Soilworks products are the industry’s top standard due to our insistence on creating high performance soil stabilization and dust control products that stand up to rigorous testing – both in the lab and in the field. Our commitment to quality and performance has led to our involvement and testing in hundreds of real-world situations. The following library of reports, presentations, specifications, approvals and other similar documents provide you, our customer, the transparency and dependable assurance that is expected from Soilworks.
Designed to help mining operations meet stringent MSHA air quality regulations, Soilworks’ dust control technologies—Soiltac and Gorilla-Snot—deliver exceptional surface stabilization and particulate suppression across tailings, haul roads, and other dust-prone mining environments. Soiltac, a copolymer emulsion, forms a thick, durable crust that anchors fine particles, even in cold climates and high-wind conditions, as demonstrated at the Giant Mine site. Gorilla-Snot, a biopolymer-based stabilizer, complements this by offering reliable mass retention during high-velocity wind events and significantly reducing water dependency in dust mitigation efforts.
Key performance metrics include:
98.8% tailings surface stability under 25–31 mph wind after 8 hours.
95% mass retention during wind tunnel simulations reaching 60 mph.
Up to 99.5% reduction in water application frequency for dust suppression.
For operators seeking MSHA-compliant dust control solutions that enhance worker safety, environmental stewardship, and operational efficiency, Soilworks products offer dependable, scalable, and environmentally sustainable performance. Contact Soilworks for tailored application strategies and support.
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The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has implemented new regulations effective July 2024, emphasizing the importance of dust control in mining operations. Soilworks offers cutting-edge dust suppression products that not only meet these stringent requirements but also provide long-lasting, cost-effective solutions for the mining industry.
Soilworks: Proven Effectiveness in Mining Applications
Soilworks’ products have demonstrated exceptional performance in mining environments. At the Giant Mine site, Soiltac replaced previous dust control products due to its superior qualities 1 :
PERFORMANCE DATA
Recent tests have shown remarkable results for Soilworks’ products
Soiltac: 98.8% of tailings surface undisturbed after 8 hours of testing with strong breeze (25-31 mph).²
Gorilla-Snot: 95% mass retention during wind tunnel testing, simulated wind speeds up to 60 mph.³
Water Conservation: Using Soilworks dust control products can reduce water application frequency by up to 99.5%.⁴
KEY BENEFITS FOR MSHA COMPLIANCE
Air Quality Management
Worker Safety
Environmental Stewardship
Operational Efficiency
Versatility
Cost Effectiveness
By implementing Soilworks’ dust control solutions, mining operations can proactively address the new MSHA regulations, ensuring compliance while optimizing operational efficiency and worker safety. The proven track record at the Giant Mine site, combined with the impressive performance data, positions Soilworks as a leading partner for mines seeking to meet and exceed regulatory requirements in dust control and air quality management.
1 Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (2023, February 24). Dust Suppression. Government of Canada – Ongoing Site Management at Giant Mine. https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1524236988828/1617991022167
2 Soilworks, LLC 2024 Mining 07-19-2024 https://soilworks.com/mining
3 University of Arkansas. (2017). Tailings Dust Emissions: WERC 2017 Task #3 Report. Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR.
4 DHHS (2019). Dust Control Handbook for Industrial Minerals Mining and Processing (2nd ed.). Report of Investigations 9701. NIOSH.. https://arlweb.msha.gov/regs/comments/2019-18478/AB36-COMM-7-1.pdf
