Lange Containment Systems, Inc.

Profile 30 - Salt Lake City International Airport
De-Icing Storage Ponds

In preparation for the onslaught of visitors attending the 2002 Winter Olympics, the Salt Lake City Airport has been humming with activity. One of the main infrastructure improvements has been the implementation of a collection, storage and recycling system for aircraft de-icing fluids. Ethylene Glycol, the major component of de-icing fluid can be problematic as a run-off pollutant. In addition, when stored in open ponds odor control and waterfowl kill are key issues. The airport and their consulting engineer, CH2M Hill, were looking for a design/build plan for three 2 1/2 acre impoundments. Lange Containment Systems' design, utilizing XR-5 8130 from Seaman Corporation, was approved. The floating cover design incorporates a rain water collection system with an active pumping and discharge piping system as well as maintenance walkways and access hatches. Utilizing large prefabricated panels and shop customized components, Lange Containment Systems completed the lining and floating cover system installation on schedule in July 1998. Lange Containment was able to meet the challenge of providing a low profile, economical storage system that will protect the surrounding eco-systems for years to come.