Products
Zircon Silicate
- Zircon Sand
- Zircon Flour
- Zircon 5 micron
- Zircon 4 micron
Zircon Sand is a result from the separation of the mineral sands, it is mainly used as an opacifier for Ceramics but also to give thermal resistance and strength in the refractory and foundry industries among other specific applications.
The suitable specs whether Sand, Flour or Micronized form according to customer requirements.
Zircon Oxide
ZrO2
Also known as Zirconia, due its high thermal resistance and strength Zircon Oxide is largely used in special refractories and Ceramics.
The high thermal expansion allows the use of Zirconia for joining of Steel and Ceramic in different types of constructions.
Other applications for Zircon Oxide would be pigments and ceramic colors but also on the medical field such as prosthesis and dental implants.
Zinc Oxide
Zinc oxide is in the form of a white powder. Good solubility in ammonia and acetic acid, but insoluble in water and ethyl alcohol.
It is used in the rubber industry as raw material for the production of ceramic and frit pigments and for the agricultural sector, among others.
Feldspars
Feldspars are aluminum silicates with potassium, sodium and calcium. It is used as a flux for pastes and ceramic glazes.
Represent more than 50% of the entire exposed rocks in the Earth’s crust.
The industrial types usually appear with Sodium, Potassium or/and Lime. A less common but lately very explored is the Lithium Feldspar where its almost 2% of LiO2 brings fusibility and high whiteness for Ceramic glazes and bodies.
This mineral can be a source of spodumene if further correctly processed. Once demagnetized the Glass industry can take advantage of this versatile mineral.
Talc
A hydrous silicate mineral composed basically by Magnesium and Silica, the term Talc is very broad and this mineral can be found in different specifications such as colour and crystal structure. It tends to cleave on plate forms and it is the softest mineral according to the Mohs scale.
We supply talc, that due is high purity, gives an outstanding whiteness value specially requested by the plastic, cosmetic and paint industry.
Its Milling/ Micronization can fit to a variety of industries depending on the requested particle size.
Aluminium Oxide
Also known as Alumina, the base of Ceramic and Refractory industry due to its heat and shock resistance, found in different grades and colours which usually vary on Al2O3 concentration and type of calcination.
ATH - Aluminium Tri-Hydrate
Al(OH)3
It’s usually produced from Bauxite ore using the Bayer process, ATH is the most used halogen-free flame retardant in the world due the availability and low price. The different particle size (grades) will define its application which can be coatings, solid surface, water treatment, construction panels among other ones.
We supply a range of ATH with different particle size distribution specially developed to meet customers requirements.
Brucite
The natural form of Magnesium Hydroxide (Mg(OH)2) which is found in different concentrations and a range of colours.
Usually used as a flame retardant due its endothermic decomposition of MgO.
Ilmenite
Ilmenite is the most abundant mineral from the mineral sands group composed by TiO2 and Iron oxide, this product is the major source of titanium dioxide and the main feedstock supply for the production of pigments for the plastic and paint industry.
Spodumene
A very important source of Lithium Ore commonly found in lithium-bearing granite pegmatites. This mineral became more notorious after the last wave of house appliances and vehicles electrification where Lithium plays a big role as a battery component.
Spodumene (Li2O, Al2O3. 4SiO2) when used in Ceramic and Glass reduces the melting point due to its high fusibility essential for the so desirable reduction of carbon emissions.
Kyanite + Silimanite
From the same family of the Alumino-Silicates, it’s a mix of Kyanite and Sillimanite and can be an andalusite replacement or at least partially for certain applications.
This product is mostly used for Refractory application, castable and monolithics.
Grain size specifications vary for different applications, the coarser grades for high-strength applications and finer-grade materials for refractory mortars and monolithics.
Rutile
Rutile is a naturally occurring mineral composed primarily by TiO2, it’s also part of the mineral sands group. The main application is feedstock for Titanium Dioxide pigment, welding and other products as special alloys.
- Rutile Sand
- Rutile Flour
- Micronized
Chromite
Used as pigment, metal casting process, special refractory and cements.
This grey / dark mineral is the only economic source of Chromium that’s why it’s so important for so many type of industries worldwide.
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Spraydried Magnesium Hydroxide
Magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)2) is synthetically produced in slurry form from pure magnesium chloride, the spray drying process is conducted in order to obtain a fine homogenous granulate suitable to be used in several applications such as Flame Retardants, Fuel Additives, Water and Wastewater Treatment, Special Cements and Pulp Bleaching.
Kaolin
Kaolin or also known as China Clay, a hydrate aluminosilicate fine white clay resulting from the decomposition of feldspars and other clays. It’s largely used in porcelain and ceramics in general but also in paints, paper and cosmetic industry.
Due its high brightness, low abrasion and rheologic properties it can be used as a good filler option for masterbatch formulations.
Andalusite
An Alumino-Silicate mineral largely used in refractory production where its high thermal shock resistance and relative lower expansion is required, the purity and grain size will determinate the features such as colour and temperature of transformation into Mullite.
Andalusite can be also used in Foundries (casting process), Ceramics and Kiln Furniture.
Borax Anhydride
A result of the dehydration of Borax Acid, this material has a high concentration source of Boric Oxide and can be used for glass, enamel and ceramic frits. Anhydrous Borax is highly hygroscopic so it’s essential to keep in dry storage place.
Foundries, Fiberglass, Gas and Oil production are the other fields where Borax Anhydrous is used.
Fluorspar Acid Grade
CaF2
Dry Fluorspar which is generally used as flux for the welding, Foundry and Ceramic (Enamel and glass) industry.
Cobalt Oxide
Cobalt oxide is a gray-black powder. Insoluble in water but soluble in concentrated acids.
It is used as a pigment for ceramics and frits. In electronic industry and also used as a catalyst in chemical processes.
Black Copper Oxide
Copper oxide is a black powder. It is not soluble in water but soluble in solutions of ammonia and alkali cyanides.
It is used as a raw material for the production of catalysts and pigments in the field of ceramics, glass and plastics. Electroplating copper oxide is also used as a feedstock for electrolytic copper coating baths.
Green Chromium Oxide
Chromium oxide has the appearance of a green crystalline powder. It is insoluble in water, acids and alkalis.
It is used as a raw material for ceramic, plastic, cement and refractory pigments. It is also used in the chemical industry as a catalyst.
Red Iron Oxide
We supplie Red Iron Oxide 100% natural. This natural mineral provides better protection than synthetic iron oxide when used in paints and coatings. Used also as pigment in ceramics.
Black Nickel Oxide
Black nickel oxide is a gray – black powder. Not soluble in water; slightly soluble in cold acids, but more soluble in hot acids.
It is used in ceramics and glass industry.
Green Nickel Oxide
Green Nickel oxide appears as a green powder. It is insoluble in water, soluble in concentrated acids. Nickel oxide is used for the preparation of ferritic cores; as pigment for ceramics and frits and as a catalyst for oxidation as well as for reduction.
Lead Tetroxide
Lead tetroxide, commonly known as “minium”, is a chemical compound used for anticorrosive protection. Used in the paint industry. It is presented in the form of orange-red powder. It is also used in the production of glasses, crystals and batteries.
Ceramic Stains
Ceramic pigments for different ceramic applications, suitable for different firing temperatures.
Cenospheres
This inert lightweight material can also be essential for special coatings, low density cements and petroleum drilling process.