Download Pro 2000 Ice Melt

Pro 2000 Ice Melt
Calcium magnesium acetate (CMA) - was developed as an environmentally responsible
alternative to road salt. It is the safest of all ice melting chemicals in regards to
vegetation, concrete, water sources, and the applicator. CMA is non-corrosive,
biodegradable and can effectively prevent the formation of ice-surface bonds when
applied prior to precipitation. Research even suggests that CMA’s coating action reduces
the risk of moisture penetration and surface damage.
Years of research and field applications have proven CMA is no more corrosive than tap
water and does not harm vegetation or receiving waters.
Environmental Impact
Soils
Vegetation
CMA
Biodegradable in soil. No
adverse effect on soil
compaction and strength.
Increases soil permeability
Chloride Ice Melters
Chloride may accumulate in
soil. Breaks down soil
structure, increases erosion.
Causes soil compaction,
which decreases
permeability.
Little or no adverse effect.
Osmotic stress and soil
May stimulate plant growth. compaction harm root
Acetate ion is the most
systems. Spray causes
abundant organic acid
foliage dehydration
metabolite found in nature. damage. Many plant
species are salt sensitive.