Calcium Chloride is refined from naturally occurring brine material. This material is relatively low in toxicity and should present no unusual hazards to environment under most circumstances. Calcium Chloride presents the same handling concerns as other inorganic chlorides, such as sodium chloride. Reasonable handling, care and...
Calcium Chloride is the most effective accelerator for concrete because of its strength and quality. Concrete is produced at an estimated rate of 9 BILLION cubic yards per year. It is the most widely consumed substance on Earth, second only to water. If the temperature...
Anti-icing, de-icing and pre-wetting materials are different ways to use Calcium Chloride in winter. At a recent educational session with DOT employees that use Calcium Chloride with Boost, there was a bit of confusion when it came to terminology that is commonly used throughout the...
To determine the amount of deicer for a parking lot, you need to do a few simple calculations based on area. You will also need a few simple tools to ensure accuracy. You can get an estimated distance by utilizing google maps. This works by...
Many of our customers turn to Full Depth Reclamation with Calcium Chloride as a better, cheaper and more effective means to rebuilding roads. If you have never done an FDR project, starting can sometimes seem overwhelming. Below is a basic breakdown of what Full Depth...
From May through the fall we spray a significant amount of Calcium Chloride in Indiana and Michigan for dust control. For most of our customers, only one treatment is needed per summer season. We are often asked “How can I prolong the effectiveness of my...
When June 1st rolls around, residents living on a gravel road know just how bad the dust can be and often begin looking for a dust control solution. The dust can make wanting to be outside and enjoy the nice weather a nuisance. Here in...
Calcium Chloride is an effective, long-lasting dust suppressant. To understand why and how, it is important to look at the chemical make-up of the Calcium Chloride solution. How Calcium Chloride Works to Control Dust Calcium Chloride is hygroscopic - it attracts moisture from the air and its...
Spring is fresh in the air which usually means it is time to think about things like drainage issues, pot holes and dust control. Before moving on to spring projects, we at GLC like to recommend spending a short amount of time properly wrapping-up winter....
Knowing the science behind how calcium chloride can melt snow and ice can help explain why it is a superior product when used for deicing. Calcium chloride (CaCl2) is one of nature’s uncommon wonders. It’s a specialty salt with unique properties that improve driving and...