Dust Control

Dust Zero Dust Palliative

Dust palliatives are products that are applied to soil surfaces in order to limit the creation of fugitive dust emissions. For many projects, dust palliatives can be an effective and economical alternative to watering.

A variety of products are available, and finding one that fits your project’s activities can reduce the need for regular, frequent watering, resulting in significant cost savings over the long term. In some instances, the soil stabilization from dust palliative application can last from 1 to 12 months.

Dust Zero is an Acrylic Copolymer based dust palliative product.  Cross-linking technology allows the particulates to bind together, creating a stronger, longer lasting result.  This technology also allows the product to reactivate when subjected to wet conditions, effectively renewing the bond.

If not properly controlled, fugitive dust can become a nuisance and is a health threat . It can create safety hazards by limiting visibility, and, if you don’t control dust, you could receive a citation for violating air quality rules.  Dust control is a mandatory part of environmental quality standards. Dust is considered to be a pollutant, and in some cases may actually contain hazardous materials, such as PCB’s or DDT. Some soils may even contain natural hazards, such as asbestos. 

Some dust palliatives are not designed for areas subject to daily disturbances, high volume traffic, or heavy equipment traffic—check with us to see if our products can help you with your dust control strategy.