Dust Suppression and Sand Stabilization

From daily dust control to long-term dune protection

The Challenge

In sandy and arid regions, soil particles are easily mobilized by wind, vehicle traffic, or rainfall. On construction roads, mining sites, golf courses, or around sensitive infrastructure, this leads to dust generation, reduced air quality, and sediment displacement. Without proper stabilization, the fine particles not only endanger human health and visibility but also accelerate erosion and degrade surrounding ecosystems.

Tier 1: Dust Suppression with Biological Emulsions

For daily operations on construction roads, haul tracks, or low-traffic areas such as cart paths, SRBT applies biological emulsions. These emulsions create a thin film that binds fine particles on the surface, effectively preventing dust generation.

• Application frequency: daily or weekly, depending on vehicle loads and surface stress

• Use cases: construction sites, temporary access roads, industrial yards, golf course cart paths, and surroundings of infrastructure facilities

• Advantages: quick to apply, environmentally safe, and cost-effective for recurring dust control needs

Tier 2: Heavy-Duty Sand Stabilization

When surfaces face more extreme stress or long-term exposure, SRBT employs a reinforced emulsion systemenhanced with biopolymers and natural fibers:

• Biopolymers increase water retention, helping to weigh down sand particles and extend protection time

• Organic tackifiers and fiber matrices add structural cohesion, forming a semi-permanent stabilizing layer

• Resilience: suitable for high-traffic access routes, exposed slopes, or infrastructure corridors in desert regions

This multi-component system transforms loose sand into a stabilized surface capable of resisting both wind and mechanical loads.

Advanced Applications: Dune and Coastal Protection

For the harshest conditions, such as erosion control on sand dunes or coastal defense zones, SRBT has developed a specialized treatment that induces a controlled crust formation in the upper sand layer. This technique is unique worldwide and allows:

• Stabilization of shifting dunes without mechanical disturbance

• Protection of coastal infrastructure against storm events

• Ecological compatibility with existing dune vegetation and habitat requirements

Why SRBT?

What distinguishes SRBT from conventional dust control providers is the ability to deliver graduated solutions – from short-term dust suppression to highly engineered dune stabilization. By combining biological emulsions, polymer science, and vegetation-based methods, we can adapt systems to each project’s specific demands.

Our international teams deploy these methods in deserts, coastal regions, and industrial environments alike, supported by SRBT’s strong supplier partnerships and ongoing field monitoring.

Conclusion

Dust suppression and sand stabilization are not just operational issues – they are environmental and safety-critical tasks. SRBT offers a complete toolbox of solutions, ranging from flexible, short-term measures for construction logistics to permanent erosion protection systems in some of the most challenging sandy environments worldwide.