What Global Environmental Solutions does

Global Environmental Solutions (GES) is a US-based manufacturer of environmentally safe, polymer-based products for dust control, soil stabilization, and water infrastructure applications. Founded in 2001 as DirtGlue Enterprises, LLC by US Navy veteran Chris Rider, the company operates from New Hampshire and serves municipal water utilities, industrial operators, mining, construction, equestrian, and energy customers across multiple segments. The core technology is a proprietary acrylic polymer emulsion (DirtGlue®) enhanced with proprietary additives for UV stability, bonding strength, and hydrophobicity, differentiating from cheaper vinyl-based alternatives. The product portfolio has expanded to roughly 14 branded lines including DustLess, ArenaKleen, MasonProof, PotHoleGlue, and the DGE Polymer Pavement System, and in January 2026 GES acquired Environmental Controls Company (ECC) to add the EnviroBalls™ modular floating HDPE water cover system used for evaporation reduction and water quality protection.

GES generates revenue through direct, project-based product sales with no publicly disclosed pricing tiers; every engagement involves project evaluation, coverage modeling, and application-specific engineering guidance, indicating a consultative, sales-led go-to-market with technical support built into the transaction. Pricing is unit-based, tied to surface area and application scope, with billing typically structured as one-time purchases per project rather than recurring subscriptions. The company distributes primarily through a direct sales model in North America (with stated global product utilization), supplemented by website lead capture, trade show presence at events such as ACE2026 and AWWA conferences, and earned media via press releases. Customer concentration is diversified across verticals, with named use cases spanning state park trail projects, municipal drinking water reservoirs, mining haul roads, and equestrian facilities, and the business is privately held with no disclosed external funding, parent company, or institutional ownership.

Name

Global Environmental Solutions

Legal name

Global Environmental Solutions LLC

Website

https://globalenvironmentalsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Global Environmental Solutions manufactures proprietary acrylic-polymer soil stabilizers, dust suppressants, masonry waterproofing treatments, and floating water cover systems for municipalities, mining, industrial, construction, and equestrian customers in North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Soil Stabilization & Environmental Protection Products

NAICS

Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561), Surface Active Agent Manufacturing (325613)

SIC

Specialty Cleaning, Polishing And Sanitation Preparations (2842), Adhesives & Sealants (2891)

akta.pro primary industry

Erosion Control & Land Stabilization (BPABADAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ex-Situ Treatment & Soil Washing / Stabilization (BPALAKAE)

Keywords

• Soil stabilization products
• Dust control solutions
• Erosion control polymers
• Water evaporation reduction
• Masonry waterproofing

Headquarters

HQ city

Salem

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: GES generates revenue through direct product sales of its proprietary polymer-based solutions for dust control, soil stabilization, water infrastructure, and related applications. Products are sold to industrial, municipal, and commercial customers for project-specific applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Global Environmental Solutions (GES) manufactures and sells proprietary polymer-based chemical products for dust control, soil stabilization, and erosion prevention, along with modular floating water cover systems for water infrastructure. The flagship DirtGlue® polymer family bonds soil particles to form protective crusts that prevent wind and water erosion, while EnviroBalls™ HDPE sphere systems reduce evaporation, suppress odors, and limit algae growth on reservoir and wastewater surfaces. Supporting products address masonry waterproofing, pothole repair, equestrian arenas, and recreational trails.

Product overview

Global Environmental Solutions (GES) offers a comprehensive suite of environmentally-friendly physical products for dust control, soil stabilization, and water infrastructure applications. The core product family is the DirtGlue polymer-based line, which includes flagship products like DirtGlue Polymer (soil stabilization and erosion control), DirtGlue Industrial Polymer (heavy-duty industrial applications), and the DGE Polymer Pavement System (asphalt alternative). Supporting products include DustLess (dust suppressant), ArenaKleen (equestrian dust control), PotHoleGlue (pothole repair), and MasonProof (masonry waterproofing). Specialty products include DGBalance (combined dust control and stabilization), DGCool (cold climate applications), DirtGlue Jump (recreational trails), and DirtGlueDry (powdered polymer for pavers). Following the January 2026 acquisition of Environmental Controls Company (ECC), GES expanded into floating water cover technology under the EnviroBalls brand, offering modular HDPE sphere systems for evaporation reduction, algae control, and wildlife deterrence in reservoirs and wastewater facilities. All products emphasize environmental safety and non-toxic formulations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DirtGlue: Flagship polymer-based soil stabilization product line for dust control and erosion prevention
• DustLess
• ArenaKleen
• DGBalance
• DirtGlue Industrial
• DGCool
• TerraDry
• PotHoleGlue
• MasonProof
• EnviroBalls
• CompoMulch
• DirtGlue Jump
• DGE Polymer Pavement System

Products and services

• DirtGlue Polymer A liquid concentrate polymer that, when diluted with water and applied to soil, bonds soil particles together to form a protective crust that prevents dust, sediment, and erosion for extended periods. Non-hazardous and environmentally safe. Sold to industrial, municipal, mining, and construction customers for soil stabilization and erosion control.
• DirtGlue Industrial Polymer A high-tech polymer emulsion bonding agent engineered for industrial applications including paths, parking lots, and tertiary gravel roads. Water-soluble, non-hazardous, contains no harmful chemicals. Used by road building contractors and industrial site operators.
• DustLess A highly refined organic fluid dust suppressant for high-traffic areas such as construction sites, unpaved roads, gravel parking lots, mining sites, and quarries. Ready to use with no water or mixing required. Proven non-toxic to humans, animals, marine life, and plants, and provides up to 12 months of dust control with a single application.
• ArenaKleen Horse arena dust control product formulated to work with all types of riding arena footing including sand, stone dust, fiber products, and rubber blends. Never dries up, evaporates, hardens, or washes away with rain; lasts all season with zero water application.
• DGBalance A proprietary blend of organic compounds providing dust control combined with shear control and stabilization. Environmentally friendly, non-toxic, applicable above 32°F. Sold to industrial and equestrian customers needing combined dust suppression and stabilization.
• DGCool A cold climate polymer designed to bond soil particles together and stand up to cold temperatures down to 32°F / 0°C. Penetrates surfaces and forms a tough but flexible protective layer. Used for stockpile capping, slope stabilization, and embankment work in colder environments.
• DirtGlueDry A powdered polymer engineered to be mixed with sand to eliminate washouts and erosion between pavers, bricks, patio blocks, and flagstones in walkways, driveways, and patios. Helps keep pavers in place and prevents weed and ant growth in joints.
• DGE Polymer Pavement System A patented zero-VOC paving alternative to traditional road building. Placed at ambient temperatures, it offers lifespan, durability, and functionality similar to asphalt while preserving natural aggregate aesthetics. Used by municipalities and road building contractors.
• PotHoleGlue A multi-component pothole repair system that produces a catalytic reaction for powerful, durable, and easy-to-apply permanent pothole repair. Cures at or above freezing temperatures. Used by municipalities and contractors for permanent road repairs.
• MasonProof A colorless, non-film-forming masonry waterproofing treatment using nano-sized organo-silane/siloxane concentrates. Penetrates up to 5mm deep into masonry substrates to inhibit water absorption while maintaining breathability. Used by masonry contractors and property owners on foundations and walls.
• EnviroBalls Floating Water Cover System A modular floating water cover system using hollow HDPE spheres that float on water surfaces to form a self-adjusting coverage layer. Reduces evaporation by up to 80%, suppresses odors and chemical emissions, limits UV penetration to reduce algae growth, and deters wildlife. Available in 4.0, 2.0, and 1.5 inch sizes. Sold to municipal water utilities, industrial operators, and commercial water systems.
• TerraDry A waterproofing agent used in conjunction with DirtGlue products for road base stabilization. Allows use of in-situ cohesive and inferior soils, saving time, expense, and resources in road construction.
• CompoMulch A hydromulch tackifier product containing 30% compost for a better growing medium. Used in hydroseeding applications to bind soil, seed, and mulch while preventing washouts.
• DirtGlue Jump A water-based adhesive engineered to bond soil particles for BMX, mountain biking, and recreational dirt trail construction. Used by trail builders and bike park operators.
• DirtGlue LandScaper Helper

Quantifiable outcome

• Evaporation reduction up to 80% with EnviroBalls
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cypher Environmental: Cypher Environmental manufactures dust control and road stabilization products using polymer-based technology, including EarthZyme and Dust Stop. Closely comparable to GES's DirtGlue polymer chemistry and dust suppressant positioning.
• EnviroTech Services: EnviroTech Services provides dust control and soil stabilization solutions, including anti-icing and road stabilization products. Directly competes with GES in dust suppression and unpaved road treatment for municipal and industrial customers.
• SoilWorks: SoilWorks develops and supplies soil stabilization and dust control products, including the Soiltac polymer emulsion. Direct peer in acrylic-polymer soil stabilization with comparable technology approach to GES's DirtGlue.
• Midwest Industrial Supply: Midwest Industrial Supply is a leading manufacturer of dust control and soil stabilization products for mining, unpaved roads, and industrial applications. Directly comparable to GES's DustLess and DirtGlue product lines serving overlapping mining and construction customers.
• Aerix Industries: Aerix Industries specializes in dust control and foam-based dust suppression systems for mining, ports, and industrial applications. Comparable to GES in dust suppression solutions targeting mining and heavy industrial customers.
• Terra Novo: Terra Novo produces soil stabilization and erosion control products including Raise-R-Plate and similar polymer-based binders. Directly comparable to GES's DirtGlue Industrial Polymer and TerraDry product lines for dust and erosion control.
• J.J. Ferguson Group: J.J. Ferguson Group provides erosion control and sediment control solutions including hydroseeding, erosion blankets, and related products. Comparable to GES in erosion control and ground stabilization for construction and infrastructure projects.

Regional players

• Halliburton Energy Services: Halliburton offers dust control and site stabilization solutions as part of its oil & gas field services portfolio in North America. Comparable to GES's energy-vertical offerings, though Halliburton operates at much larger scale and primarily upstream energy segment.

Broad incumbents

• Hexion: Hexion is a major specialty chemicals producer with polymer and resin technologies serving industrial applications. Broader incumbent in polymer chemistry with capabilities overlapping GES's acrylic polymer emulsions for industrial binders.
• Profile Products: Profile Products is a large specialty manufacturer of erosion control, vegetation establishment, and hydromulching/tackifier products. Comparable to GES's CompoMulch tackifier and erosion control offerings, with a broader portfolio and larger scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

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