Stormwater water quality regulations are getting more restrictive, and best management practices (BMP) are evolving to meet the challenges of lower benchmarks and permit limits. BMPs are considerably more complex and costly than they’ve ever been. At the high end, systems such as electrocoagulation require a dedicated footprint, unrelenting maintenance and tens to hundreds of… Read more »

Using peat in environmental remediation is a natural fit. Peat’s intrinsic qualities make it an efficient, convenient and environmentally sound method of environmental remediation. Reed-sedge peat is primed to attract and bond dissolved a range of heavy metals including lead, cadmium, copper and zinc. Peat forms strong natural bonds with these metals through a process… Read more »

Across the Pacific Northwest, commercial and industrial buildings are outfitted with long-lasting metal roofing. These roofs are a cost-effective alternative to traditional asphalt-based shingles because they’re highly durable and can withstand the elements. Install once, and a building is set for low maintenance for many years. But – galvanized metal roofs come with a problem… Read more »

What is APTIVATOR™? Here at APT, it’s no secret that we’re all about peat. For the past 17 years, we’ve worked hard to unlock the power of peat through the manufacture of value-added products made from this abundant natural resource. Peat is a slowly self-renewing and valuable natural resource with untapped potential, and we are… Read more »

Keeping our customers and employees protected is our top priority. As COVID–19 continues to spread and impact our communities, the team at American Peat Technology is committed to staying informed. We are taking proactive steps to enhance our safety standards as we continue to provide our customers with the products and solutions they need. APT… Read more »