RTA-YHTIÖT is over 50 years old Finnish contractor company that works with large-scale infrastructure and industrial projects. RTA-YHTIÖT has been using Kemion’s dust binding and de-icing solutions for several years. Responsibility and work safety are important to RTA-YHTIÖT which is why they are taken into account in all operations. The themes can also be seen in the selection of dust binding and de-icing products.
Description of the contract site
In the treated area, dust binding is done in a variety of ways on both asphalt and unpaved roads. There is constant traffic at the destination and several roads in the area on which up to dozens of trucks can drive daily. Both heavy equipment and constant traffic contribute to dust. Also, part of the traffic takes place in a sandy area, which increases the spread of dust in the area even more.
Dusting causes many challenges
Dust causes many kinds of harm. Due to dusting, the fine material of the road structure is removed which causes the roads to deteriorate. People moving and passing by in the area are exposed to the harmful effects of dust. Abundant dust also causes aesthetic damage. In addition, accumulated dust can cause problems for process equipment and vehicles parked in the area.
Dust control was previously done with water, which tied up both personnel and equipment resources, especially during hot periods of summer. On warm days, the effect of the water irrigation runs out quickly after the water evaporates and because of that, dust binding requires several treatments. In addition to the fact that several treatments were required, much more water was also consumed. Kemion’s longer-term solution released resources for other tasks.
Suitable products and methods increase work safety and save resources
With the help of Kemion’s environmentally friendly solutions, RTA-YHTIÖT wanted to increase safety, improve air quality, and reduce the harm caused to passerby from dust. The effective Eco-Binder F solution was chosen for the dust binding because of its sustainability. Environmental friendliness was emphasized in the selection of the dust binding agent, and the environmental requirements set by the customer for the contract played an important role. Also, the fact that the treated area is located in a groundwater area, where the use of traditional road salt is not possible, was significantly influenced the choice of the product. Due to its biodegradability, Eco-Binder F is an excellent choice for dust binding in the area. The product is well suited to the application also because it can be used to treat different surfaces and materials.
Excellent experiences
RTA-YHTIÖT has had great results from dust binding with Eco-Binder F. The key to successful experience is planning. The dust binding treatments are scheduled so that there are no upcoming heavy rains, in which case the product’s effectiveness can be fully exploited. “The application of the product is timed so that it is applied to a moist base according to the instructions given. The effect has lasted a long time.” says supervisor Antti Laitinen from RTA-YHTIÖT.
Quick response and deliveries times received special praise. “Not many companies are capable of a similar speed.” says equipment manager Kai Charpentier from RTA-YHTIÖT. Kemion always strives to answer inquiries on the same day and to handle deliveries as soon as possible. This ensures that unexpectedly dust problems encountered by customers can be dealt quickly and safely.
Learn more about Kemion’s dust binding solutions here. You can find more information about RTA-YHTIÖT from their websites.
