safety presentation powerpoint caustic soda

safety presentation powerpoint caustic soda

Caustic Soda Lye is one of the most widely used chemicals in the industry. Caustic soda is a solution of Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) in water. It is a strong base with a wide range of applications in different industries. We produce caustic soda together with chlorine and hydrogen from the electrolysis of salt brine. With our production in five plants in Europe and our quality commitment, we guarantee a high service level towards our customers.

Worldwide, the major users of caustic soda are the aluminum industry, pulp & paper and the chemical industry. The main applications are water treatment and water purification, as cleaning agent, or a wide range of uses in chemical industry like starch production or for the desulphurization in the petrochemical industry.

Caustic soda solution is a very corrosive chemical. Special care must to be taken when working with this chemical. Workers should be thoroughly trained regarding the hazards of caustic soda solution before starting any work involving this chemical. Customers should carefully develop and follow all procedures. Each caustic soda solution user is responsible for design and implementation of a storage and handling system that is suitable for its individual facility.