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address: 148 N 100 E
Smithfield UT 84335
phone: 435.563.8118
web: www.z-oliteinc.com

Basic Principles:

Z-Olite consists of a unique mineral called "clinoptilolite " which is of volcanic origin. Z-Olite holds moisture and plant nutrients naturally and consistently. The material is a pale green sand-sized granular product. It is available in many mesh sizes, including, but not limited to, the following: -14+40, -8,+14, -8+40.

Z-Olite has multiple methods of holding fluids and plant nutrients including absorption and "adsorption".

The first is by absorbtion. Example: It will absorb greater than 55% of its weight in water or other liquids. Water, ammonium (NH₄⁺), and other plant nutrients that are held in this position are loosely held and are water-soluble. This is the first big advantage; Z-Olite is a drought insurance program. In sandy soils where the water permeates through the growth zone to the aquifer, it will hold the water in the growth zone longer. Water usage can be reduced 10-30%.
The second method is by "adsorption" or cation exchange (measured as cation exchange capacity or "CEC").
Z-Olite holds cations such as ammonium (NH₄⁺), potassium, calcium, and other plant nutrients within the mineral lattice where it is not water-soluble. In a agriculture setting for example, the ammonium nitrogen (N) held in this position are plant accessible on a plant demand basis. The nitrogen in this position, for instance, will not burn the plant. This is the second big advantage. Z-Olite will hold ammonium fertilizers in the growth zone where they are plant accessible. This stops the leaching problem. Typically, 30 to 35 % of the nitrogen fertilizers leach directly to the water table where they cause pollution of the aquifer.

Summary For Why Z-Olite Works

Z-Olite brand clinoptilolite is a natural, organic, volcanic origin mineral. It makes an ideal soil amendment for the following reasons:

Z-Olite holds greater than 55% of its weight in water. Z-Olite’s molecular structure is very porous, which allows water to be held inside the granular structure. Z-Olite will hold dew, rainwater, and any source of water because it is hydro_philic. The net result is that less water is needed to maintain healthy plants (Approx. 15-30% less water). This is critical in our arid environment.
Z-Olite will hold ammonium (NH₄⁺)better than other clinoptilolites in the western U.S. This is because Z-Olite has a higher cationic exchange capacity (CEC). When used with highly soluble ammonium based fertilizers, the nitrogen will be held in the Z-Olite until a root accesses it. Therefore not as much fertilizer has to be used and nitrogen leaching is held at a minimum, if any at all.
Z-Olite will hold onto nitrogen pulled from rainwater after rainstorms, thereby fertilizing itself. Much less fertilizer is required after the application of Z-Olite.
The pale green color of this rock is not distracting if top-dressed on established grass. Z-Olite can be spread with a broadcast spreader. This greatly reduces application hassle and expense.
Z-Olite is a rock and will not break down. This means that a one time application is generally all that a facility needs.
Seeded grass germinates and establishes faster. Health of the turf and roots is visually evident. Fluctuations in color and leaf textures are much less with Z-Olite. Speed of establishment, and long term performance improvements will save time, money, and water.

Preferred Rates of Application of Z-Olite to turf grasses:

Apply 150-300 lb Z-Olite per 1000 ft² of topsoil. Tilling to 1-4"; gives the turfs roots a chance to have the most accessibility to the Z-Olite particles.
Apply 75-150 lbZ-Olite per 1000 ft² on ground before sod arrives. This puts Z-Olite right in the root growth zone.
Apply 75-150 lbZ-Olite per 1000 ft² on ground after aeration. This puts Z-Olite in the root growth zone, and on top of the root zone for effective moisture and nutrient retention.
Apply 50 -100 lb of Z-Olite per 1000 ft² on the surface of the sod/grass as a top-dressing. Top-dressing is effective, and eventually the Z-Olite will be incorporated into the soil. This is still a one-time application.

Methods of Application of Z-Olite to turf grasses:

Z-Olite Should be dry before application since it tends to stick together when wet.

For PTO or powered spreaders:
1. -8+40, -8+14 Z-Olite broadcast the most evenly.
2. -14+40 works also but it may 'trickle' out the back of the spreader without being flung by the rotating disks.
-14+40 Z-Olite works the best with hand spreaders.

Recommendations for Flower Beds, Trees, and Bushes:

Mix 10-20% Z-Olite, by volume, to soil and till 1-6".
Spread evenly around tree bases under bark during and after planting.

NOTE: Water immediatley after application of zeolite to living plants/roots. This puts the plants and Z-Olite, in equilibrium. After the first watering the zeolite will work in harmony with the soil. Not watering after applying to living plants can cause the Z-Olite to pull moisture out of the plant's soil, thus stressing the plant.

Specifications for Z-Olite Clinoptilolite
Mineral Component:		Typical 85% Balance opaline silica
General Formula:		(Na, K, Ca)_2-3Al₃(Al, Si)₂Si₁₃O₃₆-12H₂O
Cation Exchange Capacity:		150 to 180 meq/100 grams (as ammonium, NH₄)
Maximum Water Retention:		60% of Weight
Overall Surface Area:		24.9 meters²/gram
Bulk Density:		Approximately 55-60 lbs/foot³ (Varies according to MESH size)
Hardness:		3.5 to 4.0 Mohs
Crushing Strength:		2500 lbs/in³ (4200-6000 lbs/in³ in concrete tests)
LA Abrasion Test: (Wear Index)		24%
PH:		7 (Neutral)
Colour:		Pale Green
Chemical Composition:
Cations:	Potassium: 3.47%
	Calcium: 1.60%
	Sodium: <0.5%
Other Elements:	Cu 25 ppm			Zr 480 ppm		Nd 45 ppm
	Zn 35 ppm			Y 55 ppm		La 55 ppm
	Rb 120 ppm			Nb 40 ppm		Ba 1200 ppm
	Fe 1.3%			Sr 560 ppm		Ce 130 ppm
						Pb <30 ppm
Whole Rock Analytical Data:	SiO₂ 67.4%		Al₂O₃ 10.6%		Fe₂O₃ 1.7%
	MgO 0.45%		CaO 2.23%		Na₂O 0.59%
	K₂O 4.19%		TiO₂ 0.27%		P₂O₅ 0.10%
	MnO <0.01%				LOI@925C 11.4%
General Physical Attributes: Pale green color, non dusting, resistant to attrition, non clouding in liquids(due to absence of clays), good permeability, relatively high density, high water retention. Generally Regarded as Safe (G.R.A.S.) under 21 CFR Part 182.2729, 40 CFR Part 180.1001
Applications: Because of the absorbtion and adsorbtion qualities of Z-Olite it has many applications such as fertilizer and soil amendments; odor abatement; Nitrogen abatement (ammonia/ammonium); dessicants; animal feed additive supplements; oil spill sorbant; biological and animal waste management; plus many other uses.

Z-Olite Pricelist by the Tonne

Z-Olite MESH Sizes: -100, -40, 14x40, 8x40	1 Tonne	10 Tonnes	20 Tonnes	100 Tonnes	1000 Tonnes
Bulk Truck Z-Olite: (units of 20 tonnes) (a)	Bulk truck unavailable at this time
1 Tonne Z-Olite Supersack (FIBC) on pallets (1 bag / tonne) (b)	$370	$340	$320	$300	$290
25 kg. Z-Olite POLY bag on pallets: (40 bags / Metric Tonne) (c)	$400	$370	$350	$330	$310

*NOTE*
1 Tonne = 1000 kg = 2206 pounds

Package method:
(a) = Truckload (20, 40, 60 tonnes etc.)
(b) = Bag Size: 1 tonne
(c) = Bag Size: 25 kg (55 lb)

To calculate total cost (excluding shipping) go to the one of the following calculators:
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Bulk Calculator: if you know how much you want. (lbs, tonnes, cubic feet etc...)

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Prices subject to change without notice.
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Updated: 07/18/07 09:52:37 MDT