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Product Overview

The Oil Absorbing Sweep 19 In. x 100 Ft. is a 19-inch wide by 100 ft oil-only absorbent sweep designed for shop floor maintenance. Each case absorbs 25.3 gallons of oil-based liquids, making it an efficient daily-use product for garages, machine shops, and industrial floors. Cut to any length for custom coverage. The sweep material is designed to be spread across oily floors and then swept up, absorbing oil on contact while making floor cleanup fast and effective. Lightweight at 12 lbs per case for easy handling and storage. Backed by AbsorbentsOnline -- trusted since 1985. Ships FREE to the Continental US.

Technical Specifications

Oil Absorbing Sweep 19 In. x 100 Ft. — Granular Absorbent

AbsorbentsOnline SKU AWSWL100FS
Product Type Oil Absorbent Sweep
Dimensions 19 in. x 100 ft.
Absorbency 25.3 gallons per case
Weight 12 lbs
Shipping FREE to the Continental US

Expert Insights

Granular absorbents remain the most cost-effective first-response tool for industrial spill cleanup. While absorbent pads and socks excel at contained or ongoing drips, granular products are the go-to solution for floor-level spills where liquid has spread across a large area. The key differentiator between granular products is their base material: clay (traditional but heavy and dusty), cellulose (lightweight, biodegradable), corn cob (high absorbency, low dust), and peat moss (oil-selective, hydrophobic). Oil absorbent sweep is a specialized floor maintenance product designed for daily shop cleaning -- not just spill response. Spread across an oily floor and swept up, it absorbs surface oil while making routine sweeping more effective. The roll format allows cutting to any length for custom coverage.

Granular Absorbents in Action

Granular absorbents are the backbone of industrial spill cleanup programs across manufacturing, automotive, energy, and transportation sectors. Every OSHA-regulated facility that handles oil, chemicals, or industrial fluids maintains a supply of granular absorbent for immediate spill response. Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.22 (walking-working surfaces) and EPA SPCC regulations, facilities must maintain adequate spill cleanup materials on-site at all times.

Oil absorbent sweep is a daily maintenance product used in automotive shops, machine shops, and manufacturing floors as part of routine housekeeping programs. Unlike emergency absorbents, sweep is used proactively — spread and swept regularly to keep floors clean and reduce slip hazards. Purchased by shop managers, fleet maintenance operations, and industrial cleaning crews.

Frequently Asked Questions

Oil Absorbing Sweep 19 In. x 100 Ft.

What types of liquids can granular absorbents clean up?

This granular absorbent handles oil, water, coolants, solvents, and most non-aggressive industrial liquids. Peat moss absorbent is oil-only. Not recommended for strong acids, bases, or oxidizers -- use hazmat-rated absorbents for those.

How do I dispose of used granular absorbent?

Disposal depends on what was absorbed. Non-hazardous oil-contaminated absorbent can typically go in regular industrial waste. If you absorbed a listed hazardous substance, the used absorbent inherits that classification and must be disposed of as hazardous waste per EPA/state regulations.

How much absorbent do I need for my facility?

Super Sorbent: each case absorbs ~7 gallons. Gran-Sorb: each pallet provides ~260 gal of absorbency. CornCob: each pallet provides ~425 gal. Peat Moss: each pallet provides ~1,600 gal oil-only absorbency. Oil Sweep: one roll provides 25.3 gal.

Does this ship free?

Yes. FREE shipping to the Continental US (lower 48 states). Ships within 3-7 business days.

What Our Customers Say

Real reviews from the facilities, field crews, and agencies that count on us.

  • Switched from clay to Gran-Sorb cellulose and our guys love it — weighs half as much per bag and absorbs just as well. Less dust too. We order a pallet every quarter.

    Rick M. — Maintenance Manager, Manufacturing Plant

    Verified Buyer
  • The peat moss absorbent is incredible for our outdoor fuel storage area. Absorbs oil but not rainwater — exactly what we needed. Huge capacity per bag. Best granular absorbent we've tried.

    Janet L. — Environmental Compliance Officer, Fuel Terminal

    Verified Buyer
  • We keep the Super Sorbent shaker cartons at every workstation. Workers can grab one and clean up a small spill in seconds. Free shipping and fast delivery — we reorder monthly.

    Carlos T. — Shop Supervisor, CNC Machine Shop

    Verified Buyer
Cross-Reference Guide

This product is compatible with applications that use the following part numbers:

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  • noteGranular absorbent for industrial spill cleanup. Absorbs oil, water, coolants, and industrial fluids. AbsorbentsOnline SKU: AWSWL100FS.