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New laboratory research on QZ achieves control of quagga mussels twice as quickly as zebra mussels
Recently published research on EarthTec QZ shows that high dose rates achieve total mortality of quagga mussels twice as quickly as zebra mussels, which can help product applicators optimize treatment solutions. ROGERS, AR – New research on EarthTec QZ tests the...
Industry Experts Present EarthTec QZ at Western Regional Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species
At this year's Western Regional Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species, industry representatives presented EarthTec QZ as an alternative treatment for invasive mussels, focusing on its low-dose rates and minimal impact on non-target organisms. SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Two...
EarthTec QZ treatment part of Colorado Parks and Wildlife zebra mussel eradication plan for Highline Lake
Colorado Parks and Wildlife will use EarthTec QZ to contain and eradicate zebra mussels from Highline Lake. Loma, CO. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has approved a plan to eradicate zebra mussels from Highline Lake in Highline Lake State Park. The invasive...
Earth Science Labs raises zebra mussel awareness with webinar for virtual-learning students
Earth Science Labs’ aquatic invasive species specialist connects with Kentucky science teacher to raise zebra mussel awareness with student webinar.
New water treatment technologies a key focus of incoming General Manager at Earth Science Laboratories
Earth Science Laboratories is expanding to create new opportunities in the water treatment industry. Roderick Abinet joined ESL in August to helm the company’s Municipal Water division. The division has been a mainstay at ESL as the Northwest Arkansas based platform chemicals company has . . .
Austin approves EarthTec QZ for zebra mussel control in water treatment plants
The Austin City Council has approved a multi-million-dollar plan to control zebra mussels in the city’s three water treatment plants. The approval comes nearly a year after Austin residents endured foul-smelling water for over a week last February. The noxious smell was caused by . . .
Chinese pond mussels eradicated from New Jersey nature preserve
In a notably successful campaign against a troublesome invasive species, Fish and Wildlife Service officials today are applauding the eradication of a dinner plate-sized foreign intruder from New Jersey ponds.
Invasive mussel control a key topic at National Association of Lake Managers meeting
Invasive mussel control will be a key topic at the upcoming NALMS symposium in Burlington, Vermont. The event will feature a tour of the city’s . . .
Zebra mussel rapid response plan to protect Columbia River in Pacific Northwest
The Army Corps of Engineers is preparing a rapid response against zebra mussels should an infestation occur. The Corps’ proposed action plan details how . . .
Zebra mussel control a hot topic in Alabama and Mississippi
The Mississippi River is a zebra mussel highway. The mighty river has carried the invasive mussels from the Great Lakes to the Gulf states. Its tributaries have brought zebra mussels east and west. This month, water treatment experts from two southern states will learn how to stop the tiny invaders.
EarthTec QZ achieves 100% quagga mussel mortality in Canadian pilot study
EarthTec QZ achieved complete quagga mussel mortality in a recent study by Canadian Researchers. Ian Lake-Thompson and Ron Hofmann tested EarthTec QZ in real-world conditions at a Toronto water treatment plant. They found that . . .
Quagga mussel eradication confirmed in historic Pennsylvania lake
Recent test results show no evidence of invasive mussels in the historic Billmeyer Quarry near Bainbridge, Pennsylvania. The results offer renewed hope that a recent quagga mussel eradication project was successful. If the quagga mussel population fails to rebound . . .
Water treatment plants controlling zebra mussels and cyanobacteria through chemistry
Environmental chemist will present an effective solution for eradicating zebra mussels and controlling cyanobacteria at annual meeting of Pennsylvania water experts. STATE COLLEGE, Penn. – Zebra mussels are in the news again. While Austin, Texas, continues to grapple...
Earth Science Laboratories expands engineering and manufacturing
Earth Science Laboratories adds new Chemical Engineer to Direct Plant Expansion. BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Earth Science Laboratories (ESL) is expanding the engineering and manufacturing team. Nathan Bearden joined ESL in May to lead further expansion of chemical production...
Stopping invasive zebra mussels discussion topic at hydropower conference
Invasive species experts from Earth Science Labs discuss controlling zebra mussels at international conference in North Carolina. CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Zebra mussels are on the move. Since the 1980s they have expanded from the Great Lakes to the Gulf Coast. Hydropower...
Earth Science Laboratories expands research and development
Earth Science Laboratories adds new Laboratory Director to Research and Development Team. BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Earth Science Laboratories (ESL) is expanding its Research and Development division. Dr. John Hatten joined ESL in February to direct the company’s Arkansas...
Quagga mussels eradicated from Pennsylvania lake
Quagga mussels have been eradicated from a 29-acre lake in a project led by Earth Science Laboratories (ESL). Tests have shown that the historic Billmeyer Quarry in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is currently free of adult quagga mussels and their microscopic larvae, called veligers. The announcement marks a historic . . .
Pennsylvania water managers will confer with experts on killing zebra mussels
Annual Meeting of Pennsylvania Water Managers Will Include Discussion with Experts from Earth Science Laboratories on Killing Zebra Mussels POCONO MANOR, Penn. – Pennsylvania has mussel problems. Zebra mussels in major watersheds across the state pose a costly threat...