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USG Airtrol® Geobinder
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AIRTROLீ Geobinder “Despite steep slopes and heavy rainfall, AIRTROL is effective in preventing soil erosion.” erosion control. United States Gypsum Company

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“We can shoot a steep slope with AIRTROL, and it’ll What is AIRTROL™ Geobinder? withstand a heavy rainfall. It really does work.” Duke Power Company AIRTROL Geobinder is a low cost, cementitious binder which, when mixed with water and mulch, sets in a controlled, predictable way to form an erosionresistant crust. Produced from high purity gypsum, it is safe to use and easily applied with a HYDROSEEDERா. AIRTROL Geobinder is nontoxic, noncombustible, and harmless to ﬁsh, birds, plants and animals. AIRTROL Geobinder applies evenly with just one operator using conventional hydroseeding...

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“Despite these difﬁcult conditions, we’re applying the AIRTROL and getting grass in a week.” AIRTROL Geobinder applies easily around tree stumps and other obstructions. Duke Power Company AIRTROL Geobinder helps prevent rill erosion on steep slopes, resulting in superior vegetation coverage. Applying AIRTROL Geobinder to Prevent Erosion First, test the site for soil pH. For best results, soil pH should be between 5 and 7. Unlike bulky erosion control blankets and netting, applicators can combine AIRTROL Geobinder, seed, fertilizer and mulch in one mix and spray apply it in a single...

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AIRTROL Geobinder Erosion Control Tests* Soil Loss Products Tested Erosion Control Blanket * Tested at an independent laboratory (1994). **Hand seeded, rolled, bare soil plot. 153.9** Bare Soil Water Runoff Rates Products Tested Erosion Control Blanket Bare Soil 700 WARNING When mixed with water, this material hardens and then slowly becomes hot. DO NOT attempt to make a cast enclosing any part of the body using this material. Failure to follow these instructions can cause severe burns that may require surgical removal of affected tissue. Avoid dust. Dust may cause irritation to the eyes,...

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