Maddox is a catalyst produced from pure manganese ore that has been treated in a special furnace using proprietary techniques.

A different kind of stored energy: far from the traditional application of anthracite as a fuel, it can be ground and incorporated into battery components such as anodes and casings.

Not all refractories are created equal: the acidic, basic and neutral classifications help the user in their choice of optimal refractory material.

Iron pyrite is an inexpensive and widely available material that finds use in iron production, affording interesting enhancements to process efficiency and final products.

Ground glass powder is the most common additive in the manufacture of rock/mineral wools for insulation products and other applications.

Here we’re going to look at some of the machines we have available in our plant, what minerals they process and a brief look at how each machine operates.

Anthracite-bentonite is a hardy combination for the removal of contaminants from spills and waste streams

Foundry burn on is a name given to a wide variety of surface defects that are produced at high heat during the metal sand casting process. Carbonaceous materials in the mold, such as high-anthracite coal dust can prevent such defects from forming.

Bentonite is a form of clay that has found numerous uses over its thousands of years of use - but perhaps most notably in foundries from the 1900’s onwards, alongside powdered coal.

Porcelain, whose origin can be traced back to China, can be described as a ceramic material formed by heating various materials together. These materials, including Kaolin which is heated in a kiln to high range temperatures between 1200 and 1400ºC.

Hematite and magnetite are mostly known as sources of iron, but an array of use cases are found when they’re used in soils.

Without tundishes, production of cast metal products would be inefficient and more costly. Through the use of refractory-lined tundishes, the process of metal casting is greatly enhanced.

Hematite finds uses beyond the blast furnace: as an essential component in some modern drilling fluids for oil and gas drilling, the exploration industry highly values hematite for its performance characteristics, high purity and low cost.

Moving towards a more environmentally and economically responsible method of anthracite calcination has many features making it well suited to industrial use.

Leaf spot is a very common plant disease that even the most conscientious gardener is expected to see at least once in their vegetation.

Chrome sand is used in high-quality castables for producing precision castings when held together using organic resin- or inorganic type- binders.

Some important properties of feldspar is the alumina and alkali content. Thus they have many applications in the paint, glass, and ceramic industries.

Some important properties of feldspar is the alumina and alkali content. Thus they have many applications in the paint, glass, and ceramic industries.

Apricots, peaches, prunes and plums are all stone fruit. Some diseases that often threaten these stone fruits include bacterial canker and bacterial spots.

Yellow ochre (limonite), a hydrated form of iron oxide hydroxide, is a naturally occurring ore of iron with uses beyond pigments.

Anthracite is one of the hardest forms of coal and is known for its high carbon content. Aside from as a fuel, anthracite finds use in high temperature applications - especially when calcined - due to its relatively high resistance to thermal shock, strength and chemical inertness.

Desalination requires a lot of contaminants to be removed for it to be a viable process. Anthracite and process expanded clay can provide effective, long-term filtration solutions.

A paver is used for external flooring, often in the form of a stone, tile or brick. Roads, patios, driveways, and walkways are mainly where pavers are used.

For those who invest time and energy into citrus trees, it can be frustrating losing part of the harvest due to disease. Lets look at causes and treatments.

Chrome flour is a leading pigment in the manufacture of green glass - chiefly used in containers, it finds other uses such as in the automotive sector.

Glass powder isn’t just good for making new glass - it also has applications in the furnaces used to make glass and beyond.

The ideas of coloured glass and oxidised versus reduced glasses go hand in hand - the choice of additives in the glassmaking process has profound impacts on colour, as well as the manufacturing process itself.

Coal dust (powdered anthracite), a relatively inexpensive and useful material, has a wide variety of uses in the refractory environment.

There are five common types of clay, namely; kaolin, stoneware, ball clay, fireclay and earthenware. The different clay types are used for varying purposes.

Calculating the batch redox number is a useful tool for glassmakers to help ensure that their desired colour is achieved when creating glass products.

In this article, we will go over some of the common water filtration media and find out how they filter water to make it clean and safe for consumption.

Filler sands are without question a necessity in steel production. Furthermore, chromium-based filler sands are preferred and widely used in the foundry industry.

Crops on agricultural fields are exposed to a variety of compounds and mixtures throughout their growth cycles. One such compound is Copper Oxide (CuO). Lets take a look at its effects.

Refractory materials are an integral part of foundries and other high-temperature operations; chrome compounds can add useful properties to well-established materials.

Blight in tomatoes and potatoes, commonly known as late blight is a curse for farmers of these crops. It can be devastating to plantations and farmlands.

Magnetite has many applications beyond iron and steel, here we look at its applications in coatings, pigments and dyes, recording media and in the Fischer-Tropsch process.

This detailed discussion will provide effective information for you to treat leaf curl disease, which is a serious problem which must be treated properly.

A technique used in sand casting is green sand. It is a mixture of silica sand, chromite or zircon sand, bentonite, water, inert sludge, and coal dust.

Green sand is a compound mixture used for casting of metals, the most widely used moulding type in furnace and foundry applications.

Soda-lime has a host of applications. In fact, it is the most common form of glass produced and is used in 90% of all glass applications.

Demildex Copper Oxychloride is amoung one of the best brands available in the market for the prevention of black spots on roses.

Sand casting is an efficient and economical process of producing geometrically complex components and shapes using non-reusable molds. However certain defects can occur in the process.

Magnetite is a common ore of iron, is the most magnetic of all the naturally occurring minerals in nature and has many uses and applications beyond the production of iron and steel.

Most powdered glass is sourced from used glass and then ground down. This makes it a more cost-effective resource. There are however milled glass products which are sourced from new glass or reject glass containers for specialised applications.

If you want to get a better idea about what is ladle sand and how and why it is being used in the foundries for pouring metal then this is the time for you to learn about the process from a basic level.

Although, Petrobond and clay dust sands share several properties in common, coal dust according to a recent study has been shown to possess some characteristics that gives it an upper hand in a casting process.

Hematite is commonly seen by us in the form of rust. This occurs as a chemical compound of oxygen and iron. In the industrial world, it is known as red iron oxide and it is one of the most important chemical compounds.

Brick is a term that refers to a small unit used as building material. These are often made with fired clay and are secured in places with mortar, which is a mixture of water, cement, and sand.

Anthracnose is one of the most serious diseases which can cause serious damage to plants. The use of Copper Oxychloride Demildex will not only prevent this problem from occuring but will keep your trees safer for long periods.

Using anthracite and garnet as solvent extraction filter media enhances the solvent extraction-electrowinning process for extracting metals from their ores.

The use of iron pyrite powder in the manufacture of brake shoes and resin bonded grinding wheels affords desirable properties such as longevity and resilience, in addition to enhancements in the braking and grinding processes.

This article is going to highlight all the features and benefits of manganese dioxide. Including its chemical composition, cost, benefits, and why it’s an essential additive for the production of ceramic, tiles, pavers and bricks.

We will explore the ways in which anthracite can be used to render salinated water potable and drinkable.

Apple and pear scab are serious diseases which can cause infections and can destroy the young and emerging leaves badly. Demildex can help, lets see how.

Clay roofing tiles come in various shapes and colours. K37 Black pigment, Manganese Brown pigment, and Grey pigment to name a few.

Blue oxide pigments are often derived from minerals. They are used in paints, inks, plastics, fabrics, cosmetics, and food, to name a few examples.

Coal dust is the powdered variety of coal created by pulverization or grinding of coal into fine and smooth grains. Lets examine its applications.

Haemetite, most commonly known as rust, is a chemical compound of iron and oxygen. In the industrial realm it is known as red iron oxide.

Chrome sand is a naturally occurring mineral which has applications in heavy duty grey iron and steel foundries, lets see how.

Everything you need to know about Manganese oxide. Its chemical formula and why it’s used as an additive for made bricks, tiles, and pavers.

For water filtration, why do we use Anthracite filter media? Why its properties make it ideal for water filtration and wastewater treatment?

Every mineral has its own type of processing that is needed. This guide is a review of some of the machines we use in our toll milling.

in this article, we’re going to discuss the new and modern method of filtering water with our new Acti Desolidex Product which is an activated glass filter media.

Fools gold and brown bottles are just a few of the interesting aspects of Pyrites. We’ll explain all it’s uses, benefits, where to find it and identify it.

Iron Chromite's many industrial uses, is because of its high-heat stability, resistance to thermal shock, and resistance to corrosive gasses & slags.

Coal is used in all types of industries ranging from power, construction, furnace, farming and more. The purest form is Anthracite.

All you need to know about Refractory, the simple guide to refractory and refractory materials. The definition, types and typical applications

Glass as filtration media is gaining popularity as an alternative to sand silica. This is because it does a better job and it is in generous supply.

Chrome flour (also known as iron chromite, chromite powder, chrome flour 325, and chromite flour) is an inorganic compound that is used as a pigment.

Black brick pigment, also known as, black ceramic oxide, black clay oxide, or simply K37, is one of the most striking new colours to use in new builds.