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Unlocking the Power of Thermal Shock: Satusteam™ at 100°C

By Jeremy Winer
17-Nov-23

Are you experiencing the common challenge of weed control, where traditional methods of spraying chemicals leave you wondering just how much personal exposure is too much and what the off target implications may be for our environment?

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Busting the Steam Weeding Myth: Satusteam™ – A Friend to Soil Life

By Jeremy Winer
07-Nov-23

Hello, fellow environmental enthusiasts and horticultural aficionados! Today, we’re going to dive deep into the fascinating world of weed control and its impact on our precious soil life. There’s a lingering myth that steam weed control, including Satusteam™, can harm soil life. But we’re here to set the record straight and show you why the innovative method of Satusteam™is a friend, not a foe, to your soil ecosystem.

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Mastering Weed Control: Unveiling the Power of Satusteam™ Spike Kit

By Jeremy Winer
27-Oct-23

“Discover the game-changing solution to stubborn rooty weeds with our Satusteam™ Spike Kit. Eradicate roots using the power of steam. Say goodbye to chemicals and welcome an eco-friendly alternative for effective weed control.”

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The Best Agriculture Steam Weeder: Your Organic Solution for Sustainable Farming

By Jeremy Winer
21-Oct-23

The Best Agriculture Steam Weeder: Your Organic Solution for Sustainable Farming

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Michigan Counties Implementing Chemical FREE Organic Weed Control Technology “SatusteamTM” by Weedtechnics

By Jeremy Winer
02-Aug-23

Dealing with invasive weeds at Oakland County Campus had always been a tough challenge for Mark Baldwin and his team of groundskeepers. They faced a dilemma – manual weed removal was backbreaking work, and using herbicides posed serious environmental risks. But their troubles were soon to be over when they discovered Weedtechnics’ revolutionary steam weeding machine, the Satusteam SW-900. Weedtechnics SatusteamTM Weeding machine Redefines Weed Control at Oakland County Campus, Michigan, USA

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Organic Horticultural Weed Control

By Sidonie Spring-Winer
06-Jun-23

Duckworth Family Farms Interview by Jeremy Winer with Oscar and Lorrie Duckworth. As the owner of Weedtechnics, I strive to deliver top quality customer service and trouble shoot issues when they arise. Our organic horticultural weed control systems are an advancement on our preexisting technology. As a company we are proud to have our technology […]

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Safe Weed Management Practices for Horse Arenas and Paddocks

By Jeremy Winer
13-Mar-23

Discover why Satusteam™ technology from WeedTechnics is the ultimate safe solution for weeding in horse arenas and paddocks. As conscientious horse owners, you understand the need for weed control that doesn’t compromise the well-being of your equine companions. Chemical herbicides can pose serious risks to horses’ digestive and immune systems, making a non-toxic alternative essential.

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Satusteam™ for Weed Control in Vineyards

By Jeremy Winer
10-Feb-23

Satusteam™: Steam Weed Control For Sustainable Vineyards Vineyards aiming for sustainability (1) adopt a holistic approach to production. They consider how best to manage energy and water usage, land design, material selection, conserve and regenerate biodiversity and build living soils. Vineyards are cost-intensive with their long growing season, numerous seasonal management stages, and high labour […]

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Switching to Organic Weed Control

By Jeremy Winer
03-Jan-23

The most common mistake when stopping chemical weed control The benefits of Satusteam™ for organic weed control At Weedtechnics we have helped hundreds of growers, cities and businesses move away from chemicals to organic weed control. In doing so, they have also moved away from the hidden costs and health risks associated with glyphosate based products. […]

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Organic weeding in plant nurseries using Satusteam™

By Jeremy Winer
24-Oct-22

Nurseries turning to Satusteam™ to solve their La Nina weed woes La Nina’s Challenge To Plant Nurseries Weed management is a constant drain on resources, especially organic weeding, in plant nurseries. Another Australian La Nina spring and summer is only going to exacerbate the issue. La Nina is a climate phenomenon that causes higher than [...]

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How effective is Satusteam™ as a tool for weed control and restoring biodiversity?

By Jeremy Winer
25-Sep-22

**Authors Jono Shelley, Tali Shelley, Jeremy Winer Background As a consequence of concern over the level of usage of herbicides in public reserves Brisbane City Council has an ongoing pilot program to assess how effective Satusteam™ is as a tool for naturally restoring biodiversity. Specific agreed objectives of this pilot program between Brisbane City Council [...]

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An Opportunity for Organic Alternatives like Steam based weeding machines

By Jeremy Winer
29-Aug-22

“New Study Raises Concerns Over Glyphosate and Cancer: An Opportunity for Organic Alternatives” “Satusteam™ and Weedtechnics: Pioneering a Credible Solution”   Introduction   Recent research conducted by top US government scientists has revealed alarming links between glyphosate, a widely used weedkiller chemical, and the development of cancer biomarkers and oxidative stress in the human body. […]

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The Landscape Contractor Magazine asked us about Satusteam™: Here’s What We Say

By Jeremy Winer
15-Aug-22

Spring is approaching and with it comes the weeds. We all know they’re a pain, there’s no denying it. They ruin your presentation standards, they make it harder to keep your lawns healthy, and they either result in hard work, hand pulling, or exposure to hazardous chemicals. And what do you do when it just […]

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10 Harmful Effects of Organic Herbicides

By Jeremy Winer
27-Jun-22

Organic herbicides are chemicals that have been used to kill weeds. They have become a common way to control weeds in commercial and residential settings. For this reason, they’re commonly referred to as weed killers.  However, it is important to note that not all herbicides on the market are created equal — some are more […]

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8 Free Online Weed Identification Tools

By Jeremy Winer
10-Jun-22

Weed identification may appear challenging. However, it can become very easy and convenient once you take your first step in understanding it. There are a lot of people out there who want to identify weeds but don't know how. To make your life easier, we have provided you with some must-have mobile apps and fantastic weed [...]

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Satusteam™: An Alternative Way To Achieve Soil Sustainability

By Jeremy Winer
24-Jan-22

Dive into the groundbreaking technology of Satusteam™, which is pioneering a new era in soil sustainability practices

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Misconceptions About Steam Weed Control

By Jeremy Winer
03-Jan-22

Common Misconceptions About Steam Weed Control At Weedtechnics we speak with hundreds of people a year about their weed control and why they want organic alternatives to glyphosate. There are a number of alternatives, Satusteam™, unique to Weedtechnics, is an important tool in the organic weed control toolbox.  Steam weed control is not new, various [...]

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Agriculture commercial steam weeder-Effective and Chemical-Free Weed Control Solutions with Weedtechnics SatusteamTM Technology

By Jeremy Winer
28-Aug-21

1. Weed Steamer Bunnings: Exploring Your Options: Weed Steamer Options Weed Control Made Easy When searching for efficient and eco-friendly weed control solutions, it’s crucial to explore all your options. Weedtechnics, a pioneering brand in this field, offers an extensive range of weed control solutions that go beyond what you’ll typically find at Bunnings. These […]

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Satusteam™ And Tracktech: Is it The Best Weed Control Method?

By Jeremy Winer
17-Jan-22

Satusteam™ has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable and effective weed control methods for horticulture. Through the years, changes have been implemented to improve its mission of providing “bespoked” solutions for people who need to eradicate weeds in their orchards, vineyards or similar. And we’re not even done yet! Featuring Tracktech, the newest Satusteam™ weed […]

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Is Satusteam™ A Paradigm Shift?

By Jeremy Winer
05-Jan-22

There’s a reason why Rachel Carson dedicated four chapters about pesticide poisoning in her influential book Silent Spring published in 1962. They affect human health in the worst ways imaginable.  Pesticides, including herbicides for weed control, continue to be used in increasing varieties and quantities. Also, the threat to human health and our whole ecosystem […]

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Satusteam or Steam? – as an alternative weed management strategy

By Jeremy Winer
16-Nov-21

I read with interest the details of the recently published Comparative Analyses of Glyphosate Alternative Weed Management Strategies on Plant Coverage, Soil and Soil Biota (1) from Deakin University.  As a long-time vocal advocate and practitioner for a shift away from glyphosate and other herbicide-dominated horticultural practices, in favour of biological, botanical, regenerative, employment-generating approaches, […]

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Why Satusteam™ and not Your Regular Steam Weeding Machine?

By Jeremy Winer
28-Sep-21

Weedtechnics machines are a weed control solution designed perfectly for use by technicians managing weeds. 

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Is Satusteam™ weed control a paradigm shift?

By Diana Tinte
10-Sep-21

Satusteam™ weed control technology is a new-age solution that is driving a shift in paradigm on sustainability & maintaining soil fertility.

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UC Boulder employs steam to control weeds on campus

By Jeremy Winer
09-Jul-21

Around 1 year ago we began the Weedtechnics Experiment with the University of Colorado, Boulder (CU). Their main aim was to improve the presentation standards of the CU grounds through Steam Weed Control. The experiment was a success, and they’ve been Steam Weeding ever since. While the CU Facilities Manager David Lawson said that improved [...]

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The Eight Hidden Costs of Chemical Weed Control

By Jeremy Winer
19-May-21

Chemical weed killing may seem cost-effective in the short term, but we’ve identified the following 8 hidden costs that you don’t experience with organic weed control. 1. Herbicide Resistance Repeated applications of herbicides over many years has resulted in the evolution of many resistant species. This results in increased application rates and mixing of chemicals, […]

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Does Steam Weed Control Actually Work?

By Jeremy Winer
23-Jul-20

Does steam weed control actually work? There’s a question that comes up in just about every introductory conversation “What do you do for work? Who else can say ” I kill weeds with steam!” The responses I hear run along the lines of ‘WOW I didn’t know you could do that’ ‘Is it an […]

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Start with your sensitive areas

By Jeremy Winer
28-Apr-20

Successfully moving away from chemicals for weed control requires an implementation plan Start with your sensitive areas When you move to Satusteam you’ll have: No need for pesticide notification No need to shutdown areas No need for operators to have chemical application certification because Satusteam© is Safe for staff and community […]

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The Good News about COVID19

By Jeremy Winer
08-Apr-20

Good news about COVID 19 Who’d have thought we’d be in this pickle – sanitising everything Is there good news about COVID 19? I sincerely hope that this blog finds you and your loved ones well. We find ourselves in changed times. Who’d have thought we’d be in this pickle. This COVID 19 is […]

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Seven Considerations

By Jeremy Winer
01-Apr-19

Are you considering thermal weed control ??? With the increasing knowledge about the health effects of repeated exposure to glyphosate; Landcare groups are opting for a range of alternatives. ‘Steam’ has proven to be a valuable tool, particularly for some invasive species like Mother of Millions and Tiger Pear, but before you spend your […]

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What new service could you offer that would generate referrals and more business?

By Jeremy Winer
18-Mar-19

What new service could you offer that would generate referrals and more business? Go green on weed control Consumers are preferencing ‘green’, ‘eco’ and organic and It’s no longer acceptable for much of the community to see chemicals being sprayed for weed control. FACT The public is concerned about safety Application of […]

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