Inferno improves the deposition and retention of spray droplets, and is an effective pH buffer, water conditioner and anti-foam. It significantly reduces the number of spray droplets under 100 microns, reducing spray drift by up to 75%. Additional studies demonstrated less glyphosate drift at 70cm with Inferno compared with glyphosate alone at 50cm (Source: Silsoe trials 2019), improving product performance and environmental profile. Inferno softens hard water by effective and rapid sequestration of Ca2+ and Mg2+. These hard water cations are bound and rendered unavailable in a soluble form.
Independent studies conducted by Silsoe Spray Applications Unit have demonstrated that the inclusion
of 1% Inferno can reduce the amount of spray drift by up to 75%. This achieved by using polyacrylamide polymers that reduce the number of fine spray droplets (<100 microns) that are most prone to drift, from 19.49% to 9.49% resulting increasing the Volume Median Diameter (VMD).
Inferno contains an effective anti-foam to increase efficiency during sprayer filling. Droplets are more evenly deposited on the target surface improving and coverage and spray retention and rainfastness increased.
Anti-foam adjuvants reduce the formation of foam forming when spray agents are mixed together. Reducing foam will significantly improve control at application and stabilises the formulation.
Blend of drift reducing polymers, pH buffers, water conditioners, anti-foam and humectants.
Inferno is highly effective when used with glyphosate, phenoxy herbicides and other sprays where drift reduction, water conditioning and optimal pH are important. It’s particularly valuable in stubble management and pre-planting weed control.
Inferno buffers spray water to around pH 6, the optimal range for many active ingredients. This helps maintain product stability and reduce degradation, maximising field efficacy.
Hard water contains calcium (Ca²⁺) and magnesium (Mg²⁺) ions that can bind to and deactivate active ingredients such as glyphosate. Inferno rapidly sequesters these cations, keeping the chemistry in a soluble, plant-available form.
Yes. Independent Silsoe Spray Applications Unit trials demonstrated that 1% Inferno can reduce spray drift by up to 75%, helping protect neighbouring crops, watercourses, and sensitive habitats.
Yes. By improving droplet deposition and retention on the target surface, Inferno helps sprays resist wash-off, enhancing rainfastness and efficacy.
The built-in anti-foam reduces foam formation during tank mixing, speeding up filling and reducing the risk of spills or contamination.
Inferno should always be added first, before other products, to ensure water is conditioned and pH is optimised prior to introducing active ingredients.
Yes. Inferno’s drift-reducing polymers increase the volume median diameter (VMD) of spray droplets, reducing the proportion of fine droplets (<100 microns) most likely to drift.
Yes. Inferno is compatible with all glyphosate products and a wide range of other herbicides, making it easy to integrate into existing spray programmes.
By reducing drift, optimising pH, and improving active ingredient performance, Inferno supports best practice in spray application and environmental protection.
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