Perlite
Classified Raw perlite is preheated and transferred to the vertical furnace. Under the heat shock of 800 – 1000 ºC, it expands with the effect of the steam coming out of its body and turns into a foam aggregate consisting of glassy grains. This phenomenon is called expanded perlite. Expanded perlite is light and white in different sizes.
The most important feature that adds commercial value to expanded perlite; low density in a small volume, physical flexibility, chemical stability, low sound permeability, fire resistance.
Expanded perlite is used in many different areas, as well as in textile, construction and agriculture.
The usage areas of perlite in textile, construction and agriculture are given below;
Textile Industry
Due to perlite structure, it does not enter into chemical reactions and is insoluble in water. It is used as a bleach in the washing industry. Since it is a sterile material, it is not harmful to health. Perlite does not corrode the applied product as much as pumice, it does not clog in machines and it is easy to use because it is light.
Perlite is one of the most sought-after materials in the textile industry in denim washing processes.
Grain Size:
0.0–1.2mm, Density: 35- 45 Kg/m³; Suitable for Textile Washing Process 0.0–1.2mm, Density: 35- 45 Kg/m³; Suitable for Textile Washing Process
Grain Size:
0.0–2.5mm, Density: 60–80 Kg/m³; Suitable for Textile Washing Process
Grain Size:
0.0-5mm, Density: 80–90Kg/m³; Suitable for Textile Washing Process
Construction Industry
⦁ Shaped insulation materials (in roof and floor insulations)
⦁ Perlite Plasters
⦁ Lightweight insulation concrete with perlite aggregate (Cement or gypsum binder)
⦁ Lightweight building elements with perlite aggregate, ceiling tiles, pipe insulations, etc.
⦁ As a loose filling material (as insulation material in attics, floor and wall cavities; in foam form after a special treatment with silicone)
⦁ On surface floors (as heat and sound insulator)
⦁ Perlite concrete for special purposes made with binders other than cement and gypsum
⦁ Grain Size:
⦁ Grain Size: 0.0-2.5mm, Density: 60–80Kg/m³; for use in the construction industry
Agricultural Industry
As a “substrate” substance that increases the physical properties of the soil, it is widely used in the following areas for reasons such as providing the necessary suitable soil conditions, helping to increase the density in the soil, reducing water drainage and maintaining moisture, creating a breeding environment for seedlings, and aerating the soil.
⦁ In field agriculture
⦁ In horticulture and greenhouse cultivation
⦁ On grassy sports fields
Grain Size:
0.0 – 5 mm, Density: 80–90 Kg/ m³; For use in the agricultural industry
