Dust Control
Dust control helps preserve a soil body’s integrity by keeping its surface intact. ROAD-HARD preserves natural compaction by adhering to soil particles and binding them so they remain on the ground. The result is a dramatic reduction of dust, far less natural erosion from wind and rain, and less soil pollution in waterways and populated areas. ROAD-HARD provides a stable surface area that also helps control erosion.
- Improves air quality for better visibility and health
- Addresses EPA’s PM 10 compliance standards.
- Prolongs the life of machinery and equipment
- Reduces maintenance repair costs.
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Clean, Cost-effective Dust Control
Environmentally Friendly
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Application of ROAD-HARD for dust control is control is typically applied at 1/4 inch depth for dust control.
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Application: ROAD-HARD Dust Control is typically applied at 1/4 inch depth for dust control. The treated soil particles are bound by the polymer with some flexibility. Deeper beds of dust will require more product.
- Apply 1/4 inch dry ROAD-HARD® polymer with a drop spreader and blend into the soil.
- Wet the polymer with ROAD-HARD® additive dissolved in water, compact, and allow to dry.
For more detailed instructions of the ROAD-HARD application process visit our descriptive page here.
Value Proposition:
Detailed cost comparisons show real savings using ROAD-HARD for dust control vs. applying water to a designated area 2x per day over a period of 60 days.
Detailed cost comparisons show real savings using ROAD-HARD for dust control vs. applying water to a designated area 2x per day over a period of 60 days.
Area to be treated:
A two-lane unsurfaced road, 1 mile long.
A two-lane unsurfaced road, 1 mile long.
1 mile x 20 ft. x 5,280 ft. = 105,600 sq.ft (2.42 acres)
ROAD-HARD dust control:
Product required: (with 0% aggregate/gravel) = 4,400 lbs
Product required: (with 0% aggregate/gravel) = 4,400 lbs
4,224 lbs x $1.60 per pound ($0.064 per sq. ft.) x 105,600 sq.ft
Total =$6,758
5,900 gallons of water @ ($X)+
Fuel expense @ ($25)+
Truck expense @ ($60)+
Labor @ (2 men x $20/hr. x 4 hrs = $160)
Total =$245
Total =$6,758
5,900 gallons of water @ ($X)+
Fuel expense @ ($25)+
Truck expense @ ($60)+
Labor @ (2 men x $20/hr. x 4 hrs = $160)
Total =$245
Total Cost: ($6,758 + $245) = $7,003 per mile + water
Using water only:
5,900 gallons of water per application @ ($X)+
Estimated at 2 x per day
Fuel expense @ ($25)+
Truck expense @ ($60)+
Labor @ (2 men x $20/hr. x 4 hrs = $160)
=$245
Estimated at 2 x per day
Fuel expense @ ($25)+
Truck expense @ ($60)+
Labor @ (2 men x $20/hr. x 4 hrs = $160)
=$245
Total Cost: ($245 x 60 days)= $14,700 Minimum + water
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