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Fact Sheet
DusTreat* DC9136
Dust Control Binding Agent
Provides a semi-permanent, rain-resistant crust
Controls fugitive dust emissions from inactive
storage piles
Protects piles against wind erosion
Reduces inventory losses
Reduces oxidation and coal pile fires
Improves working conditions and community
relations
Reduces coal pile run-off
Effectively crusts coal, coke, metallic ores, fly
ash, waste materials, mine tailings, and various
other materials
Description and Use
DusTreat* DC9136 is blend of wetting and binding
agents specifically formulated to reduce fugitive
emissions from inactive storage piles. DusTreat
DC9136 will penetrate and bind the material to form
a cohesive, durable, rain-resistant crust. This product does not contain sulfur or heavy metals.
The semi-permanent crust helps maintain inventory
value by suppressing dust emissions, reducing pile
rutting, and slowing the rate of oxidation by inhibiting oxygen penetration. The rain resistance of the
crust will help keep the reserves available for winter
reclaim by decreasing the potential for freezing.
Typical Application
Storage piles can be a large source of fugitive emissions. These emissions can be both a safety hazard
and an environmental nuisance that can grossly
affect community and personnel relations. In coal
handling systems, oxidation of the coal can significantly reduce its heating value. Stratification of coal
piles can increase the severity of dust and oxidation. In addition, pile run-off can contaminate water
resources.
The application of DusTreat DC9136 as a water solution via spray systems can significantly reduce the
problems associated with open storage. Applying
DusTreat DC9136 to the surface of the storage pile
will immediately result in the binding of the fines. As
the crusting agent cures, a hard but flexible crust
will develop.
Applications of binder to protect stockpiles can be
made with conventional spray equipment. Hydroseeders are ideal for mixing and spraying the
binder. Trucks usually used to spray the haul roads
can be replumbed and used. The main concerns are
to reach all areas of the pile with the sprayed solutions while minimizing run-off and waste of the
binder solution.
DusTreat DC9136 may be used for crusting materials in rail cars or trucks. This will suppress fugitive
emissions and reduce the potential for freezing by
inhibiting water penetration. Other applications of
DusTreat DC9136 include ash piles, soil stabilization,
road berms, and pile crusting for various solid materials.
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Treatment and Feeding Requirements
Proper treatment levels for DusTreat DC9136 depend on many factors. The binder concentration, as
well as the volume of diluted binder applied, is influenced by the type of material treated, its particle
size and density, and the amount of time available
to spray the surface. This product should be used in
accordance with control parameters GE establishes
for a specific application.
General Properties
Physical properties of DusTreat DC9136 are shown
on the Material Safety Data Sheet, a copy of which
is available on request.
Packaging Information
DusTreat DC9136 is a liquid blend, available in a
variety of containers and delivery methods. Contact
your GE sales representative for details.
Safety Precautions
A Material Safety Data Sheet containing detailed
information about this product is available on request.
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