New Cost Calculator – Learn How SorbIts® Can Save You Money
Get instant projections on waste and cost reduction
Instantly calculate the cost and waste savings of reusable oil absorbents over disposables.
If you purchase disposable oil absorbent matting, pads, socks and pillows for the leaks, drips and spills in your facility, you know that purchasing costs can add up quickly. You also know that properly disposing of the absorbents can cost just as much, if not more, as the product itself.
The good news is, switching to reusable, professionally laundered absorbents as the environmentally-preferred alternative is not only better for your waste reduction goals, but also your bottom line.
How can reusable absorbents cost less?
Reusable absorbents may initially seem more expensive because they have service costs built into their program for ongoing pick-up, delivery and laundering. But when you take into account the factors listed below, the cost scale shifts in favor of reusable absorbents.
- Disposal costs: Special waste handling for single use absorbents can range anywhere from $30 a drum to upwards of $275. Incineration typically starts at $80 a drum, and goes up from there. The variance is due primarily to geography.
- Absorbency: Reusable absorbents are extremely durable and absorb more fluid volume because they are designed to withstand industrial laundering. In absorbency testing, they absorb 2-3 times more than disposables, requiring significantly fewer absorbents to get the job done.
How the tool works
To demonstrate the cost difference, ITU AbsorbTech developed the SorbIts® Savings Calculator. Companies can enter the quantity of disposable absorbents they purchase in a year in four different categories – granular absorbents, rolls, pads, and socks. They can also enter their disposal type (incineration or special waste), as well as number of times they purchase absorbents in a year.
The following annual numbers are calculated based on company input:
- Gallon of oil (industrial non-hazardous fluid) absorbed
- Drums of disposable product generated
- Tons of waste sent to landfill
- Disposal cost
- Labor cost (ordering, manifesting, and clean-up time)
- Projected cost savings with reusable SorbIts®
- Projected waste reduction with reusable SorbIts®
Assumptions
While the calculator is just an estimate, several companies in a wide variety of industrial settings have confirmed that the numbers are accurate. Conservative numbers were used in order to maintain integrity of the tool. Here are the assumptions made with this cost estimate tool.
- The lowest published prices for one of the leading brands of disposable absorbents was utilized.
- Waste disposal expense per drum is $90 for incineration and $50 for special waste hauling. Based on actual invoices.
- For labor, a purchase order (receiving, stocking, inventory) takes 15 minutes.
- Clean-up for 100 pads takes 20 minutes, 40 socks takes 20 minutes, and 40 lbs of oil dry takes 15 minutes.
- Fully burdened labor is $25/hr.
The calculator also assumes proper placement and use of absorbents. A facility assessment may identify areas that have too many or too few absorbents, or mismanagement (such as over-saturation) of the absorbents currently in place.
Available to anyone
The calculator is available to anyone. To try it, please visit https://ituabsorbtech.com/savings-calculator.
About SorbIts®
SorbIts® is the world’s leading brand for reusable oil absorbent floor mats, pads and socks. Manufacturers use SorbIts® to soak up waste oils on the plant floor to prevent slips and falls. Once soiled, SorbIts® are professionally laundered for reuse.
The SorbIts® absorbent recycling and reuse program helps companies eliminate solid landfill waste, reduce cost, and achieve ISO 14001 objectives. SorbIts® oil absorbents are serviced by ITU AbsorbTech throughout the U.S.
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Hallman Lindsay Greenfield
20:59 30 Jan 20
We have used ITU Absorbtech at our location for years now. Skyler always does a great job. He is very professional and efficient.read more
Kim Hoffman
18:51 30 Jan 20
ITU has been Venango Steel's uniform and mat supplier for nine years. It has been a great partnership. The quality of the products meets or exceeds expectations. Jeff Miller is our representative and Chad Prather is our route driver. They go the extra step to keep the customer happy !
Thank you Jeff & Chad !read more
Randy Groth
14:48 30 Jan 20
Our rep is Branislov and our manager is Kieth both are very friendly and give us great service. We have had ITU for over 40 years. I like what they do for "coats for kids" by cleaning all the donated clothes. Also they are a very environmentally aware company.read more
john wyszkowski
15:50 29 Jan 20
CDM Tool has been using ITU for a long time. They have dedicated drivers. Bob our driver knows our company so well, he is able to tell based on our supply's that are used how business is going. He then adjusts so we don't overpay. The best part is that they don't create more work for me. We have never had an issue with lost uniforms.read more
Krystal Smith
15:16 24 Jan 20
L&S Insulation has been a customer for many years and Absorbtech has really reliable mats, always fresh and clean. Skyler has amazing customer service and is super friendly. :)read more
Jeff Foshey
00:40 05 Feb 19
Family owned company that truly takes care of their employees and customers as if they were family!!!
Jessica Wasmuth
19:54 23 Jan 18
Customer service is great! Dave and Bernie are amazing, very helpful and respond quickly. Staff is friendly and professional.read more
Dan Behmke
16:35 20 Dec 17
Bob Casey is my route driver, very nice guy, always takes care of everything. I have been with ITU for better than 20 years, I would never change. Merry Christmas Bob C.read more
Krystle Genz
17:12 15 Dec 17
Very easy to work with. Matt is a phenomenal salesman, great personality. Brian our service representative is always very courteous and pleasant to work with. A great change for our company and glad we are doing business with them.read more
Amy Kreckler
20:37 01 Dec 17
Our company has done business with ITU for 15+ years. They give good prices and good customer service. I would recommend them. Easy to deal with. (AFI Direct Service, Inc.)read more
Deborah Young
16:16 28 Nov 17
Bob Casey is our representative and has been for many years. Bob always has a smile and is very upbeat. It is a pleasure to have Bob as our rep!read more
My Account
17:05 22 Nov 17
Bob Casey is extremely helpful and always upbeat! He always has our companies best interests in mind, making suggestions to that end and is great at communication. I look forward to working with Bob for many more years!read more
Todd Birkel
16:15 22 Nov 17
Our Route Representative, Bob Casey, is very conscientious, courteous and extremely helpful. He continually looks for areas we can improve or adjust as our usage and needs evolve, and suggest products as appropriate.
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