Megan

Eroded area alongside a field

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6 Tips for Road Erosion Control (And Why You Need It)

You’ve heard the saying, “The best defense is a good offense.” That’s true in sports and erosion control. We'll explore the root causes of soil erosion. Then, we’ll talk about six ways to prevent erosion with road construction, maintenance, and...

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Magnesium chloride salt crystals

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What Is Magnesium Chloride, and What's It Used for?

Magnesium chloride is a dust control solution, road deicer, and soil stabilizer. Many county governments use it on both paved and unpaved roads, but...

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Image of an enzyme, substrate, and active site

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What's an Enzyme, and How Does It Work?

At Substrata, our products all contain enzymes. But what are enzymes, and what do they do?

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Three types of erosion including a collapsed road on a cliffside

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Types of Soil Erosion and Their Environmental Impact

Erosion occurs when rocks and soil break down or wash away. Communities and companies worldwide battle erosion daily—from roads collapsing to soil...

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Close-up of aggregate rocks

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What Is Aggregate Rock?

In simple terms, aggregates are rocks. However, they're more than that. Aggregate is a valuable resource for county road supervisors and private...

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Enlarged digital polymer molecule with soil

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Polymer Soil Stabilization & When You Should Use It

Polymer soil stabilizers help contractors and engineers improve compaction, prevent erosion, suppress dust, restore foundations, and more. Even...

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