Results for tag: "Expanded Perlite"

Perlite is a type of volcanic glass that is mined and processed for use in a variety of industrial and commercial applications. It is composed of silica and alumina, and is characterized by its lightweight, porous structure. Expanded Perlite is a form of Perlite that has been heated to a high temperature, causing it to expand and become lightweight and porous. This form of Perlite is used in a variety of industries, including construction, horticulture, and filtration. In the metals and minerals industry, Expanded Perlite is used as a lightweight aggregate in concrete and cement, as well as a filtration medium for metal and mineral processing. It is also used as a soil amendment in horticulture, and as an insulation material in industrial applications. Expanded Perlite is also used in the production of lightweight concrete blocks, and as a lightweight aggregate in lightweight concrete and plaster. Some companies in the Expanded Perlite market include Imerys, U.S. Silica, EP Minerals, and Supreme Perlite. Show Less Read more