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Article: Sodium Polyacrylates in Horticulture -- Agrilizer Time Release Fertilizers.
- Article from:
- Canadian Chemical News
- Article date:
- May 1, 2000
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This new environmentally friendly product uses post industrial polyacrylates to supply moisture and fertilizer on demand.
Research focused on the application of Sodium Polyacrylates in horticulture has been under way for the past six years by Agrilizer Inc.'s development team. Initial research was undertaken as a continuance of knowledge of super absorbent polymers acquired in part during the development of a recycling process to accommodate disposable diapers, feminine protection products, and other personal care products. In the development of a mechanical/chemical process to recycle personal care products as mentioned, a wide variety of raw materials and waste ...