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Rust Converter

If your line of work involves a lot of mechanical equipment, or simply a lot of metal, rust is a threat that you must constantly be on the look out for. If left unattended, corroded metal becomes an expensive and potentially very dangerous problem. Everyone knows this, and there’s a whole host of rust removal products out there to help you keep corrosion under control.

The problem is that most of these products take a short-sighted approach to the issue. Simply removing rust from a metal surface is a quick-fix solution. Looks nice and pretty when it’s done, but more often than not the rust will creep back over time, leaving you right back where you started. If you’ve painted the surface in the meantime, the reappearance of rust is an even bigger frustration.

Rust Converter does not simply remove rust from metal. As the name implies, this product converts rust, into a tough organic matrix that binds with the metal surface and inhibits further corrosion. Rust Converter actually turns rust into an anti-corrosive protector against further rust. In effect, trading an enemy for an ally. Not a bad deal, hey? Once Rust Converter has worked its magic, the surface is safe to paint, and you can sleep easy at night knowing that the rust is gone for good.

This product is equally effective on equipment, vehicles, sheds, storage tanks, pipelines and just about anywhere else that rust is a problem. It’s works especially well on heavily rusted and inaccessible surfaces that are unsuitable for conventional treatments. Anywhere you need to stop the rusting process and paint over it – look no further than Rust Converter.

Rust Converter is highly effective against a wide range of rust problems, and yet this product is entirely safe to use and gentle on the environment. Rust Converter contains no mineral acids, phosphates or solvents. It destroys and converts rust using only biodegradable ingredients that wash away safely and cause no ecological harm.

So next time you’ve got a rust situation to deal with, why bother removing the brown stuff with a harsh and toxic product that will only give you temporary results? Use Rust Converter to get rid of the corrosion once and for all, and reduce the environmental footprint of your business at the same time. For more information on how Envirosafe Solutions can assist you with rust control, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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Rubber Remover

If you’re working with forklifts, walker stackers, trolleys and the like, the build up of rubber deposits on your warehouse or factory floor is a constant problem you have to be on the look out for. It’s unsightly, all those dirty great black marks across what used to be a clean and shiny floor. But more importantly than that, it’s a potential OH&S issue. The last thing you need is one of your employees tripping up and injuring themselves, all because of a trip hazard from some black sticky stuff on the ground. An effective rubber removal agent is essential to keep the workplace clean, well-presented and, most importantly, safe.

You have to be careful though, about what sort of chemicals you’re splashing around. A lot of rubber removal products are based on petroleum solvents. Once they get into our waterways these chemicals are an environmental nightmare. They poison soil and water and kill precious marine life. And that’s only half the problem. Toxic chemicals threaten the health of you and your staff as well. Anything you clean your floor with is going to release vapours that will hang around in the air. Nasty solvent fumes are definitely not the sort of thing you want your employees breathing in – unless, of course, you want to see an enormous spike in sick leave. The people working for you are your most valuable asset, so you may as well treat them like it and look after their health.

Rubber Remover won’t give you any such headaches. It’s our green alternative and it’s guaranteed to produce the same cleaning results as other products, minus the negative impact. Rubber Remover is made of totally natural and biodegradable ingredients, which means you’re not harming the environment and you’re not risking the health of your employees.

What’s more, Rubber Remover is an absolute breeze to use. All you have to do is apply the product directly to your floor surface via an atomiser, agitate with a broom and then wait for five short minutes while the rubber deposits dissolve and disappear. Mop up the leftovers, give it a good rinse, then stand back and appreciate the sight of a sparkling clean floor. Simple as that.

Envirosafe Solutions makes your life at work easier. We give you the tools you need to keep your workplace clean, tidy and functional. And we let you sleep easy at night, knowing that for every Envirosafe product you use, you’re doing the planet a massive favour at the same time. If that isn’t value for money, we don’t know what is! For more information on how Envirosafe Solutions can help you with rubber removal, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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The Power of Orange Oil

Few people appreciate the wide-ranging powers of citrus fruits. The humble orange is more than a tasty snack; it’s the source of one of nature’s most powerful and versatile tools: Orange Oil. The sheer multitude of uses for this essential oil is staggering. It’s a key ingredient in anti-inflammatory, anti-depressant and anti-spasmodic drugs. It’s a disinfectant, a degreaser and a paint stripper. It’s even been suggested that Orange Oil has mild aphrodisiac qualities.[1] In short, it’s the superman of citrus oils.

Most of us know the pain of trying to clean up sticky stuff. Whether it’s chewing gum in the carpet, old glue marks on the wall, or a grease-laden engine part, there’s nearly always a huge amount of scrubbing and frustration involved. If you’ve never tried an orange oil product to assist with this type of cleaning, prepare to be amazed. Orange oil chemically reacts with other oils, in grease, paint, chewing gum and so on, causing these products to break down and wash away with ease.[2] It’s really quite incredible that such potent cleaning power can be found inside a piece of fruit.

And it doesn’t even stop there. Got an ant infestation problem in the house or office? Orange Oil will sort that out for you. Limonene, the active ingredient in Orange Oil, is a highly effective natural pesticide. It can kill entire colonies of ants without posing the slightest bit of dangers to humans. Limonene is also widely used as a mosquito repellent and a termite control solution.[3] Investing in an orange oil treatment may buy your wooden furniture years of extra life.

Yet another beauty of orange oil is the ease with which it’s produced. It’s readily available in orange peels and doesn’t require a high-tech extraction process. Getting the oil out of oranges and into usable products is a simple and low impact procedure, meaning using orange oil products is all benefit with next to no cost.

Orange Oil is a perfect example of our philosophy at Envirosafe Solutions: that for every harsh and toxic chemical that we use in our day to day lives, there is a clean, safe and equally effective alternative to be found in nature. Our mission is to find these natural alternatives and develop them into safe and effective industrial cleaning products. Because the power of nature is simply too great to ignore.

References:-

  1. http://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-orange-essential-oil.html
  2. http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4911910_orange-oil-cleaners-work.html
  3. http://gomestic.com/homemaking/10-unique-uses-for-orange-peel/
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Marine Glass Cleaner

Anyone who works in a marine environment knows that cleaning glass on a boat is a whole different kettle of fish, so to speak, to cleaning glass anywhere else. Constant exposure to saltwater spray leaves a tough residue on windows and glass surfaces – so tough that most conventional glass cleaning products are completely ineffective against it. If you’re exposed to salt, you need a specifically-designed glass cleaner to keep your windows clear.

Marine Glass Cleaner was formulated specially for the Australian Navy, to cut through salt residue on portholes and glass surfaces as quickly as possible. Your time is precious, and you don’t want to be spending hours scrubbing away at your boat when you’ve got more pressing business to attend to. Marine Glass Cleaner is a fast-acting solution that strips away salt and leaves your windows clear and sparkling, all in a matter of minutes.

And that’s not the end of the story. Marine Glass Cleaner actually produces a two-in-one cleaning effect. After removing salt residue from a window, this cleaner leaves a durable and protective coating on the glass. This causes sea spray to bead and run off the glass surface in future, reducing build up of salt deposits – meaning you need to clean your glass less rigorously and less often. So using Marine Glass Cleaner is actually a long term time and money saver.

This is a highly-targeted marine cleaning agent, but it’s by no means limited to use on boats. Any vehicle that comes in contact with saltwater will benefit from Marine Glass Cleaner. You can use this product with equal effect on motor vehicle windscreens and aircraft.

Like all Envirosafe products, Marine Glass Cleaner is totally biodegradable. Our oceans and rivers are a vital natural resource, and the source of livelihood for many Australians. So it doesn’t make a whole lot of sense to pollute the very water that we work on. Marine Glass Cleaner will break down  and disperse into the sea quickly and safely, posing no threat to the precious marine life below.

If marine craft are the backbone of your business, then it’s in your best interests to keep them clean. The corrosive power of salt is well-known, and you can’t afford to leave it unattended. Envirosafe Solutions provides a range of tough, specialised cleaning solutions to suit the unique working environments of Australia. We understand your needs, and we have the products to meet them. For more information on how Envirosafe Solutions can assist you with marine glass cleaning, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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Extreme Green Sanitiser/Mould Rid

Mould and mildew are unwelcome guests in the workplace. The green slimy or black stuff is a serious health  hazard for your employees. The presence of mould colonies is known to cause respiratory problems and allergic reactions, and big patches of slippery slime are an obvious OH&S issue. Mould is invasive, and once it gets into your dark and damp corners it can be an absolute nightmare to get rid of. You need to get on top of mould before it gets on top of you, and that means you need a powerful cleaner that kills the fungus and sanitises the surface area.

Extreme Green Sanitiser/Mould Rid is a tough mould removal agent that’s especially suited to hard surfaces, such as stone, masonry and brick – ideal for rugged Australian working conditions. This product doesn’t clean mould away temporarily – it kills it for good, using a specially engineered blend of chlorine, sulphates, alkalis and non-ionic surfactants. Extreme Green Sanitiser/Mould Rid is the all-in-one solution for keeping your toilets, showers and refuse areas clean and fungi-free.

A unique feature of this product is its ability to cling to vertical surfaces for extended periods of time. When you spray a conventional mould cleaner on to a vertical surface, it typically slides straight down the wall and into the drain, which means the product only comes into contact with the mould for a matter of seconds. Extreme Green Sanitiser/Mould Rid is different – it’s the Spiderman of mould cleaners. By virtue of its special chemical composition, this products attaches to the wall surface and stays there, working its powerful cleaning magic until you rinse it off. More contact time on a soiled and mouldy surface means better cleaning results. Simple.

The power of Extreme Green Sanitiser/Mould Rid is matched only by its simplicity of use. This is a free-rising cleaner that mixes readily with water, ensuring quick and effective results in all situations. Mould rid kills the green & black stuff and then washes away quickly and easily. Because this product contains no petro-solvents or harsh acids, it’s biodegradable and safe to dispose of in the waterways.

Envirosafe Solutions recognises the need for tough cleaning products to meet tough working conditions in Australia. Yet we also know that cleaning products need not harm the environment or  the user, which is why all our cleaning solutions are both 100% powerful and 100% safe when used as directed. For more information on how Envirosafe Solutions can assist you with mould removal, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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What does the Japan disaster mean for Australian mining?

Japan is struggling with its worst peacetime disaster on record. While the Japanese government and defence forces work desperately to contain the damage from the 9.0 magnitude earthquake, broad questions are emerging about the viability of nuclear energy.

Here in Australia, uncertainty reigns over what impact this tragedy will have on local industry – particularly the resources sector.

Japan is one of Australia’s principal commodity export markets. The country buys an estimated 2,500 tonnes of our uranium each year, making Japan our third biggest customer after the US and the European Union.

The future of this commercial relationship – and indeed of uranium mining in general – has been thrown into doubt by the nuclear crisis Japan. According to a March 14 report in the Wall Street Journal:

“Billions of dollars of uranium-mining investments in Australia could be at risk if explosions and radiation leaks at reactors in quake-hit Japan prompt governments to rethink plans to produce more nuclear power.”

Global confidence in nuclear power is wavering in the aftermath of events in Japan. In response to the crisis, the German government moved immediately to shut down some of its own ageing reactors – and a similar response from other major economies is possible.

Australian uranium stocks have taken a significant hit in the wake of Japan’s crisis. Uranium mining companies here, most notably BHP Billiton, are now faced with a serious dillema: to push ahead with planned new uranium developments, or place a freeze on uranium projects until the long-term implications of the Japan crisis are clear.

The ultimate impact of this disaster will not be known for some time, but one thing is clear: there is now a powerful new argument against nuclear energy. This tragedy in Japan will be a talking point in the debate for many years to come. The Australian Greens have been quick to seize on this news in their argument against nuclear energy.

There is some good news for Australian exports in amongst all this. Japanese demand for finished steel exports is forecasted to spike in the near future, as the country begins an enormous reconstruction effort that will likely last for many years.

Envirosafe Solutions is committed to sustainable industry that’s safe for our planet. This tragedy is a reminder of the need to invest in green technology to meet our power requirements for the future. We express our heartfelt condolences to the people of Japan at this difficult time.

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Extreme Green Porta-Loo Treatment

Portable toilets are an indispensable facility on remote work sites. When you’re hundreds of kilometres from the closest proper dunny, you had better hope that your Porta-Loo is up to the job. Keeping your toilets clean and functional is extremely important – the health and comfort of your whole worksite depends on it. You need a reliable waste treatment solution that’s guaranteed to deliver results, yet is safe for your unique conditions at the same time.

Extreme Green Porta-Loo Treatment can be used in all portable toilets, in motor homes,caravans, and dongas, including cassette style and long drop systems, as well as waste tanks on boats. All you need to do is mix the required amount of treatment into your holding tank, and let the all-natural ingredients get to work, while you get back to more pressing matters. Porta-Loo Treatment will leave your portable toilet clean, sanitised and lightly-perfumed, all without the use of harmful or toxic chemicals. Liquid Loo is a nonhazardous solution that’s perfectly safe for use and transport.

When you’re out in the middle of nature, using environmentally friendly products is all the more important. Traditionally, many waste treatment solutions contain toxic chemicals like formaldehyde. These products are wonderfully effective at killing bacteria and sanitising your portable toilet. Yet once all is said and done, you’re left with a tank full of toxic chemicals, hazardous to your health and difficult to dispose of without harming the environment. With Extreme Green Porta-Loo Treatment you need not worry about any of that – it’s made entirely from natural, biodegradable ingredients.

Extreme Green Porta-Loo Treatment is an extremely economical waste treatment solution. As little as 25ml per week can deliver total results, depending on usage levels. When stored correctly, this product has an indefinite shelf life, meaning that a tank of Liquid Loo is one of the cheapest and longest-lasting investments you can make for your portable toilet system.

When you’re out on the road, the worksite orthe ocean, controlling your portable toilet system is of utmost important. But that doesn’t mean it should take up more than a few moments of your time. And it certainly shouldn’t mean that you need to risk your health and environmental footprint by using harmful chemicals. Envirosafe Solutions is an industry leader in providing safe and effective waste treatment solutions. For more information on how we can assist you with portable toilet maintenance, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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Extreme Green Glass Cleaner

Window cleaning is one of those neglected chores that most of us avoid wherever possible. Yet in your place of business, keeping clean windows is an issue of presentation and professionalism. After all, you don’t want potential customers peering in at your operation through smudged and grubby glass.

An effective glass cleaner is essential to keep your windows sparkling. As anyone who’s ever washed a window will attest, it’s not as simple as it might appear. Achieving a proper clean without leaving great dirty streaks across the glass is something of an art form, and the cleaning product you use can make a world of difference. Extreme Green Window Cleaner provides the user with a happy, streak-free experience. Easy to apply and easy to wipe off, leaving you with crystal clear windows for all to admire.

This is a highly versatile glass cleaning solution. It can be used neat for maximum effect, or depending on strength requirements can be diluted with water up to 1:5, and still produce an outstanding clean. Extreme Green Glass Cleaner works on windows, mirrors and screens. For an extra cleaning boost, fill your vehicle’s windscreen wiper reservoir with the 1:5 strength solution -ideal for long, dusty trips when windscreen visibility can become an issue.

And it doesn’t end with glass. This Extreme Green product works as an all purpose cleaner on stainless steel, vinyl and laminex surfaces. This is the ideal cleaning product to keep in your office, restaurant or hotel. Extreme Green Glass Cleaner will take care of your windows, computer screens, kitchen benchtops, tables, desks, and just about anything else you need to wipe down on a regular basis.

Most importantly, Extreme Green Glass Cleaner is safe. A surprising number of window cleaning products are loaded with nasty carcinogenic substances. If you’re working in an office, then chances are you’re surrounded by a lot of glass. Whatever you spray onto your windows is ultimately going to evaporate and float around in the air. Do you really want to be breathing toxic chemicals all day long?

With Extreme Green Glass Cleaner you won’t need to worry about any of that. The ingredients in this product are all-natural and organic. No pollutant chemicals, no health risks, just window after window of clear, shiny glass. Keeping your office or business looking its best doesn’t need to be a chore, and it certainly doesn’t need to compromise your health or increase your environmental footprint.

Envirosafe Solutions stocks a whole range of innovative cleaning products that achieve clean and green results for your workplace. For more information on how we can assist you with window cleaning, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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Australia to have a carbon tax after all

After months of uncertainty, the Gillard Labor government has finally announced that Australia will have a carbon tax. This is an effective policy backflip since the last election campaign, and the initial reaction from the voters and the opposition has been largely negative.

Public unease over the proposed tax has been widespread, with many lower and middle income earners voicing concern about a rise in electricity prices.

The government has taken a significant hit in the polls over the carbon tax announcement, amid heavy criticism from the opposition that Julia Gillard does not have a mandate from the Australian people. Tony Abbot has decried the carbon tax as illegitimate, and suggested Gillard call an early election and put the issue to the people.

Much uncertainty remains over how the tax will work, and a rigorous debate on the issue lies ahead. If this tax becomes a reality there will be significant implications for Australian industry – particularly the resources sector.

At Envirosafe Solutions, we believe that reducing carbon emissions is a positive step toward a green future, yet at the same time we understand the pressures faced by Australian industry. Whether or not Gillard’s carbon tax is successful, we will be keeping a close eye on developments.

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Extreme Green Dishwasher Powder

Extreme Green Dishwasher Powder is a versatile and highly active detergent that’s suitable for use in all types of dishwashing machines, both domestic and commercial. The powder is ready soluble and fast-acting in hot or cold water. This is a maximum-strength solution that will attack the most stubborn stains and encrusted filth, and yet it’s gentle enough to use on fine china. Most importantly, it’s safe for use in hard water systems.

Extreme Green Dishwasher Powder is just one in a whole line of Envirosafe products designed specifically for the remote mining sites of northwestern Australia. When you’re off the water grid and a long way from any major town, keeping your septic system in good working order is of utmost importance. If your system fails, the consequences can be unpleasant at best, and disastrous at worst. You don’t have the luxury of flushing substances down the drain and forgetting about them – whatever enters your system stays there, and using the wrong detergents and cleaning agents will wreak havoc on your entire site.

Many conventional detergents contain high levels of phosphates. Phosphate build up is a leading cause of damage to hardwater and septic systems. These chemicals are rich in nutrients and provide a food source for algae. Once phosphates start accumulating in a water tank, algae blooms are sure to follow, and it’s only a matter of time before your system becomes clogged with slime. This is the last thing you need on a remote site, and it’s amazing how much damage the wrong detergent can do.

Extreme Green Dishwasher Powder is formulated with the lowest possible level of phosphates, to ensure that you won’t find any nasty surprises in your tank. The ingredients are 100% biodegradable, so this powder won’t pollute the water and soil around you. You’ve got enough things to worry about working on a remote site – you needn’t be losing sleep over your choice of dishwashing detergent.

Envirosafe Solutions is working hard to provide effective cleaning agents for the Australian mining industry. We understand the unique and challenging conditions faced by workers on remote sites, and we design all of our products accordingly. Yet we never lose sight of our green objectives, and ensure that, while our products are powerful and effective, they pose no threat to the environment in which you work. For more information on how Envirosafe Solutions can help you with remote area dishwashing, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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Extreme Green Dishwasher Rinse Aid

Everyone knows the pain of opening your dishwasher expecting to find everything shiny and fresh, only to discover that your plates and utensils are smeared, streaked and not very clean-looking at all. When the rinse water inside your dishwasher doesn’t dry quickly enough, or dries unevenly, it can leave terrible streaks across your dishes – all but defeating the purpose of having washed them in the first place! At home, this is a nuisance. At work, in a commercial kitchen, it’s a waste of valuable time and money.

Extreme Green Dishwasher Rinse Aid is designed specifically to avoid this scenario. It adds the finishing touch to a rigorous machine wash, and ensures that your dishes emerge sparkling each and every time. The unique chemical ingredients in this product work by breaking the water surface tension, allowing your dishwasher’s rinse water to sheet and evaporate instantly. No streaks, no smears, just clean and dry dishes that look good as new.

Extreme Green Dishwasher Rinse Aid is one of many Envirosafe Solutions products formulated with remote work sites in mind. We stock a range of detergents and cleaning agents suitable for use in mining camps and anywhere that hardwater and septic systems are used. Combine Dishwasher Rinse Aid with Extreme Green Dishwasher Liquid or Powder for a total cleaning experience that’s designed for your conditions.

On remote sites, you have to be vigilant about what sort of chemicals and substances you’re flushing down the pipes. Not only is your water treatment system at stake, you’ve also got to think about the health of the land around you. Using cleaning products full of toxic chemicals will ultimately poison the soil and water, endangering your health and severely damaging our precious ecosystem.

Extreme Green Dishwasher Rinse Aid, like all Envirosafe dishwashing products, is fully biodegradable and formulated only with non-toxic and non-harmful ingredients. This Rinse Aid is the perfect accompaniment to Extreme Green Dishwasher Liquid or Dishwasher Powder, and together these products will deliver you a powerful and reliable clean that’s safe for your dishes, your health and your water system.

There’s no reason that people living on a remote site shouldn’t have access to all the same kitchen conveniences as everyone else. Envirosafe Solutions is committed to providing safe and effective cleaning products to suit the most challenging working environments in Australia. For more information on how we can assist you with dishwashing detergents, please contact us on 1300 88 90 70.

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Envirosafe Solutions and Carbon Neutral – A Partnership for the Planet

At Envirosafe Solutions we promote green initiatives in whatever way we can. We seek to form meaningful partnerships with Australian environmental groups and organisations, to bolster the local economy and advance a green agenda for the nation. Carbon Neutral is one such initiative that we proudly support. Carbon Neutral is an Australian not-for-profit organisation dedicated to reducing the impact of carbon emissions and raising awareness of climate change issues.

Established in 2001, Carbon Neutral is engaged in various endeavours to research, reduce and offset harmful greenhouse gases that contribute to the warming of the planet. This unique and visionary company works with thousands of businesses and individuals across the country. With financial assistance from industry supporters, Carbon Neutral has to date planted over three million new trees in Australia, offsetting over 42,000 tonnes of carbon emissions. This has been an enormous effort, and Carbon Neutral has even bigger plans for the future.

The benefits of tree planting go beyond carbon sequestration. Plantations are made primarily on private land, in consultation with the landowner, and this practice can dramatically improve the value and aesthetic appeal of a property. Native forest plantations help to combat salinity, soil erosion and loss of habitat. Carbon Neutral also acts as an advisory and consulting services, offering strategies and ideas on how to reduce carbon footprint of households and businesses. The organisation regularly hosts seminars for local government and the business community, and Carbon Neutral is widely regarded as an authoritative source of information.

Carbon Neutral is well and truly at the forefront of climate change action in Australia. This incredible work is only possible through donations and the tireless efforts of volunteers. Environmental industry leaders have the biggest role to play in supporting ventures such as Carbon Neutral. Envirosafe Solutions has had a long and productive association with Carbon Neutral. We are a major financial supporter, and 2% of all sales profits are donated to the organisation. When you buy Envirosafe products, not only are you purchasing premium quality industrial liquids, you’re also investing in a carbon-free future for Australia and the world.

To be a truly green company, we must do more than offer environmentally-friendly products. It is imperative that we offset our own carbon emissions, and contribute to revegetation where it’s needed most in Australia. That’s why, for us at Envirosafe Solutions, we consider money donated to Carbon Neutral to be money well-spent.

We encourage our customers and all Australian businesses to support initiatives such as Carbon Neutral. Because what’s good for the environment is good for business too. Discover more about Carbon Neutral at http://www.carbonneutral.com.au

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The wonders of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is more than just a funny-looking plant with spiky leaves. A whole lot more, in fact. If you’ve ever snapped one of those fat, meaty Aloe Vera leaves in half, you’ll have noticed that there’s a clear gel substance inside the plant. To the untrained eye, this gel may appear to be nothing more than gooey plant slime. What you are actually looking at, however, is one of the most dynamic and adaptable natural ingredients found anywhere on Earth.

Aloe vera is perhaps best known for its medicinal and cosmetic properties. The plant’s gel has a soothing and relieving effect on burns, insect bites and blisters. If you’ve ever burnt your finger on the stove and then rushed around frantically searching for the burn cream, you’ll be pleased to know that aloe vera gel is just as effective. On the cosmetic side of things, aloe vera has emerged as a major ingredient in skin care products in recent years. Aloe vera is highly effective at removing and clearing away dead skin cells, rejuvenating the skin and keeping it fresh and smooth.

But it doesn’t stop there, not even close. Studies have suggested there are 75 (!!) active ingredients in Aloe Vera. One of these is a nifty little compound named Saponins. These chemicals form a soapy lather when combined with water – making Aloe Vera the perfect base ingedient for detergents.2 People are quickly discovering that Aloe Vera is the ultimate substitute for many traditional – and hazardous – detergent ingredients. Did we mention that aloe vera is also a dietary supplement? Rich in vitamins B1, B2, B6, and C, as well as many important amino acids. Taken in capsules, aloe vera can aid blood and lymphatic circulation, facilitate digestion and even treat the symptoms of lock jaw and cold sores. Now how many products at your local chemist can do all of that? When you add all of this up, plus a whole lot more, you start to see the big picture: Aloe vera is one of nature’s greatest gifts to humankind.

At Envirosafe Solutions we’re big on natural effective products. To create our products, we take all the ingredients from the earth. So when they eventually return to the earth, that’s exactly where they belong. Aloe Vera is one of the many incredible organic ingredients that we use in our range. Discover for yourself the amazing alternatives that nature has to offer.

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A Solvent-Free Future

It’s difficult to imagine a world without solvents. They’re everywhere we look. We’ve got solvent chemicals to thank for degreasers, paint thinners, perfumes, nail polish removers and a vast array of commercial cleaning products.

The most commonly used industrial solvents include turpentine, ethanol, acetone and ethyl acetate. Without venturing too deep into the chemistry, a solvent is essentially any liquid substance that is able to dissolve another substance, which is why these chemicals are so useful for cleaning and removing paint and grease. There’s a multibillion dollar global market for solvent-based products, and scarcely an industry on earth that doesn’t make use of them in some way.

Which brings us to the problem. While solvents are a crucial tool for so many industries, they’re also some of the nastiest and most dangerous chemicals around. The health risks associated with solvent exposure are well-documented. Research has linked solvents to nervous system toxicity, respiratory impairment, liver and kidney damage and various types of cancer. Furthermore, most industrial solvents are highly-flammable and must be used with extreme care. These chemicals contribute to countless accidents in the workplace each year.  In short, solvents can spell very bad news for the people who have to work with them.[1]

Solvents don’t do our planet any favours either. They are a major cause of environmental damage, particularly soil contamination. Because solvent chemicals can migrate long distances, an accidental spill of even a small amount can affect large areas of land. A solvent spill can render soil highly dangerous to people and animals.[2]

Doesn’t sound very appealing, does it? Luckily for us – and luckily for the planet – we’re beginning to discover alternative solutions. Solvent-free products are emerging on the market, which perform the same function as traditional solvents without posing a threat to people and the environment. Research into these alternatives is gaining momentum, and we have every reason to be optimistic about a solvent-free future for Australia.

The importance of moving toward solvent-free alternatives cannot be understated. In the 21st century there is a universal need to break away from the hazardous and unsustainable materials of the past. Responsible businesses recognise this. Customers recognise it too, which is why green solutions are the smart business decision. Sticking with the dangerous pollutants of yesteryear will only turn people away.

Envirosafe Solutions strives to provide Australian industry with green options. We believe that a healthy business needs to do its bit for a healthy planet, and we are here to help make it happen. Start by embracing the possibilities of a Solvent-Free future.

[1] http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/solvents/index.html

[2] Hogan, Patmore, Latshaw and Seidman (1973). Computer modelling of pesticide transport in soil for five instrumented watersheds, ESL Inc., Sunnyvale, California

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The Danger of Using Phosphates

Phosphate chemicals have long been a core ingredient in soaps and detergents. Because of their capacity to mix with both water and fat, phosphates are  highly effective at dislodging fat molecules (oil, grease etc.) and dispersing them in water. If you’ve ever tried washing an oily plate with only water, and then again with water and detergent, you’ll know that the detergent makes all the difference. It’s phosphates and other related chemicals that make this possible.

The problem with phosphates is not so much the chemicals themselves, but the flow-on effects they create once they’ve been disposed of. When phosphates disappear down the drain, their journey is only just beginning. Once these chemicals are released into our waterways, a whole new process begins that can lead to all sorts of problems. Phosphates are rich in the types of nutrients necessary to support marine plant life. This means a glut of phosphate chemicals in the water can spur on huge growth in underwater plant life, radically upsetting the marine ecosystem.[1]

The biggest problem this creates is the growth of poisonous algae blooms. Algae thrive on phosphate nutrients, and certain varieties such as blue-green algae are toxic to humans and potentially very hazardous. Blue-green algae is known to cause nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, and in extreme cases pneumonia and paralysis[2] – not the sort of thing we want in our water supply.

The drama doesn’t end there. Phosphates released into the water gradually build up over time into deposits, which contain high levels of naturally-occurring heavy metals like lead, nickel and chromium. We know well the hazards the these metals pose, particularly to children. Nervous system toxicity, memory impairment and severe brain damage have all been linked to heavy metal exposure.[3] With phosphate deposits in our lakes and rivers, there is a serious risk of heavy metals penetrating into our drinking water supply. The consequences of this are far-reaching and deadly – not even remotely worth the risk if we can avoid it.

All of this boils down to a simple truth: we need reduce our usage of phosphate-based products and find safer alternatives. The Envirosafe Solutions product range is 100% phosphate free, because we understand that the risks involved with using these products simply outweigh the benefits. We are constantly exploring enzyme technology and other alternative ingredients to produce the cleaning results without the negative effects of phosphates. Make sure that your business isn’t contributing to water pollution and public health risks by insisting on phosphate-free soaps and detergents. It’s time to think smarter about the cleaning products we use.

[1] http://www.howstuffworks.com/phosphate-info.htm

[2] http://www.derm.qld.gov.au/factsheets/pdf/water/w3.pdf

[3] http://pureflow.com.au/water-articles/heavy-metal-health-risks.php