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  • Supplies
    • Hydroseed Mulch
    • Hydroseeding Tackifier
    • Hydroseeding Amendments
    • Erosion Control Blankets
    • Turf Reinforcement Mat
    • Hydroseeding Hose
    • TurfMaker® Parts
    • Hydroseeding Nozzles
    • Supplies
  • Equipment Sales
    • New Hydroseeders for Sale
    • Used Hydroseeder for Sale
    • Straw Blowers for Sale
    • Turf Teq For Sale
    • Sock Master Auger Bucket
    • Staple Guns and Staples
    • TurfMaker
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  • Equipment Rental
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  • Area Calculation (PDF)
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HYDROSEEDING TACKIFIER

The Role of Tackifiers in Hydroseeding

 Hydroseeding tackifiers are an essential component in the hydroseeding process, acting as a glue that binds soil particles and mulch material together. This adhesive quality plays a critical role in preventing erosion, enhancing seed-to-soil contact, and ensuring the successful establishment of vegetation. Tackifiers are especially crucial in areas prone to wind and water erosion, steep slopes, and environments where rapid vegetation growth is needed to stabilize the soil. 

 

Tackifiers increase the effectiveness of hydroseeding by:


  • Enhancing Mulch Stability: They help the mulch layer adhere to the soil surface, reducing the risk of it being washed or blown away.


  • Improving Moisture Retention: By binding the mulch and soil particles, tackifiers help to retain moisture near the seed, promoting germination and growth.


  • Increasing Erosion Control: They provide immediate soil stabilization, protecting against erosion while the seeds germinate, and vegetation establishes.


  • Supporting Seed Germination: Tackifiers improve seed-to-soil contact, a key factor in successful seed germination and establishment.

 

 

Selecting the Right Tackifier


 The choice of tackifier depends on several factors, including the specific needs of the project, environmental conditions, and the type of soil and mulch being used. Considerations such as the tackifier's longevity, biodegradability, and potential impact on the environment and local ecosystem are important in selecting the most appropriate product.

Hydroseeding Tackifiers

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  • ApplegateMulch™
  • Turf Blaster®


Selecting the Right Tackifier

 The choice of tackifier depends on several factors, including the specific needs of the project, environmental conditions, and the type of soil and mulch being used. Considerations such as the tackifier's longevity, biodegradability, and potential impact on the environment and local ecosystem are important in selecting the most appropriate product.



Types of Tackifiers


There are several types of tackifiers used in hydroseeding, each with its own properties and advantages. Polyacrylamide (PAM) and Guar Gum are among the most popular:


  • Polyacrylamide (PAM): A synthetic tackifier that is highly effective in binding soil particles together, offering excellent erosion control and water retention.


  • Guar Gum: A natural, biodegradable tackifier derived from guar beans, known for its soil stabilizing properties and compatibility with a wide range of products.


 Tackifiers are a vital ingredient in the hydroseeding mix, providing the necessary adhesion and stability to ensure the success of erosion control and vegetation establishment projects. With the right tackifier, hydroseeding can effectively protect vulnerable soil surfaces, promote rapid vegetation growth, and achieve long-term soil stabilization goals. 

Turf Blaster® Products

Turf Blaster® O.G. TAC™ (Organic Guar Tackifier)

5 lb. bag

40 lb. case (8 x 5 lb. bags)

50 lb. bag


Turf Blaster® ECO TAC™ (PAM Tackifier)

3 lb. jug

5 lb. bag

6 lb. jug

12 lb. case (4 x 3 lb. jugs)

24 lb. case (4 x 6 lb. jugs)

40 lb. case (8 x 5 lb. bags)

50 lb. bag


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Verdyol

 Ver-Tak Scientific (Soil tackifier and conditioner)

 25 lb. in a  5 gallon bucket 



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ApplegateMulch™

PRO-TAC™ (Sodium acrylate / acrylamide copolymer)

3 lb. jug

5 lb. bag

6 lb. jug

12 lb. case (4 x 3 lb. jugs)

24 lb. case (4 x 6 lb. jugs)

40 lb. case (8 x 5 lb. bags)

50 lb. bag 


G-TAC™ (premium cross-linked guar gum tackifier)

5 lb. bag

40 lb. case (8 x 5 lb. bags)

50 lb. bag 


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