Dust Control for Aggregate & Quarry Operations

For active excavation and high-traffic industrial environments, Zircon Industries recommends RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer for haul roads and access routes, and ZHP Water Wetter Non-Ionic Surfactant for water-based dust suppression programs. ZHP is added to water at a ratio of 1,500 to 3,000 parts water to 1 part surfactant and applied via spray, improving dust suppression efficiency by breaking surface tension and reducing evaporation. RDS38 is delivered and applied as a turnkey service, requiring no equipment or labor from the site operator. For static areas adjacent to excavation zones, Latex 100 Static Dust Control Sealant can seal undisturbed stockpiles against wind erosion.

Zircon Industries offers four main dust control product types for aggregate and quarry operations: RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer for high-traffic industrial haul roads, ZHP Water Wetter for water-based dust control programs, Latex 100 Static Dust Control Sealant for undisturbed aggregate, coal, iron ore, fly ash, open lots, and open railcar tops, and Glycerin DC-100 for biodegradable dust suppression on unpaved roads.

RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer provides 3 to 4 months of effective dust control per application on high-traffic industrial haul roads. Its hygroscopic formula continuously pulls moisture into the road base and is reinvigorated by rain rather than washed away, making it one of the longest-lasting options for aggregate and quarry environments.

Yes. Latex 100 Static Dust Control Sealant is designed for undisturbed static surfaces, including aggregate, iron ore, coal, fly ash areas, open unused lots, and open railcar tops. It forms a clear crust that helps prevent dust from escaping and protects against wind and water erosion. It should not be used on active mineral or ash piles, haul roads, or roads with significant traffic. For high-traffic road dust control, RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer is the better fit.

Yes. Glycerin DC-100 is Zircon's biodegradable dust control option for unpaved roads. It is 100% biodegradable, food-derived from soy oil, and listed as safe for aquatic life. One 330-gallon tote covers approximately 13,000 sq. ft. initially, with subsequent applications covering up to approximately 26,000 sq. ft. per tote.

Compliance-related claims vary by product. ZHP Water Wetter is designed to address OSHA 1926.1153 surfactant requirements for asphalt milling machine dust control. RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer is positioned as a proactive dust control approach that helps meet the demands of EPA and neighborhood groups. Zircon Industries also holds NSSGA membership and GSA Canadian Compliant certification. For formal compliance decisions, customers should review product documentation, SDS materials, and site-specific regulatory requirements.

It depends on the product. RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer is delivered and applied by Zircon Industries as a complete turnkey service — no equipment, labor, or guesswork is required from the customer, and the application cost is included in the product price. ZHP Water Wetter, Glycerin DC-100, and Latex 100, however, require spray application by the site operator. Glycerin DC-100 is mixed 50/50 with water before spraying, and ZHP is introduced into water at a ratio of 1,500 to 3,000 parts water to 1 part surfactant. An optional ZHP Truck-Mounted Transfer System is also available to simplify surfactant delivery.