Description
SoilGlu (Gluon) Soil Stabiliser is a versatile and highly effective solution for loose soil.
SoilGlu (GluOn) Soil Stabiliser FAQ
How long has it been on the market for?
SoilGlu (Gluon) Soil Stabiliser has been widely used across Australia for over 6 years mainly in the mining industry but more recently in the landscaping and civil industries as well.
Is SoilGlu (Gluon) ecofriendly?
Yes, see the environmental impact assessment statement.
Does it expire?
We recommend using SoilGlu (Gluon) within two years from purchase when kept sealed, stored in shade and in a cool environment.
I have a large project; can I buy in bulk?
Yes, we also sell SoilGlu (Gluon) in 1,000 litre IBC’s. Please contact us directly for further details.
Will SoilGlu (Gluon) work with large aggregates?
When using large aggregate materials there will be larger voids between the material. The contact surface area between the material is smaller meaning less SoilGlu (Gluon) is holding the material effectively together. To resolve this, we recommend adding a smaller particle size filler to increase the contact area in the voids or to apply more SoilGlu (Gluon) than is recommended.
SoilGlu (Gluon) Soil Stabiliser has been widely used across Australia for over 6 years mainly in the mining industry but more recently in the landscaping and civil industries as well.
Is SoilGlu (Gluon) ecofriendly?
Yes, see the environmental impact assessment statement.
Does it expire?
We recommend using SoilGlu (Gluon) within two years from purchase when kept sealed, stored in shade and in a cool environment.
I have a large project; can I buy in bulk?
Yes, we also sell SoilGlu (Gluon) in 1,000 litre IBC’s. Please contact us directly for further details.
Will SoilGlu (Gluon) work with large aggregates?
When using large aggregate materials there will be larger voids between the material. The contact surface area between the material is smaller meaning less SoilGlu (Gluon) is holding the material effectively together. To resolve this, we recommend adding a smaller particle size filler to increase the contact area in the voids or to apply more SoilGlu (Gluon) than is recommended.
My SoilGlu (Gluon) has a skin on the surface, can I still use the product?
Yes. Treat SoilGlu (Gluon) like a tin of paint. Remove the skin then thoroughly mix the product before use.
What is the best kind of material to use?
SoilGlu (Gluon) binds any aggregate or sand material together. The structural strength of the application will be determined by the type of material and particle sizes used. For best strength, aim to use a blend of different material sizes. The following common materials are excellent use cases:
• Pea gravel with fines
• Laterite or decomposed gravels
• Limestone
• Cracker dust road base
• Recycled concrete, and
• Crushed brick fines. are all excellent use cases.
If working with fine sands, consider using a geocell support for structural strength.
How long does it take for SoilGlu (Gluon) to completely dry?
SoilGlu (Gluon) setting rate is dependent on the total water evaporation rate, which is affected by temperature, rain, quantity of SoilGlu (Gluon) used, quantity of water used, depth of application, moisture in the surrounding substrate, to name a few variables. This means the total setting time will be different for every application. As a guide, we estimate:
• In hot dry conditions (>25 C), surface SoilGlu (Gluon) will dry in a few hours and substrate SoilGlu (Gluon) will dry in a day or two.
• In cold dry conditions (<25 C), the surface may take a day to dry and substrate SoilGlu (Gluon) will dry in at least a few days.
In either case, for SoilGlu (Gluon) to set properly, any water present must fully evaporate. This means, rain or other wetting of the applied area / volume, before the SoilGlu (Gluon) first sets, will extend the total SoilGlu (Gluon) setting time.
How long is SoilGlu (Gluon) workable?
Spray-On application should not be worked. Therefore, assuming Mix & Compact application was used. SoilGlu (Gluon) mixed substrate can be moved, shaped, or compressed for up to a couple of hours after first mixing. The total time available to manipulate the substrate will depend on the temperature and amount of SoilGlu (Gluon) and water used.
It’s a hot dry day (> 40C), how do I make sure the product doesn’t dry too quickly?
The strength of SoilGlu (Gluon) binding is not dependent on the rate of drying. However, if you need more time to manage the SoilGlu (Gluon) mixed substrate, you can control the drying time by adding more water. As a rule, the hotter the conditions the less time will be available to manage (Mix and Compact) the substrate.
How do I know the Mix & Compact foundation is set? Is there a recommended test?
SoilGlu (Gluon) setting time depends on multiple variables. We recommend creating a small sample (30cm x 30cm x Target Depth) next to the actual application to test internal setting is complete. To do this:
• Create a small Sample next to the actual Application Area (30cm x 30cm x Target Depth).
• Measure the time (hours) for the surface and sides of the Application / Sample area to fully dry (it will be clear - not milky).
• Multiply the surface / side setting time (hours) by 8 to estimate the suggested total setting time (hours) of the substrate.
• Wait until the suggested total setting time is reached, then attempt to break the Sample in half.
• If the sample doesn’t break, then the application area is most likely set.
• If the sample does break, then inspect the break for signs of moisture and wait as long as seems safe before assuming it is fully dry and therefore fully set.
Example 1 - the surface / side drying time was 3 hours in 25C on a sunny day with no rain forecasted, the suggested waiting time is calculated to be 24hrs (3hrs x 8). After attempting to break the sample, it appeared fully cemented and did not break.
Example 2 - the surface / side drying time was 10 hours in 15C on an overcast day with some rain forecasted in the next few days, the suggested waiting time is calculated to be 80 hrs (10hrs x 8). After attempting to break the sample, it did break using reasonable force. Inspecting the break showed signs of unset SoilGlu (Gluon) / moisture (some milkiness) in the middle but most of the sample was fully dried. We suggest waiting another 1-2 days before using the actual Application area.
What will the colour of the final product be after application?
SoilGlu (Gluon) is a white liquid including when mixed with water. It will appear white until it is fully dry. Use the colour as an indicator on the setting time, if the surface is white, it's not dry or set. Sometimes you will see a purple shine, this is the polymer solids reflecting sunlight. The application area will first have a milky look, but once the SoilGlu (Gluon) sets clear, the application area will have the natural colour of the soil.
How long before its reapplication?
This will depend on the use and wear and tear it receives.
• Non trafficable areas can last up to 10 years.
• Footpath can last up to 6 years.
• Roads can last up to 4 years.
This is based on correct application of mix & compact.
Areas that have received damage can be easily fixed and bonded back together by reapplication of SoilGlu (Gluon) and aggregates again.
Can I apply it when there is rain?
No. We strongly recommend waiting for clear weather before applying SoilGlu (Gluon).
What PPE should I wear when using the product?
The product is non-hazardous, non-dangerous, and environmentally friendly. However, we always recommend using appropriate PPE. This includes long sleave pants and shirt, gloves, and safety glasses.
I have spilled SoilGlu (Gluon); how do I remove it?
Wash the SoilGlu (Gluon) spill with water. If required, use a broom to brush the SoilGlu (Gluon) off the surface while spraying with water.
Yes. Treat SoilGlu (Gluon) like a tin of paint. Remove the skin then thoroughly mix the product before use.
What is the best kind of material to use?
SoilGlu (Gluon) binds any aggregate or sand material together. The structural strength of the application will be determined by the type of material and particle sizes used. For best strength, aim to use a blend of different material sizes. The following common materials are excellent use cases:
• Pea gravel with fines
• Laterite or decomposed gravels
• Limestone
• Cracker dust road base
• Recycled concrete, and
• Crushed brick fines. are all excellent use cases.
If working with fine sands, consider using a geocell support for structural strength.
How long does it take for SoilGlu (Gluon) to completely dry?
SoilGlu (Gluon) setting rate is dependent on the total water evaporation rate, which is affected by temperature, rain, quantity of SoilGlu (Gluon) used, quantity of water used, depth of application, moisture in the surrounding substrate, to name a few variables. This means the total setting time will be different for every application. As a guide, we estimate:
• In hot dry conditions (>25 C), surface SoilGlu (Gluon) will dry in a few hours and substrate SoilGlu (Gluon) will dry in a day or two.
• In cold dry conditions (<25 C), the surface may take a day to dry and substrate SoilGlu (Gluon) will dry in at least a few days.
In either case, for SoilGlu (Gluon) to set properly, any water present must fully evaporate. This means, rain or other wetting of the applied area / volume, before the SoilGlu (Gluon) first sets, will extend the total SoilGlu (Gluon) setting time.
How long is SoilGlu (Gluon) workable?
Spray-On application should not be worked. Therefore, assuming Mix & Compact application was used. SoilGlu (Gluon) mixed substrate can be moved, shaped, or compressed for up to a couple of hours after first mixing. The total time available to manipulate the substrate will depend on the temperature and amount of SoilGlu (Gluon) and water used.
It’s a hot dry day (> 40C), how do I make sure the product doesn’t dry too quickly?
The strength of SoilGlu (Gluon) binding is not dependent on the rate of drying. However, if you need more time to manage the SoilGlu (Gluon) mixed substrate, you can control the drying time by adding more water. As a rule, the hotter the conditions the less time will be available to manage (Mix and Compact) the substrate.
How do I know the Mix & Compact foundation is set? Is there a recommended test?
SoilGlu (Gluon) setting time depends on multiple variables. We recommend creating a small sample (30cm x 30cm x Target Depth) next to the actual application to test internal setting is complete. To do this:
• Create a small Sample next to the actual Application Area (30cm x 30cm x Target Depth).
• Measure the time (hours) for the surface and sides of the Application / Sample area to fully dry (it will be clear - not milky).
• Multiply the surface / side setting time (hours) by 8 to estimate the suggested total setting time (hours) of the substrate.
• Wait until the suggested total setting time is reached, then attempt to break the Sample in half.
• If the sample doesn’t break, then the application area is most likely set.
• If the sample does break, then inspect the break for signs of moisture and wait as long as seems safe before assuming it is fully dry and therefore fully set.
Example 1 - the surface / side drying time was 3 hours in 25C on a sunny day with no rain forecasted, the suggested waiting time is calculated to be 24hrs (3hrs x 8). After attempting to break the sample, it appeared fully cemented and did not break.
Example 2 - the surface / side drying time was 10 hours in 15C on an overcast day with some rain forecasted in the next few days, the suggested waiting time is calculated to be 80 hrs (10hrs x 8). After attempting to break the sample, it did break using reasonable force. Inspecting the break showed signs of unset SoilGlu (Gluon) / moisture (some milkiness) in the middle but most of the sample was fully dried. We suggest waiting another 1-2 days before using the actual Application area.
What will the colour of the final product be after application?
SoilGlu (Gluon) is a white liquid including when mixed with water. It will appear white until it is fully dry. Use the colour as an indicator on the setting time, if the surface is white, it's not dry or set. Sometimes you will see a purple shine, this is the polymer solids reflecting sunlight. The application area will first have a milky look, but once the SoilGlu (Gluon) sets clear, the application area will have the natural colour of the soil.
How long before its reapplication?
This will depend on the use and wear and tear it receives.
• Non trafficable areas can last up to 10 years.
• Footpath can last up to 6 years.
• Roads can last up to 4 years.
This is based on correct application of mix & compact.
Areas that have received damage can be easily fixed and bonded back together by reapplication of SoilGlu (Gluon) and aggregates again.
Can I apply it when there is rain?
No. We strongly recommend waiting for clear weather before applying SoilGlu (Gluon).
What PPE should I wear when using the product?
The product is non-hazardous, non-dangerous, and environmentally friendly. However, we always recommend using appropriate PPE. This includes long sleave pants and shirt, gloves, and safety glasses.
I have spilled SoilGlu (Gluon); how do I remove it?
Wash the SoilGlu (Gluon) spill with water. If required, use a broom to brush the SoilGlu (Gluon) off the surface while spraying with water.
Do driplines erode it?
We have not done any tests with drip lines, however after SoilGlu (Gluon) has bonded and cured it does not break down from water submersion. We have conducted tests of treated brick like pucks that were fully submerged for over a week and found no alterations or signs of deterioration.
Can I repair a broken section?
Yes. Repairs can be made by using the same substrate material mixed with SoilGlu (Gluon) and then pushed into cracks to “glue” the crack into a single piece again. We recommend using the Spray-On application method to help maintain foundations.
We have not done any tests with drip lines, however after SoilGlu (Gluon) has bonded and cured it does not break down from water submersion. We have conducted tests of treated brick like pucks that were fully submerged for over a week and found no alterations or signs of deterioration.
Can I repair a broken section?
Yes. Repairs can be made by using the same substrate material mixed with SoilGlu (Gluon) and then pushed into cracks to “glue” the crack into a single piece again. We recommend using the Spray-On application method to help maintain foundations.
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