When You Need Zero Vegetation
Some industrial surfaces require complete vegetation control, not management, but elimination. Pipe yards, equipment laydown areas, gravel pads, and processing facility perimeters all need bare ground for safety, access, and fire prevention.
Bare ground sterilants provide season-long or multi-season vegetation control depending on the product and application rate. We use soil-active herbicides approved for industrial use under Alberta's EPEA regulations.
Important: Sterilants Are Not Suitable for All Sites
Bare ground sterilants should not be applied near water bodies, drainage paths, or areas planned for future reclamation. We assess every site for suitability before application.
Applications
Industrial yards and equipment laydown areas
Pipe storage and fabrication yards
Gravel pad maintenance around wellheads
Processing facility perimeters and fire guards
Rail siding and loading dock areas
Tank farm and containment berm surfaces
Our Process
Site assessment for environmental suitability
Product selection based on soil type and required duration
Application with calibrated equipment
Buffer zones established around sensitive areas
Post-application documentation and efficacy monitoring
Re-application scheduling as part of annual maintenance programs
Frequently asked questions
What are bare ground sterilants?
PWW Services applies bare ground sterilants in Alberta as soil-applied herbicides that prevent all vegetation growth for an extended period. They're used on well pads, compressor stations, tank farms, and equipment yards where vegetation-free surfaces are required for safety and operations.
How long do bare ground sterilants last?
PWW Services advises Alberta operators that bare ground sterilants can provide vegetation-free control for 6-12 months, depending on the product and application rate. Annual reapplication is typically required to maintain bare ground status.