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Weed Control for Public Spaces & Parks
Foamstream is a herbicide-free, environmentally friendly and cost-effective weed control solution for parks and public spaces.
Certified as organic by multiple regulatory bodies, Foamstream is safe for use around people, animals, delicate ecosystems and waterways.
With a cost of ownership up to 31% lower than combined herbicide and strimming approaches over five years, it delivers an attractive ROI among environmental and compliance benefits.
Our Clients
Foamstream is trusted by local authorities and public spaces around the world, including South West Water, E-Tradgard, Glastonbury Town Council, Vale of Glamorgan and Flete Estate.
What is Foamstream?
Weed control without herbicide for public spaces & parks
UK councils’ use of herbicides is under greater scrutiny than before. Some councils have banned the use of herbicides altogether, while others face growing public opposition to chemical treatments.
As the leading herbicide-free weed killer, Foamstream uses a combination of hot water insulated with organic, biodegradable foam. The foam solution is sprayed onto weeds with specialist machinery and a lance, coating weeds and holding ‘kill temperatures’ for long enough to kill them or cause sufficient damage.
The non-toxic solution helps overcome regulatory hurdles and eliminates safety and environmental concerns, while delivering cost and efficiency benefits. What’s more, you can choose from purchase, rent and finance options to suit you.
Real results – before vs after
Why use Foamstream for public spaces & parks?
- Safe for people, pets and wildlife
- Eliminates chemical exposure and compliance risks
- Effective on all surfaces, like pavements to playgrounds
- Reduces long-term maintenance and regrowth
- Multi-functional: also cleans, sanitises, and removes gum
- Supports biodiversity and improves public perception of green space care
The dangers of using herbicides instead of Foamstream in public spaces
Herbicides
- Some councils have already banned the use of pesticides.
- Government regulation stipulates that herbicides can only be applied near waterways in certain circumstances by qualified individuals, and only after receiving permission from the Environment Agency.
Foamstream
- No restrictions – Foamstream can be used on any surface and doesn’t require formal certification or training.
- Foamstream use improves perception of public spaces weed control and outdoor management.
Herbicides
- Glyphosate, the chemical in the majority of herbicides, is classified as a ‘probable human carcinogen’ by the International Agency for Research on Cancer.
- Research has discovered links between glyphosate exposure at supposed ‘safe’ levels and cancer incidences.
Foamstream
- The non-chemical solution poses no danger to human health.
Herbicides
- Growing awareness and education around glyphosate risks is increasing opposition. 65% of the UK public believe public spaces should be pesticide free – this rises to three quarters of people in some parts of the country.
Foamstream
- Safe for use in parks and public spaces. Use of herbicide-free, non-toxic solution signals residents are being heard.
Herbicides
- Costs 23p per linear metre* – nearly 70% more than Foamstream.
Foamstream
- Costs 7p per linear metre*.
- Lowest cost of ownership than any other glyphosate alternative.
- Slower regrowth, reducing the number of treatment cycles and labour hours required.
Herbicides
- Pollutes soil and waterways, harming ecosystems and the environments.
Foamstream
- Organic, biodegradable solution does not harm ecosystems or the environment. When the dead weed decomposes, its nutrients are returned to the soil.
Herbicides
- Blows and dilutes in wet and windy weather, reducing efficacy and causing damage to other crops.
Foamstream
- Effective year-round in all weathers.
Where can you use Foamstream?
Who is Foamstream designed for?
Foamstream is used for weed control and outdoor management tasks by local authorities and organisations across the globe, including:
- Councils, municipalities, and local authorities
- Public parks and play areas
- Gardeners and landscapers
- Private estates
- Sports facilities, including many of the Premier League football clubs
- Schools and universities
- Utility companies
“Since using Foamstream, we’ve cut down on the health and safety issues associated with strimming and laborious methods such as hand weeding. It’s changed the way that we weed hard surfaces, soft surfaces and playgrounds and we don’t have to use herbicides.
It’s clean and easy to use and allows us to properly allocate labour, which has helped to save 75% of our time compared to using previous methods of weed control.”
Terry Burns
Senior Contact Manager, idverde
“We used it (Foamstream) through the season and found that the weed kill results we got were better than when using green, class 11 pesticides, and its use doesn’t require advanced sign posting like a pesticide. From field observations, the Foamstream-treated weeds did not regrow as quickly as the pesticide-treated ones and new seeds did not tend to germinate after application. This unit is easy to use and has increased our efficiency in weed management.”
Rob Gagen
Supervisor, Park Operations, City of Pickering
“Foamstream was by far the best herbicide-free solution we tried. It’s very safe to use in public areas. There’s no need to barrier off treated areas, and we don’t have to worry about working close to water courses, or about using the system in public areas – even around curious children or dogs.”
Jon Greatrex
Parks and Open Spaces Officer, Vale of Glamorgan Council (UK)
“Foamstream ticks so many boxes for us. Everything from the environmentally friendly credentials and improving health and safety for our workforce through to cost and time savings by reducing the number of treatment cycles needed and the efficiency of application.”
Lewis Jones
Future Quality Obligations & R&D Manager, South West Water
“I like it, I like it a lot. Foamstream’s biggest benefit has been its instantaneous results. It’s so effective. When I treat it, I know by the end of the day it will be dead. It’s great when we need to clear an area quickly. This is a great benefit over chemicals and also vinegar. The machines are simple and straightforward to use – no certification, no masks, no suits. Foamstream has meant we can completely remove chemicals from our city.”
Kelly
Operator, City of North Miami
Take a look at our case studies to learn how Foamstream has transformed weed control for public spaces and parks around the world.
Foamstream is approved for organic use
With Weedingtech, you can rest assured that your weed control solution poses no risk to human health or the environment.
Foamstream has been approved for organic use by accreditation bodies worldwide, including the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture; OF&G: Organic Certification; and The Soil’s Association’s Organic Standards.
How to get started with Foamstream
- Contact our team today and we’ll arrange a consultation to discuss your requirements.
- We’ll arrange an on-site or video product demo so you can see Foamstream in action for yourself.
- We’ll provide a quote and information about our flexible purchase options.
- We’ll deliver your unit and get you set up, bringing your team up to speed.
- Register your warranty and get started. We’re on hand to help and offer any support you might need.
FAQs
How much does Foamstream cost for councils or contractors?
It depends on the size of treatment area, frequency and type of use, your chosen machinery, and which purchase option you choose. Talk to a member of our team to learn more and get a quote.
Where to buy Foamstream weed control machines?
Our patented machinery and accessories can be purchased directly through the team at Weedingtech or via an approved Foamstream dealer. We also have a limited range of pre-owned units on our site.
Ready to get started with herbicide-free weed control for public spaces?
Foamstream makes a difference from day one and continues to deliver efficiencies and high performance. Talk to our team to start your journey to a safer, sustainable, effective weed control solution today.