Absorbent Pillows
Absorbent pillows are high‑capacity absorbent blocks designed to soak up larger volumes of liquid, manage persistent leaks, and absorb pooling liquid where pads and socks are not sufficient. They are ideal for placing under machinery, inside drip trays, beneath valves, and anywhere repeated leakage occurs.
Key Features
• High‑capacity absorbent design for larger spills • Ideal for pooling liquid, persistent leaks, and high‑volume drips • Perfect for drip trays, bunds, and containment areas • Suitable for confined spaces where socks won’t fit • Available in white (oil‑only), grey (universal), and yellow (chemical) • Essential for spill kits requiring high‑volume absorption
Liquids Handled
• Oil‑Only (White): Fuels, oils, hydrocarbons — floats and repels water
• Universal (Grey): Coolants, paints, detergents, water‑based liquids, food‑grade liquids
• Chemical (Yellow): Acids, alkalis, corrosives, unknown liquids
• For reactive chemicals, check SDS to confirm if neutralisation is required before use
Specifications
• Material: Polypropylene • Colour‑coded: White / Grey / Yellow • High‑capacity design: Holds significantly more liquid than pads
Absorbent pillows support HSWA and EPA requirements by helping workplaces contain and manage spills safely and effectively.
See WorkSafe NZ’s guidance on managing risk:
https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/managing-health-and-safety/managing-risks/
Absorbent Pillows - Oil/Hydrocarbon
Oil/Hydrocarbon SKU: CPILL004
Absorbent Pillows - General Purpose/Universal
General Purpose/Universal SKU: UPILL005
Absorbent Pillows - Chemical
Chemical SKU: CPILL003
Frequently Asked Questions:
Are absorbent pillows better then pads for large spills?
Yes — pillows hold significantly more liquid and are ideal for pooling or persistent leaks.
Can pillows be used on chemical spills?
Only yellow chemical pillows should be used on corrosives or unknown liquids. Check the SDS to see if the spill needs to be neutralised first. Grey pillows are not suitable for acids or alkalis.
Do oil‑only pillows float on water?
Yes — white oil‑only pillows float and absorb hydrocarbons while repelling water.
How many pillows do I need for a spill?
One pillow can replace several pads. Large spills may require multiple pillows or a combination of socks and pads.
How should used pillows be disposed of?
Dispose of according to the liquid absorbed and SDS guidance. Hydrocarbon‑soaked pillows = oily waste. Chemical‑soaked pillows = hazardous waste.
Related Spill Response Categories:
• Oil/Hydrocarbon Spill Kits — Kits designed for fuels, oils and hydrocarbons
• General Purpose / Universal Spill Kits — Kits for mixed, non‑aggressive liquids
• Chemical Spill Kits — Kits for aggressive and hazardous chemical spills
• Oil/Hydrocarbon–General Purpose / Universal Spill Kits — Kits covering both oils and general liquids
• Absorbent Products — Pads, socks, pillows, rolls, booms and particulate absorbents
Drain Protection — Drain mats, drain guards, and drain protectors
PPE for Spill Response — Gloves, glasses/goggles, disposable aprons and coveralls, P2 masks and respiratory protection
Secondary Containment — Spill decks, spill pallets, drive-over bunding, drum containment, and IBC solutions
DG Storage Cabinets — Approved flammable, toxic, oxidisers, aerosol and corrosive storage
Eyewash Solutions — Saline and buffer solutions for emergency eye flushing
Site Safety & Signage — Warning/danger/prohibited signs, DG signs and labels, Spill kit location signs, cones and retractable bars
Product Accessories — Clinical wipes, Spill kit bin lid covers, Non-Sparking shovels and more