Dust suppression solutions can be applied on the roads, mining sites, construction sites and other applications. There are a lot of unpaved roads all over the world. An effective dust control program is important to keep these roads safe and drivable. When properly implemented, they can offer a lot of benefits including the following.
Better roads
When there is dust on the road, it means there is a lot of deterioration going on. The fine dust particles aren’t able to serve as binding agents to hold the road surface together. This results in unstable and exposed aggregate that erodes with passing vehicles or rain storms producing a lot of potholes. Using dust suppressants to attract moisture from the air is an effective way to bind fine particles and aggregate so that the roads can remain packed hard, smooth, durable and safe.
Cheap maintenance
Better roads translate into less need for repairs and this means saving costs on materials and labour. That is a big deal considering the demand of taxpayers for quality roads when budgets for improvements and maintenance are tight. Effective dust control methods can reduce the cost of keeping our unpaved roads in great condition by up to 30%.
Reduced vehicle damage
No one likes having their vehicle get all dirty and dusty but that is just a surface problem. When unpaved roads are left untreated, they can result in worse scenarios including chipped paint, windshield damage, and long-term wear and tear. Using dust suppression systems to control dust reduces damage to your car and the cost of damages.
Improved safety
Road dust can impair visibility and cause poor traction. It can also extend the stopping distances as your tires will fight to grip the loose gravel or dirt. Cars will lose control and even kick up particles to endanger the lives of other people and drivers in the area. Controlling dust is the best way to improve these conditions.
Protection for the environment
When dust is effectively controlled, fine particles are prevented from getting into the air and causing health issues or damaging vegetation and crops. Using dust suppressants is one of the most effective ways to keep these particles from reaching waterways and streams where they can develop sediment levels that may pose danger to aquatic life.
Improved quality of life and health
When airborne dust particles are reduced, it means you are breathing fresh air and this means that you are less likely to experience health problems related to the inhalation of dust such as respiratory issues. In turn, this allows for a higher quality of life.
Dust suppression using water
There are a lot of dust suppression solutions that can be used to suppress dust. Water is one of the most commonly used methods. When using water, there are a number of methods used to suppress dust. These range from the browser and manual tractor method to a fully automated air atomizing system. Air atomizing involves applying the dust suppressant to the surrounding air to return the airborne particles to the ground.