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He started his career as a research scientist and later transitioned into sales and management roles in the absorbent industry. He is customer focused and relationship driven. Find me on: ### Recent Posts ## [Why Flood Barriers and Pads Are The Best Things to Have on Hand for Flood Restoration](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-flood-barriers-and-pads-are-the-best-things-to-have-on-hand-for-flood-restoration) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Jun 11, 2020 1:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/MegaThirstyPad_Wet_Hi.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-flood-barriers-and-pads-are-the-best-things-to-have-on-hand-for-flood-restoration) Flooding will happen on your property; it is inevitable that something will go wrong. Since one property management report suggests that more than [14,000 people a day](https://ipropertymanagement.com/research/water-damage-statistics) in the U.S. experience water damage-related issues, it is fair to say that you are going to want the right equipment to deal with water and flooding. Repair and restoration are not easy, and to do it right you’ll need a selection of tools on hand that are best-suited for the work. [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-flood-barriers-and-pads-are-the-best-things-to-have-on-hand-for-flood-restoration) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-flood-barriers-and-pads-are-the-best-things-to-have-on-hand-for-flood-restoration#comments-listing) ## [A Quick Flood Remediation Checklist](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/a-quick-flood-remediation-checklist) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Dec 17, 2019 2:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/Wet%20Floor%20Sign.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/a-quick-flood-remediation-checklist)   After a leak, you will need to clean and dry your property quickly. Nobody wants mold to grow on their carpets, have their wood floors warp, see their electronics destroyed, or allow any of the other consequences of water damage to take root in their home or business. That is why it is so important to know how to properly stop that water flow, dry your property, and remediate potential water damage. Here are a few tips to help ensure a quick dry. [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/a-quick-flood-remediation-checklist) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/a-quick-flood-remediation-checklist#comments-listing) Topics: [rain](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/rain), [sorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/sorbents), [OSMO](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/osmo), [Water Damage](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/water-damage), [Flood Control](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/flood-control), [mold](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/mold), [leak](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/leak), [safety](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/safety) ## [Are You Prepared For The Huge Cost Of Water Damage?](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/are-you-prepared-for-the-huge-cost-of-water-damage) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Oct 22, 2019 10:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/burst-pipe.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/are-you-prepared-for-the-huge-cost-of-water-damage) As with any business, it is physical capital that will suffer the most damage when water goes out of control. Without proper measures in place, valuable assets[can be destroyed](https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1499290622913-0bcd74f47bf20aa94998a5a920837710/Flood_Loss_Estimations_2017.pdf) by a bad flood, leaks from dripping pipes, or other water-based issues. Home or business, electronics or infrastructure, property or product; there is always a risk of water damage. You need to be aware of the risks; [without the proper tools to stop even a small drip](https://meltblowntechnologies.com/products/flood-control-products/plumbers-pad-2/), water damage can become catastrophic. [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/are-you-prepared-for-the-huge-cost-of-water-damage) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/are-you-prepared-for-the-huge-cost-of-water-damage#comments-listing) Topics: [sorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/sorbents), [OSMO](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/osmo), [Water Damage](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/water-damage), [Flood Control](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/flood-control), [preparation](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/preparation) ## [How to Prevent Mold in Public Spaces](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/how-to-prevent-mold-in-public-spaces) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Aug 6, 2019 2:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/Wall%20Water%20Damage.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/how-to-prevent-mold-in-public-spaces) Mold is a common problem where water is present. As a result, it is important to catch water leaks, condensation, drips, or spills and clean them up as quickly as possible. Any location can be in danger of mold growth, so long as there is sufficient moisture to sustain the mold. While molds do serve a purpose in the world, they are quick to grow and spread and can cause a variety of health issues. Thus, it is important to limit the opportunities for mold growth in our public spaces and to work to eradicate it quickly if discovered. How do you catch, clean, and prevent mold in public buildings? [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/how-to-prevent-mold-in-public-spaces) 7 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/how-to-prevent-mold-in-public-spaces#comments-listing) Topics: [sorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/sorbents), [OSMO](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/osmo), [Water Damage](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/water-damage), [Flood Control](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/flood-control), [mold](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/mold) ## [10 Signs Your School Is Not As Clean As It Should Be](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/10-signs-your-school-is-not-as-clean-as-it-should-be) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on May 21, 2019 1:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/Lobby_MegaThirstyPad.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/10-signs-your-school-is-not-as-clean-as-it-should-be) Public spaces are a common place to find the results of unattended messes and unclean conditions. Schools are one such location, despite their dedicated janitors on staff, and some problems slip through without notice. That is why it is so important to keep your eyes open for the signs that danger is present. [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/10-signs-your-school-is-not-as-clean-as-it-should-be) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/10-signs-your-school-is-not-as-clean-as-it-should-be#comments-listing) Topics: [sorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/sorbents), [OSMO](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/osmo), [Water Damage](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/water-damage), [Flood Control](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/flood-control) ## [Why Our Team Can Understand Your Sorbent Challenges Better Than Anyone Else](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-our-team-can-understand-your-sorbent-challenges-better-than-anyone-else) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Nov 7, 2018 8:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/iStock-698740028.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-our-team-can-understand-your-sorbent-challenges-better-than-anyone-else) Our organization was founded in 2003, but we’re definitely not new kids on the block in the sorbent industry. Nor are we merely a sales organization with an office and an answering machine.   [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-our-team-can-understand-your-sorbent-challenges-better-than-anyone-else) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/why-our-team-can-understand-your-sorbent-challenges-better-than-anyone-else#comments-listing) Topics: [spilltration](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/spilltration), [sorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/sorbents) ## [Spilltration SmooshKits: The Convenience of a Spill Kit, but Smooshed to fit anywhere!](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/spilltration-smooshkits) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Oct 10, 2018 10:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/Smooshkit%2c%20Smooshed%20and%20Unsmooshed.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/spilltration-smooshkits) Convenience is always an important factor when thinking about any product. There are no spill kits more convenient than the [Spilltration SmooshKit](https://meltblowntechnologies.com/smooshkit/). Vacuum sealed, these easy to store kits are the key to handling spills on the road or at an unfortunate location. When a [traditional spill kit](https://meltblowntechnologies.com/products/spill-kits/) is too big to fit where you need it to, the SmooshKit is the perfect amount of portable. [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/spilltration-smooshkits) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/spilltration-smooshkits#comments-listing) Topics: [industrial absorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/industrial-absorbents), [spill kits](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/spill-kits), [oil spill cost](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/oil-spill-cost), [spilltration](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/spilltration), [oil spills](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/oil-spills), [sorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/sorbents) ## [Six Stats About the Effectiveness of White Sorbents in the Rain](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/six-stats-about-the-effectiveness-of-white-sorbents-in-the-rain) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Oct 5, 2018 8:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/wm-pads-rolls.png)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/six-stats-about-the-effectiveness-of-white-sorbents-in-the-rain) White sorbents have been used to mop up spills in the rain for decades. They can be very effective and make up a significant number of the products we provide. They are designed to absorb oil, not water.   [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/six-stats-about-the-effectiveness-of-white-sorbents-in-the-rain) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/six-stats-about-the-effectiveness-of-white-sorbents-in-the-rain#comments-listing) Topics: [oil absorbent pads](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/oil-absorbent-pads), [oil spills](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/oil-spills), [white sorbents](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/white-sorbents) ## [The Revolutionary Spill Shammy - Money Saving and Sheen Erasing Miracle](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/sheen-erasing-oil-shammy) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Jun 11, 2018 5:30:33 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/Oil-Shammy-wipes-sheen-2.jpg)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/sheen-erasing-oil-shammy) Many of you are still using lightweight traditional absorbents for small spills or in an effort to remove that rainbow sheen from wet asphalt and waterways. I have been in this business for 25 years and the solution to this problem has always escaped us until now! [Read More](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/sheen-erasing-oil-shammy) 6 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/sheen-erasing-oil-shammy#comments-listing) Topics: [oil spill](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/oil-spill), [spill kit](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/spill-kit), [oil spill cost](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/oil-spill-cost), [spill emergency](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/topic/spill-emergency) ## [5 Ways to Contain Transformer Oil Leaks](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/5-ways-to-contain-transformer-oil-leaks) Posted by [Derek Yurgaitis](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/author/derek-yurgaitis) on Feb 1, 2017 8:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/hubfs/EPA.png)](https://blog.meltblowntechnologies.com/5-ways-to-contain-transformer-oil-leaks) Over time transformers age and develop leaks from aging gaskets, rusting and stressed joints, along with a host of other problems that can increase. 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