Paints and similar flammable materials are found in almost every workplace. Proper storage for paint inventory is very important. Flammable storage buildings from U.S. Chemical Storage can offer compliant paint storage solutions while providing security to your valuable paint and supplies. All prefabricated buildings are made from heavy-gauge metal steel construction for exceptional durability and are available with a 2-hour or 4-hour fire rating.
Easily Store and Handle Paint
We manufacture our paint storage buildings in both fire-rated or non-fire-rated construction. Designed to reduce the risks associated with storing paints, all buildings are continuously-welded and feature leak-tested secondary containment sumps in case of a paint spill or chemical inventory leak. Buildings can be manufactured according to FM Global standards and come with a 15-year structural warranty.
Flammable Paint Storage Industry Solutions
U.S. Chemical Storage paint storage containers offer extreme protection for flammables and combustibles. Whether you’re storing bulk paint supplies in IBC totes or 55-gallon drums, or need separate rooms for mixing and dispensing, our pre-fabricated paint storage buildings are the ideal solution. All units are 100% customizable to meet your exact storage specifications. Weatherproof construction provides an exterior finish strong enough to combat extreme weather conditions.
We offer many optional accessories to optimize the storage of flammable materials. Climate control, racks and shelving, mechanical ventilation, explosion-proof lighting, access ramps, fire suppression systems, and explosion relief panels are just some of the accessories available for increased protection.
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Location of the building can be either inside another building or outside to fit your needs. Fire Separation, which is the amount of fire rating required between two occupancies, or the separation distance between those two occupancies, is determined by the occupancy ratings, construction types, and distances between both buildings. To determine the required fire separation, it is best to consult with your local code authority. If your hazmat storage building is located at distances greater than 30 feet you may not be required to have a fire-rated building.
There are two types of buildings to consider: fire-rated and non-fire rated steel buildings. First identify the materials to be stored and then group them by hazard. There are three steps to consider when deciding between a fire-rated and non-fire rated building. You must first determine what is to be stored and the quantity. Then you must decide where in relation to other buildings and property lines is the desired storage is to take place, and finally schedule a consult with the local authority having jurisdiction or local code expert to determine the storage building requirements. Our team at U.S. Chemical Storage has resources to help analyze your storage needs and building requirements but the final approval is made by the local authority having jurisdiction.
