PRODUCT CODE : KAPPER /4000
Size : 2000 - 4000 Micron
Product Type : Sorted Perlite
Packaging : Bigbag
PRODUCT CODE : KAPPER /2400
Size : 1200 - 2400 Micron
Product Type : Sorted Perlite
Packaging : Bigbag
PRODUCT CODE : KAPPER /1200
Size : 600 - 1200 Micron
Product Type : Sorted Perlite
Packaging : Bigbag
Uses for Perlite..
As the chart above indicates, there are many uses for perlite. These uses can be broken down into three general categories: construction applications, horti-cultural applications and industrial applications. 
Construction Applications
Because of perlite's outstanding insulating characteristics and light weight, it is widely used as a loose-fill insulation in masonry construction. In this application, free-flowing perlite loosefill masonry insulation is poured into the cavities of concrete block where it completely fills all cores, crevices, mortar areas and ear holes. In addition to providing thermal insulation, perlite enhances fire ratings, reduces noise transmission and it is rot, vermin and termite resistant Perlite is also ideal for insulating low temperature and cryogenic vessels. When perlite is used as an aggregate in concrete, a lightweight, fire resistant, insulating concrete is produced that is ideal for roof decks and other applications. Perlite can also be used as an aggregate in Portland cement and gypsum plasters for exterior applications and for the fire protection of beams and columns. Other construction applications include under-floor insulation, chimney linings, paint texturing, gypsum boards, ceiling tiles and roof insulation boards.
Horticultural Applications
In horticultural applications, perlite is used as a component of soilless growing mixes as it provides aeration and optimum moisture retention for superior plant growth. For root cuttings, 100% perlite is used. Studies have shown that outstanding yields are achieved with perlite hydroponic systems. Other benefits of horticultural perlite are its neutral pH and the fact that it is sterile and weed-free. In addition, its light weight makes it ideal for use in container growing. Other horticultural application of perlite includes as: fertilizer , herbicides and pesticides carriers and for seed pelletizing. Horticultural perlite is as useful to the home gardener as it is to the commercial grower. It is used with equal success in greenhouse growing, land-scaping applications and in the home in house plants.
Industrial Applications
Industrial applications for perlite are the most diverse, ranging from high performance fillers for plastics to cements for petroleum, water and geothermal wells. Other applications include its use as a filter media for pharmaceuticals, food products, chemicals and water for municipal systems and swimming pools. Additional applications include its use as an abrasive in soaps, cleaners and polishes and a variety of foundry applications utilizing perlite's insulating properties and high heat resistance. This same heat resistant property is taken advantage of when perlile is used in the manufacture of refractory bricks, mortars, and pipe insulation
Use of Perlite in High Temperature Applications: The Foundry Industry
When perlite ore is expanded, it takes on a low-density cellular structure that makes it a highly efficient high-temperature insulation method. This unique thermal benefit makes perlite a safe and essential part of the foundry industry, particularly useful for ladel topping, hot topping, and risering.
Foundry Applications
In the foundry industry, expanded perlite is most commonly mixed with exothermic powders and used in ladel topping, hot topping, and risering to prevent shrinkage cavities. Perlite is used as an insulating cover on the surface of molten metal to:
- Prevent excessive heat loss during pouring delays
- Topping off ingots
- Producing refractory blocks and brings
- Acting as a lightweight castable
Ladel Topping
Expanded or unexpanded perlite ore is added to the molten metal pouring ladle. It reacts with slag in the ladle, allowing for easy removal of the layer. It produces no smoke or dangerous fumes.
Hot Topping and Risering
Perlite helps prevent shrinkage cavities in ingots and castings and is used as a lightweight filler. It is used in a range of 3% to 20% by weight.
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Uses for Perlite..
As the chart above indicates, there are many uses for perlite. These uses can be broken down into three general categories: construction applications, horti-cultural applications and industrial applications.
Construction Applications
Because of perlite's outstanding insulating characteristics and light weight, it is widely used as a loose-fill insulation in masonry construction. In this application, free-flowing perlite loosefill masonry insulation is poured into the cavities of concrete block where it completely fills all cores, crevices, mortar areas and ear holes. In addition to providing thermal insulation, perlite enhances fire ratings, reduces noise transmission and it is rot, vermin and termite resistant Perlite is also ideal for insulating low temperature and cryogenic vessels. When perlite is used as an aggregate in concrete, a lightweight, fire resistant, insulating concrete is produced that is ideal for roof decks and other applications. Perlite can also be used as an aggregate in Portland cement and gypsum plasters for exterior applications and for the fire protection of beams and columns. Other construction applications include under-floor insulation, chimney linings, paint texturing, gypsum boards, ceiling tiles and roof insulation boards.
Horticultural Applications
In horticultural applications, perlite is used as a component of soilless growing mixes as it provides aeration and optimum moisture retention for superior plant growth. For root cuttings, 100% perlite is used. Studies have shown that outstanding yields are achieved with perlite hydroponic systems. Other benefits of horticultural perlite are its neutral pH and the fact that it is sterile and weed-free. In addition, its light weight makes it ideal for use in container growing. Other horticultural application of perlite includes as: fertilizer , herbicides and pesticides carriers and for seed pelletizing. Horticultural perlite is as useful to the home gardener as it is to the commercial grower. It is used with equal success in greenhouse growing, land-scaping applications and in the home in house plants.
Industrial Applications
Industrial applications for perlite are the most diverse, ranging from high performance fillers for plastics to cements for petroleum, water and geothermal wells. Other applications include its use as a filter media for pharmaceuticals, food products, chemicals and water for municipal systems and swimming pools. Additional applications include its use as an abrasive in soaps, cleaners and polishes and a variety of foundry applications utilizing perlite's insulating properties and high heat resistance. This same heat resistant property is taken advantage of when perlile is used in the manufacture of refractory bricks, mortars, and pipe insulation
Our company sells ore perlite for different kind of purposes such as Construction, Horticulture, Foundry, Cryogenic, Glass and Ceramic Industries in domestic and international markets . The main application areas of raw perlite ;
• It is enduring against of acids and bases used in the production of sewer pipe ,
• Internal and external construction plasters • Used in construction with its durable feature against frost
• Water insulation on the roof and terrace ,
• To build swimming pool
• It provides heat insulation as plaster or used in the production of insulated lighweight structural elements ,
• Sand skating in Railways, • Abrasive industry as an abrasive,
• The filter sand and gravel in the water filtering plants,
• Applications of asphalt road construction used as fill material,
• In the Casting sector as metallurgical flux,
• As an additive to the foundry sand ,
• Protection of the molten metal in the pot ,
• In the iron and steel industry for controlling of molten metal and slag
• Production of refractories ,
• Ceramic binder perlite refractory bricks
• Perlite refractory mortars ,
• Used in Ceramics and Glass industries
• Gypsum and construction chemicals ,
