Safety Storage Cabinets help contain hazardous materials so having the right one is essential. There are several types of colors, door styles, capacities, shelves and approval ratings.  Before you start your research process you need to define what exactly you are using the cabinet for. Do regulations apply to the use of the cabinet? What type of materials will be stored in the cabinet? How much space will you need for storage? Seton has all your cabinet research information at your fingertips!

Regulation approvals for safety cabinets are coded into FM, N, O, and U.   FM stands for Factory Mutual tested and approved. N stands for designed to meet NFPA Code 30 (Flammable and Combustible Liquids) Regulations.   O stands for complies with OSHA Regulations.  U stands for complies with Uniform Fire Code (NFPA 1 ). Make sure you check to see if you are obligated to comply to any of these regulations. Now according to your research of what types of materials will be placed in the cabinet you should choose a color.  The following colors usually identify what material is stored.

• Yellow = flammable liquids
• Red  = combustible liquids
• Blue = corrosive liquids
• Green = pesticides and insecticides
• Gray/White = miscellaneous such as hazardous waste
• White = laboratory settings to match existing case work

Cabinet storage capacity ranges from 4- gallons to 120-gallons.  Be sure to check what type of safety can or gallon drums will be placed inside so you can calculate the maximum capacity you might need. Regulations, type of storage material and capacity are the main characteristics you should be aware of before your search.  After that, style of storage cabinets vary  including shelving, number of doors, and type of door style such as manual or self-close.  Seton carries a large selection of Hazardous Storage and Transport containers for all your storage and transportation needs. Whether you need Hazardous Chemical Storage, Hazardous Liquid Storage, or just Storage of Hazardous Materials, we have a product solution for you.

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