Hydrocarbon Remediation Products
Hydrocarbon remediation products from Practical Environmental Solutions support biological treatment, oil release, mechanical recovery, and waste minimization for petroleum-contaminated environments. PES technologies are used in applications involving contaminated soil, groundwater, wastewater, slurries, industrial equipment, shoreline materials, tanks, pavement, and oil spill response operations.
The PES product line includes two primary remediation technologies. PES-31 is used for biological hydrocarbon remediation where petroleum contamination can be reduced through microbial degradation. PES-51 is used for oil release and recovery applications where weathered petroleum must be separated from contaminated surfaces and collected through appropriate recovery methods.
This product overview summarizes the role of each technology and links to product-specific information, application pages, case studies, and technical resources.
Two Remediation Technologies
PES-31 Biological Hydrocarbon Remediation
PES-31 uses naturally occurring microorganisms to biologically degrade petroleum hydrocarbons in contaminated media. Applications include soil remediation, groundwater remediation, wastewater treatment, hydrocarbon slurries, landfarming, production pits, and in-situ bioremediation projects.
PES-31 is used where the remediation objective is to reduce petroleum hydrocarbon concentrations through biological activity rather than physically removing all impacted material. Proper application depends on site conditions including moisture, oxygen, nutrients, contaminant type, contaminant concentration, and contact between the treatment material and affected media.
Common PES-31 Uses
- Petroleum-contaminated soil remediation
- Diesel spill bioremediation
- Landfarming and engineered biological treatment
- Production pit remediation
- Hydrocarbon wastewater and slurry treatment
- In-situ biological treatment applications
PES-51 Oil Release & Recovery
PES-51 assists in releasing weathered petroleum from contaminated surfaces so recovered hydrocarbons can be contained, separated, and mechanically collected. Applications include shoreline restoration, oil spill response support, equipment decontamination, tank cleaning, industrial surface cleaning, pavement treatment, and waste minimization.
PES-51 is used where the remediation objective is to separate petroleum from contact surfaces and improve recoverability. Application planning typically includes containment, recovery equipment, oil/water separation, recovered material handling, and waste management procedures.
Common PES-51 Uses
- Oil release from contaminated surfaces
- Shoreline restoration and surface washing
- Oil spill response equipment decontamination
- Tank and industrial surface cleaning
- Pavement hydrocarbon cleanup
- Waste minimization during cleanup operations
Technology Comparison
| Remediation Need | PES-31 | PES-51 |
|---|---|---|
| Biological degradation of petroleum hydrocarbons | Primary application | Not the primary function |
| Petroleum-contaminated soil | Common application | Limited surface-treatment use depending on project objectives |
| Groundwater, wastewater, or hydrocarbon slurries | Common application | Not the primary function |
| Production pits and landfarming | Common application | Not the primary function |
| Release of weathered oil from surfaces | Not the primary function | Primary application |
| Shoreline restoration and surface washing | Not the primary function | Common application |
| Equipment decontamination | Not the primary function | Common application |
| Tank cleaning, pavement treatment, and industrial cleaning | Not the primary function | Common application |
| Waste minimization through oil release and recovery | Not the primary function | Common application |
Common Industries and Project Settings
PES remediation products are used by organizations responsible for managing petroleum contamination, oil spill response, industrial cleaning, contaminated media treatment, and environmental restoration projects.
- Environmental remediation contractors
- Environmental engineering and consulting firms
- Oil and gas producers and service companies
- Marine spill response organizations
- Industrial manufacturing and maintenance facilities
- Transportation infrastructure operators
- Municipal environmental departments
- Government response and oversight agencies
Explore Product Applications
PES-31 Applications
Review biological remediation applications for contaminated soil, groundwater, wastewater, slurries, diesel spills, landfarming projects, production pits, and in-situ treatment scenarios.
PES-51 Applications
Review oil release and recovery applications including shoreline restoration, equipment decontamination, tank cleaning, surface washing, pavement treatment, and waste minimization.
Hydrocarbon Remediation Applications
Compare biological remediation and oil release and recovery technologies by project objective, contaminated media, and cleanup setting.
Supporting Technical Resources
Technical Resources
Access technical articles, published research summaries, regulatory references, and remediation guidance supporting hydrocarbon remediation and oil spill response.
Case Study Library
Review documented field applications involving PES remediation products across soil treatment, shoreline restoration, equipment decontamination, and industrial cleanup projects.
EPA Product Listings
Learn about the EPA National Contingency Plan Product Schedule, oil spill response product categories, and surface washing agent considerations.
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