Ball Clay
Our Sodium and potassium feldspars are key raw materials in the production of ceramics. These feldspars act as fluxing agents, lowering the melting temperature of the mixtures during the firing process. Applications in Ceramics: Glaze Formation: Feldspars are crucial in the formation of glazes, providing a glassy phase that enhances the appearance and surface properties of ceramics. Body Composition: They are used in the composition of ceramic bodies to improve vitrification and mechanical properties. Thermal Stability: Feldspars contribute to the thermal stability of ceramic products, ensuring they withstand high temperatures without deforming. Benefits:
- Enhances vitrification
- Provides a glossy finish to glazes
- Improves thermal and mechanical properties
Sodium and Potassium Feldspar
Our Sodium and potassium feldspars are key raw materials in the production of ceramics. These feldspars act as fluxing agents, lowering the melting temperature of the mixtures during the firing process. Applications in Ceramics: Glaze Formation: Feldspars are crucial in the formation of glazes, providing a glassy phase that enhances the appearance and surface properties of ceramics. Body Composition: They are used in the composition of ceramic bodies to improve vitrification and mechanical properties. Thermal Stability: Feldspars contribute to the thermal stability of ceramic products, ensuring they withstand high temperatures without deforming. Benefits:
- Enhances vitrification
- Provides a glossy finish to glazes
- Improves thermal and mechanical properties
Zirconium Silicate
Overview: Our Zirconium silicate is a key ingredient in the ceramics industry, valued for its high refractive index and ability to improve the opacity of ceramic products. Applications in Ceramics: Opacifier: Used as an opacifier in glazes and enamels, providing a white, opaque finish. Wear Resistance: Enhances the wear resistance of ceramic tiles and sanitary ware. Thermal Insulation: Provides excellent thermal insulation properties, making it ideal for high-temperature applications. Benefits:
- High refractive index
- Enhances opacity and whiteness
- Improves wear resistance and thermal insulation
Calcined Alumina
Our Calcined alumina, also known as aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) with 98.5% Alumina Content, is a high-purity mineral used extensively in the ceramics industry for its hardness, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Applications in Ceramics: High-Performance Ceramics: Used in the production of high-performance ceramics such as cutting tools, abrasives, and wear-resistant components. Refractories: Integral in the manufacture of refractory materials that withstand high temperatures, such as kiln linings and furnace components. Electrical Insulators: Employed in the production of ceramic insulators due to its excellent electrical insulation properties. Benefits:
- Superior hardness and strength
- Excellent thermal stability
- High resistance to wear and corrosion
Washed and Calcined Kaolin
Our Kaolin is a type of clay that, when washed and calcined, becomes an essential material for enhancing the properties of paints and rubber. Applications: Paint Industry: Provides whiteness, opacity, and improves the viscosity of paints. Rubber Industry: Acts as a reinforcing filler, enhancing the strength and durability of rubber products. Benefits:
- Enhances whiteness and opacity
- Improves viscosity and texture
- Increases strength and durability
Zinc Stearate
Our Zinc stearate is a white, hydrophobic powder widely used in the paint and rubber industries due to its excellent lubricating properties and water repellence. Applications: Paint Industry: Acts as a matting agent, providing a smooth texture and improving the dispersion of pigments. Rubber Industry: Functions as a release agent and lubricant, enhancing the processing and mold release of rubber products. Benefits:
- Improves texture and consistency
- Enhances processing efficiency
- Provides water repellence and stability
Calcium Stearate
Calcium stearate is a versatile compound used primarily as a lubricant and stabilizer in various industrial applications. Applications: Paint Industry: Used as a flatting agent and to prevent pigment settling. Rubber Industry: Acts as a release agent, facilitating the mold release and improving the processability of rubber. Benefits:
- Enhances product stability
- Improves processing and mold release
- Prevents pigment settling
Precipitated Silica
Our Precipitated silica is a highly pure form of silicon dioxide with a fine particle size, making it valuable in both the paint and rubber industries. Applications: Paint Industry: Enhances the rheological properties, providing thickening and improving the anti-settling characteristics. Rubber Industry: Used as a reinforcing filler, improving the strength, durability, and flexibility of rubber products. Benefits:
- Improves product performance and durability
- Enhances thickening and anti-settling properties
- Increases tensile strength and elasticity
Green Silica
Green silica, produced from rice husk ash, is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional silica products. Applications: Paint Industry: Acts as a pigment extender and improves the durability of paints. Rubber Industry: Enhances the mechanical properties and provides environmental benefits due to its sustainable sourcing. Benefits:
- Eco-friendly and sustainable
- Enhances durability and performance
- Reduces environmental impact
Calcium Carbonate
Our Calcium carbonate is a widely used filler and extender in both the paint and rubber industries, known for its abundance and cost-effectiveness. Applications: Paint Industry: Provides opacity and improves the coverage of paints. Rubber Industry: Enhances the mechanical properties and reduces the cost of rubber formulations. Benefits:
- Cost-effective filler
- Improves opacity and coverage
- Enhances mechanical properties
Mica
Mica is a naturally occurring mineral known for its excellent reflective and insulating properties. Applications: Paint Industry: Used to add a sparkling effect and improve the durability of paints. Rubber Industry: Acts as a filler and reinforcing agent, enhancing the heat and chemical resistance of rubber products. Benefits:
- Adds aesthetic appeal with a sparkling effect
- Improves durability and resistance
- Enhances heat and chemical resistance
Talc
Our Talc is a soft mineral with excellent lubricating properties, widely used in the paint and rubber industries. Applications: Paint Industry: Acts as a filler and improves the smoothness and sheen of paints. Rubber Industry: Enhances the processing and mechanical properties of rubber products. Benefits:
- Improves smoothness and sheen
- Enhances processability
- Provides excellent lubricating properties
Baraytes (Barium Sulfate)
Our Baraytes is a high-density mineral used as a filler and extender in various industrial applications. Applications: Paint Industry: Provides high density and improves the brightness and stability of paints. Rubber Industry: Enhances the weight and sound dampening properties of rubber products. Benefits:
- Improves brightness and stability
- Enhances weight and sound dampening
- Provides high density
Quartz
Quartz is a hard, crystalline mineral used in the paint and rubber industries for its durability and abrasive properties. Applications: Paint Industry: Used as a filler and extender, enhancing the durability and weather resistance of paints. Rubber Industry: Acts as a reinforcing agent, improving the abrasion resistance and strength of rubber products. Benefits:
- Enhances durability and weather resistance
- Improves abrasion resistance
- Provides strength and stability