PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

SPECTAC™ is an organic tackifier manufactured in the USA and is specifically designed for use as a hydraulically applied erosion control tackifier. SPECTAC™ is used as a stand-alone temporary erosion control product or with wood, paper, or other native fiber mulches to provide superior bonding strength. SPECTAC™ is specifically designed to develop optimal slurry viscosity to improve sprayability and pump performance. SPECTAC™ disperses in water creating a lump free slurry, saving time and money.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES FOR EROSION CONTROL

It is recommended that SPECTAC™ be applied at 10 to 25 lbs per 1000 gallons of water depending on machine capacity. When used as an overspray for straw, use SPECTAC™ more concentrated at the rate of 40 lbs in 1000 gallons per acre with the use of 150 to 300 lbs of mulch as a marker.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add water to tank to cover blades of lower agitator.
  2. Add SPECTAC™ slowly while filling tank with agitator at high speed.

PACKAGING

SPECTAC™ is packaged in 50 lb bags, 40 bags per pallet with stretched wrapped cover and pallet liner.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Product Basics

SPECTAC is an organic, U.S.-manufactured dispersible polysaccharide tackifier formulated for hydraulically applied erosion control. It can be used as a stand-alone temporary soil stabilizer or combined with wood, paper, or native fiber mulches to enhance erosion protection and improve soil bonding strength.

SPECTAC is engineered to produce optimal slurry viscosity, which enhances:

  • Sprayability

  • Pump performance

  • Fiber-to-soil bonding

  • Uniform coverage on slopes
    Its rapid dispersion in water ensures a lump-free slurry, reducing labor time and application costs.

Yes. SPECTAC is compatible with:

  • Wood fiber mulch

  • Paper mulch

  • Native fiber blends
    Using SPECTAC with mulch increases adhesion, slope stabilization, and erosion resistance across a wider range of soil conditions.

Applications & Mixing

For most hydroseeding and erosion control applications, apply:

  • 10–25 lbs per 1,000 gallons of water (standard hydraulic application)

  • 40 lbs per 1,000 gallons of water per acre when used as a straw overspray, along with 150–300 lbs of mulch as a visual marker

Below are the recommended SPECTAC usage rates per acre:

Slope Ratio Recommended Rate (lb/acre)
Flat 30–80 lb/acre
1:4 50–100 lb/acre
1:3 80–120 lb/acre
1:2 100–170 lb/acre

Use higher rates for steeper slopes or areas with high erosion risk.

To properly mix SPECTAC in a hydroseeder or application tank:

  1. Add water to the tank until it covers the lower agitator blades.

  2. Slowly add SPECTAC while filling the tank with the agitator running at high speed.

  3. Once fully blended, add mulch, seed, and fertilizer if required for your project.

This method ensures fast dispersion and a smooth, lump-free slurry.

Yes. SPECTAC is designed to disperse quickly in water, preventing clumping and reducing mixing time. This improves job efficiency and lowers application labor costs.