throughput refuelling bays where the XL50's 50-litre capacity would require replacement more than twice per week, making the 80-litre XXL80 a more practical choice.

Q: Is the XXL80 the right choice for a transformer spill control position?

 A: Yes. The XXL80 is one of the most commonly specified EnviroPad sizes for transformer positions on utilities and energy projects. The elongated format matches the footprint of most distribution transformers, and the 80-litre capacity provides adequate headroom for the hydraulic fluid volumes involved in a foreseeable minor leak. For transformer positions where a larger bunded area is specified by the client or EMP, the XXL80 can be used as the inner mat layer within that bunded area.

Q: How does the XXL80 compare to using two XL50 mats end to end?

 A: The XXL80 provides a single continuous solidification surface with no gap between sections. Two XL50 mats placed end to end leave a seam where a drip landing between the mats will reach the ground. The XXL80 eliminates this gap entirely, providing uninterrupted coverage across the full 2180 mm length without any positioning or alignment requirement.

Q: Does the XXL80 work with transformer hydraulic oil?

 A: Yes. The Neutroilize smart polymer blend is formulated for mineral hydraulic oils as well as bio hydraulic alternatives, both of which are used in transformer cooling and operating systems. Gen 5.0 also covers HVO, diesel, petrol, and motor oil.

Q: How do I check remaining capacity on a pad this size?

 A: Press the surface firmly at multiple points across the full 2180 mm x 1370 mm area. The smart polymer swells to approximately twice its original depth as it absorbs hydrocarbons. On a transformer position or refuelling bay, saturation typically develops beneath the primary leak point first. Replace when any area of approximately 500 mm x 500 mm shows uniform firm resistance, rather than waiting for the full pad to reach saturation.

Q: Can the XXL80 be used outdoors in all weather conditions?

 A: Yes. The EnviroPad is specifically designed for outdoor site use. The mesh top surface sheds rainwater freely whilst wicking hydrocarbons inward to unused polymer beneath. The pad will not fill with water during rainfall, will not lose captured hydrocarbons if jet washed, and maintains its performance across the full range of UK site weather conditions.

Q: Does specifying the XXL80 satisfy transformer bund requirements under environmental legislation?

 A: The XXL80 is appropriate for incidental leak scenarios at transformer positions. It does not substitute for a formal bunded area where one is required by the site's Environmental Management Plan, Planning Conditions, or Environment Agency guidance. In many cases, the XXL80 is used as the inner mat layer within a bunded transformer enclosure, providing the solidification layer whilst the bund provides the secondary containment capacity. Always check site-specific EMP requirements.

Q: How should a saturated XXL80 be disposed of?

 A: Fold the pad along its length using both carry handles, then place in a normal hazardous waste bin. No special COSHH handling is required. At this size, two operatives should handle the folding and disposal process. Because hydrocarbons are solidified and non-leaching, there is no risk of the folded pad contaminating the surrounding area during disposal.

Q: Is the XXL80 available for next day delivery through CMT Group?

 A: Yes. Orders placed by 7pm online are despatched for next working day delivery to UK mainland addresses via CMT's own FORS Silver accredited fleet of over 100 vehicles, with live tracking and SMS notification before delivery. For sites with urgent requirements, VIP dedicated delivery anywhere in the UK is available within two to three hours on a dedicated vehicle dispatched within 30 minutes of order confirmation.

Q: Why order the XXL80 through CMT Group rather than directly from Green Rhino?

 A: CMT Group holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, CHAS Elite, and SSIP accreditations and is a Crown Commercial Service Supplier and BSIF Registered Safety Supplier. For framework buyers managing environmental consumables across multiple sites, CMT's EDGE procurement portal provides agreed contract pricing, project-level spend controls, Punchout, EDI, and API integrations, and full delivery documentation. Bulk pricing is available.