#Acid Resistant Carbon Bricks

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The Environmental Impact of Brick Kilns and How to Make Your Operation More Sustainable

Brick kilns, essential for the construction and infrastructure industries, have been a cornerstone of urban and rural development. However, their environmental footprint is significant, raising concerns about air quality, energy consumption, and overall sustainability. Understanding the impact of brick kilns on the environment and exploring ways to make operations more sustainable is crucial for the industry’s future.

The Environmental Impact of Brick Kilns

Air Pollution and Emissions One of the most significant environmental challenges posed by brick kilns is the emission of pollutants into the atmosphere. Traditional brick kilns, rely on inefficient combustion methods, burning coal, biomass, and other non-renewable fuels. These fuels produce large quantities of particulate matter (PM), sulfur dioxide (SO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), contributing to smog, acid rain, and respiratory diseases. The fine particulate matter released can travel for miles, affecting nearby communities and ecosystems.

Energy Consumption Brick production is an energy-intensive process. The firing of bricks requires high temperatures, typically around 900-1000°C. Conventional brick kilns, use inefficient methods that require a significant amount of fuel for this heat generation. The high energy demand contributes to deforestation when biomass is used, as well as increased fossil fuel consumption when coal or oil is the primary energy source.

Deforestation and Land Degradation In many regions, brick kilns rely heavily on wood and other forms of biomass for fuel. The increased demand for these materials can lead to deforestation, habitat loss, and degradation of the surrounding land. Forests are cleared to provide raw materials, which impacts biodiversity, disrupts ecosystems, and accelerates soil erosion.

Water Use and Contamination The production of bricks often involves significant amounts of water, which is used in the molding process. In some cases, the water used in brick production can lead to contamination of local water supplies with chemicals, dust, and other byproducts from the manufacturing process. Furthermore, the excessive use of water in brick kilns can place pressure on already scarce water resources, especially in arid regions.

Making Brick Kiln Operations More Sustainable

Adopting Cleaner Technologies The adoption of cleaner, more efficient technologies is a step towards sustainability. Modern brick kilns, such as the vertical shaft brick kiln (VSBK) or zig-zag kiln, are designed to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency. These technologies allow for better heat distribution, lower fuel consumption, and lower pollutant emissions. Additionally, they minimize energy loss, reducing the overall environmental impact of brick production.

Switching to Alternative Fuels Instead of relying on traditional coal or biomass fuels, brick kilns can transition to cleaner alternatives. Using natural gas, for example, results in lower carbon emissions compared to coal. This not only reduces the demand for virgin raw materials but also helps manage waste products from other industries, contributing to a circular economy.

Utilizing Waste Heat Recovery Systems Many brick kilns operate without utilizing the heat generated during the firing process. Installing waste heat recovery systems can help capture and reuse this heat for drying or preheating raw materials, reducing the need for additional energy. This approach not only lowers energy consumption but also reduces emissions associated with energy production.

Energy Efficiency Measures Implementing energy-saving measures such as improved insulation and the use of heat-resistant materials in kilns can drastically reduce fuel consumption. Kiln operators can also install temperature sensors and automation systems that optimize the firing process, ensuring that the kiln operates at the most energy-efficient temperature and reducing unnecessary energy expenditure.

Water Conservation and Management Implementing water conservation techniques is another essential strategy for making brick production more sustainable. Recycling water used in the manufacturing process or adopting rainwater harvesting systems can reduce water consumption. Additionally, improving water management practices and reducing chemical contamination will mitigate the adverse effects of brick kiln operations on local water supplies.

Regenerative Practices and Green Certifications Encouraging brick kilns to participate in Regenerative practices, such as planting trees to offset emissions or using sustainable materials in brick production, are becoming more popular. Green certifications provide consumers and builders with options to choose environmentally friendly products, encouraging the broader adoption of sustainable practices.

Training and Awareness Providing training and raising awareness among brick kiln operators about the environmental impacts of operations and the potential benefits of sustainable practices is crucial. By fostering a culture of sustainability, the industry can collectively work towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its environmental responsibility.

The environmental impact of brick kilns is undeniable, with significant contributions to air pollution, energy consumption, deforestation, and water degradation. However, with the adoption of modern technologies, cleaner energy alternatives, waste recovery systems, and sustainable practices, brick kiln operations can become more environmentally responsible. By transitioning to more sustainable methods, the brick industry can continue to meet the demands of urban development while minimizing its environmental footprint, paving the way for a cleaner, greener future.

[a-weird-cryptid]

Definitely not me getting into My Hero Academia again, nOoOo...

Part 1/3

Name: Hiro Kimoto

Hero (turned Villain) Name: Atomite

Age: 22

Quirk: Atom Manipulation

Quirk Type: Emitter

They're able to manipulate and change any existing matter (living or non-living) at will on an atomic level, making it possible to change it's material, apprereance, temperature or similar. They don't need to make physical contact with their target for their manipulation to work.

(more details below)

Materials they're able to manipulate:

Raw Elements of the periodic table

Solids: silicate minerals, carbonates, oxides, sulfides, clay minerals, concrete, bricks, steel, plastics, glass, ceramics, wood, fabfics

Liquids: water, ethanol, acetic acid

Gases: carbon dioxide, methane

Hiro can also use their atom manipulation to mimick quirks of others, particularly some emitter types.

(First sketch/brainstorm)

(Possible) Applications:

Spike growth: by manipulating the ground and walls around them, they can create spikes, making the terrain more difficult and dangerous to navigate.

Stone wall: by manipulating their environment and air around them, Atomite can create and levitate stone walls that can be used to crush or rescue someone

Elemental Blade: By re-arranging atoms around themselves, Hiro is capable of creating sharp blades that can be used for range attacks or close combat.

Air shield: by increasing the density of air around them, they're capable to create strong, round, temporary shields, enabling protection from incoming attacks.

Lift: by lowering the air pressure above and increasing it underneath themselves, Hiro is capable to create lift, enabling them to fly.

Healing touch: By touching their desired target, Atomite can heal small, non-lethal wounds of them. Such as cuts or bruises.

Scorching flames: by creating and sustaining a combustion reaction beyond it's ignition point, Atomite can produce and manipulate flames.

Piercing ice: by cooling down the water molecules found around them, they can create and manipulate ice.

Limitations:

While they can manipulate any existing atoms however they please, they can't create nor destroy them. Atomite needs to understand the atomic components and structure of their target and whatever they want to change it into in order to manipulate it. If faced with a material which atomic components and structure are unknown to Hiro, their quirk effectively becomes useless.

If attempting to manipulate matter without knowing it's atomic components/structure, the chances of Hiro's quirk malfunction and/or firing back increase by half. This becomes even more dangerous when they get distracted or similar.

How hard it is to manipulate matter, depends on their state. Due to the predictable atomic structure, solids are the easiest to manipulate. Followed by liquids and lastly, gases.

Although Hiro can mimick quirks of others, this ability has it's limits. Due to the complexity of biology, they're unable to mimick transformation or heteromorphic quirks. They also can't mimic any emitter types based of electricity, the electro magnetic spectrum or similar. If the emitter isn't directly tied to the manipulation of atoms, Atomite can't mimick it.

They don't have the natural protection/resistance against mimicked quirks. When they use their "pyrokinesis", for example, their body part used to create fire gets burned. The longer they use it, the more severe those burns get.

When attempting to (re-)create animals (such as humans), Atomite's only capable of making a lifeless body. They also can't "fuse" two or more beings into a single one, without deadly consequences or spending months studying how to make the anatomy of the newly formed creature work. This process gets further complicated and extremely unpredictable if different people with quirks get "fused".

Using Atom Manipulation requires a lot of concentration and energy. If Atomite gets distracte­d or fails to stay focused, their quirk might malfunction. If they use their quirk too often in a short amount of time, it leads to extreme exhaustion and eventually loss of consciousness.

Due to this threshold being rather low, Atomite made sure they wouldn't be defenseless without using their quirk: their outfit is equipped with all sorts of gadgets, tools and weapons. It also hides their identity.

Further limitations before attending UA:

Atomite used to be unable to manipulate matter without physical contact. Only after excessive training, they were able to use the telekinetic part of their ability, making it possible to levitate and manipulate matter without touching it.

They also couldn't change the kinetic energy of atoms without endangering themselves. When attempting to cool things, the excess energy would transfer into their own body, heating it up. This lead to a fewer like state. When attempting to heat matter up, the kinetic energy needed for it would also come from their own body, leading to their temperature significantly dropping. This would often cause frost bites or similar. During their stay at UA, their learned to use the kinetic energy of their environment, instead of themselves. Manipulating atoms in such a way heats up or cools down whatever is around them respectively.

Backstory (Part 2/2)

Quirk Awakening -> Ultimate Move (Part 3/3)

(Regarding the edits: I decided to remove the backstory, since I came up with more details and thought it might get too long if included here. The backstory can be found in another post. See it like a part 2 of Hiro's character introduction)

[qocsuing]

TERRACOTTA CLADDING

TERRACOTTA CLADDING

The Terracotta Cladding System(Terracotta Curtain Wall System) has become the first choices of exterior wall decoration for more and more upscale buildings.Get more news about terracotta panel cladding,you can vist our website!

Terracotta cladding is made from 100% natural material, mainly composed of natural clay mixed with natural water, and with high temperature firing work. Combined with other facade system materials, such as glass, stone, steel etc., the terracotta wall cladding systems crate the fantastic facade wall designs. It is widely used for the exterior of the building as an alternate to exposed brick masonry, which is rugged and untidy. The terracotta facade cladding system can solve this problem perfectly. The terracotta surface can be either glazed and unglazed with a variety choice in colors. ADVANTAGES OF TERRACOTTA CLADDING PANELS 1. Colors Stone: Single color which is unable to satisfied the requirements of the designer. What’s more, either marble or granite, the surface of it will fade and discoloration over time. Metal Panel: It has poor durability and metal texture is too strong. It can not accomplished architect’s dream. It is also easy to deform and discolor ate in the windy and rainy weather. Terracotta Panels: Terracotta Cladding Panels can visualize architect design and integrate architecture and art with its colorful and unique art.

2. Safety and shock resistance, acid and alkali resistance Stone: It is natural items that has rich silicon oxide, aluminum oxide or calcium carbonate minerals, and all of them contain radioactive elements – chlorine. Sheet Panel: Metal panels are feared of acid corrosion. Terracotta Panels: The raw materials are natural clay, which do not contain any radioactive elements; after calcification in 1200 degrees Celsius kiln, a portion of mineral elements contained in the clay (aluminum oxide, silicon oxide or the like) has been completely oxidized.

3. Energy conservation Stone: Non-renewable natural materials, and can not be recycled. Metal Panels: Mainly use aluminum alloy, the resource of which has been almost mined up in the world. The thickness of the metal panels is limited. With its high thermal conductivity, it does not have any energy-saving effect. 4. Installation Stone: Installation of stone curtain wall is basically using back cut anchor bolt or grooved with clips to install.Both of these two methods will destroy the stone structure. Metal Panel: the panel thickness is very thin. It is easily damaged and deformed by the external force, so it is with low safety performance.

[cxrefractories]

The Development of Refractory Ramming Mass

The ramming mass refers to ramming (manual or mechanical) method of construction, and hardened in the heating effect is higher than normal temperature under the unshaped refractory materials.

By refractory aggregate, with certain gradation of powder, binder, additive water or other liquid after mixing.According to the material classification with high alumina, clay, magnesite, dolomite, zirconium and silicon carbide carbon refractory ramming material.

Refractory Ramming Mass Function:

ramming material is made of silicon carbide, graphite, electric calcined anthracite as raw material, mixed with a variety of ultra-fine powder additives, fused cement or composite resin as the binder made of bulk cement.To fill the gap or stack cooling equipment and masonry masonry filler.

Refractory Ramming Mass Types:

The leveling layer with acidic, neutral and alkaline ramming material widely used in intermediate frequency coreless furnace core induction furnace, as if furnace ramming material used for melting aluminum and its alloys, melting of copper, brass, copper and bronze and copper alloy etc.

The carbon ramming mass as an example: according to the different type of blast furnace and the material design requirements of different carbon ramming material is mainly used for blast furnace carbon brick and bottom sealing gaps between plates and carbon bricks and the cooling wall, and filling the furnace bottom water cooling tube over the central line of the leveling and cooling wall, all parts are required by ramming carbon ramming after ramming mass has a certain strength and density, and filled every corner of a small gap, to achieve no leakage of hot metal and gas demand,Classification and construction: all ceramic ramming material consisting of material is divided into: clay, high alumina, carbon, magnesium and dolomite.

Refractory Ramming Mass Advantages:

High erosion resistance.

High bonding strength.

Short lead time.

Free engineering services to guarantee service life.

Ramming mass is used in various industrial places for manufacturing of many refractory materials. It is prepared with great precision using modern techniques and quality materials. Corrosion resistant with a high level of thermal stability, it offers maximum output and last longer. It can be used in lining of iron, lining the trough of blast furnaces, lining of induction furnaces, used as insulation for rapid drying. Also, available in a premixed form allows lesser wastage, consistent and longer lining and patching life.  Ramming mass is prepared using quality components and other raw material as per the industrial set standards and norms with great precision. The even and regular granule of the powder are appreciated by the clientele.

Neutral Ramming Mass VS Silica Linings

Silica ramming mass can safely be used up to an operating temperature of 1600 deg C. Since it expands very little, it is superior to both alumina and magnesia refractories to resist thermal shocks. Though silica lining has good endurance against thermal shock, it has poor resistance against steelmaking slags. Temperature control is very necessary for a satisfactory lining life.

The addition of right quantity of boric acid is very important for optimum life of lining.

The quantity depends upon (i) temperature of liquid metal bath, (ii) chemical composition of quartzite mass, and (iii) thickness of crucible wall.

Silica linings are the conventional lining solution widely used in both ferrous and non-ferrous foundries. Mainly made of crystalline silica and commonly known as acidic ramming mass, the typical binding agents that aid in the sintering of silica linings are boron-based. This refractory lining exhibits mainly low thermal expansion and have excellent thermal shock resistance.

Neutral ramming mass are a unique, chemically neutral foundry solution that form joint-less linings. The in-situ spinels synthesise at high temperatures inside the refractory lining, creating a unique 3-layer structure. The outermost layer in contact with the molten metal is a hard, sintered surface, followed by an intermediate fritted layer. The innermost layer stays in a powdery form.

Neutral ramming mass

Lining wear and the causes of wear

The lining life of induction furnace lined with silica ramming mass depends upon the lining practice and operating practice of the furnace besides quality of the silica ramming mass. It is quite common to get inconsistent lining life of the furnace. There are cases when sudden failure of lining takes place.

The main factors which affects the lining life of the induction furnace are

(i) incorrect granulometry of the ramming mass,

(ii) non-uniform distribution of the binding agent,

(iii) superheating of the metal bath in the furnace,

(iv) penetration of metal,

(v) minimum slag free metal resulting in minimum erosion at slag line,

(vi) loss of refractory powder, and (vii) topping/lining interface cracking

For the proper failure analysis in case of pre-mature failure of the refractory lining, it is important that proper records about output, working temperature, and other parameters are maintained. These records not only help in finding the cause of failure but also help in the continuous performance of the lining life.

Article Source: The Development of Refractory Ramming Mass Company name: Henan Changxing Refractory Materials Co.,Ltd More refractory products:https://www.cxrefractories.com/en-all-refractory-products Email:info@cxrefractories.com Website:https://www.cxrefractories.com

[fillerboy]

Dolomite: The Hidden Gem of the Mineral World

Dolomite, often referred to as the "hidden gem" of the mineral world, is a captivating mineral with a rich history and remarkable properties. This blog takes you on an enthralling journey through the world of dolomite, exploring its diverse applications, geological formation, and the leading role played by dolomite manufacturers in harnessing its potential.

Understanding Dolomite:

Dolomite, scientifically known as calcium magnesium carbonate (CaMg(CO3)2), is a mineral that forms through a complex process involving the alteration of limestone or marble by magnesium-rich groundwater. It is characterized by its distinctive crystal structure and a range of captivating colors, including white, gray, pink, and green.

Geological Formation and Occurrence:

Dolomite primarily forms in sedimentary environments, where magnesium-rich fluids interact with calcium carbonate minerals. It can be found in abundance in limestone deposits, as well as in hydrothermal veins and as a product of microbial activity in some marine environments. Notable dolomite deposits can be found in various regions worldwide, including the United States, Italy, Spain, China, and India.

Properties and Industrial Applications:

Dolomite boasts a diverse range of properties that make it highly valuable across multiple industries. Some of its notable characteristics include:

Magnesium Source: Dolomite is an important source of magnesium, a vital nutrient for plants, animals, and humans. It is widely used in agriculture to enhance soil fertility and promote healthy plant growth.

Refractory Material: Due to its high melting point and resistance to heat and fire, dolomite is used as a refractory material in the production of refractory bricks, furnace linings, and crucibles.

Construction Aggregate: Dolomite serves as a versatile construction material, used as an aggregate in concrete and asphalt mixtures. Its durable nature and excellent strength contribute to the overall quality and performance of construction projects.

Magnesium Production: The extraction of magnesium metal from dolomite ore is a significant industrial process. Magnesium, with its lightweight and high-strength properties, finds applications in aerospace, automotive, and electronics industries.

Soil Amendment: Dolomite is used as a soil amendment to neutralize acidic soils and provide essential nutrients, including calcium and magnesium, for optimal plant growth.

Ceramics and Glass Production: Dolomite's unique properties, such as its high melting point and low reactivity, make it an ideal ingredient in the production of ceramics, glass, and glazes.

Leading Dolomite Manufacturers:

In the world of dolomite, industry leaders like Fillerboy play a pivotal role in harnessing its potential and delivering exceptional quality. Here's why Fillerboy stands out:

Unmatched Quality: Fillerboy sources dolomite from carefully selected mines, ensuring superior quality and consistency. Their commitment to rigorous quality control processes guarantees premium-grade dolomite that meets the highest industry standards.

Customized Solutions: Fillerboy offers customized dolomite solutions tailored to specific industry requirements. Their team of experts works closely with clients to understand their needs and provide personalized formulations and grades of dolomite.

Reliable Supply Chain: Fillerboy ensures a seamless supply chain, from sourcing and processing to packaging and delivery. Their efficient logistics network enables timely delivery of dolomite products to customers worldwide.

Technical Support: Fillerboy provides comprehensive technical support, assisting clients with product selection, application guidance, and troubleshooting. Their dedicated team of professionals is always ready to address customer queries and provide expert advice.

Conclusion:

Industry leaders like Fillerboy excel in dolomite manufacturing, ensuring unmatched quality, customized solutions, and a reliable supply chain. With their commitment to excellence and technical support, Fillerboy continues to contribute to the growth and innovation of industries that rely on dolomite.

In conclusion, dolomite stands as a hidden gem in the mineral world, offering a multitude of applications and valuable properties. From its geological formation to its use as a refractory material, construction aggregate, and magnesium source, dolomite plays a significant role in various sectors. Manufacturers like Fillerboy play a crucial role in unlocking the potential of dolomite, delivering exceptional quality and tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of industries. Embrace the hidden gem of dolomite and explore its remarkable possibilities with trusted manufacturers like Fillerboy. Experience the transformative power of dolomite and witness its impact across industries. Connect with Fillerboy today to embark on a journey of innovation and excellence.

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Pratibha Refractory Minerals: A Trusted Supplier of High-Quality Dolomite

Dolomite is a mineral composed primarily of calcium magnesium carbonate (CaMg(CO3)2). It is a sedimentary rock that is formed from the chemical precipitation of calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate in marine environments. Dolomite is typically white, gray, or pink in color and has a crystalline structure. It is commonly found in sedimentary rocks such as limestone, shale, and sandstone. Pratibha Refractory Minerals is a leading manufacturer, supplier of dolomite. Based in India, the company has been providing dolomite to customers around the world for many years.

Their dolomite is mined from the best sources in India and is of premium quality. The company offers a wide range of dolomite products, including dolomite powder, dolomite lumps, and dolomite grains, which are used in various applications such as steel production, construction, agriculture, and water treatment.

Uses of Dolomite:

Dolomite has many uses in various industries due to its physical and chemical properties. Some of the common uses of dolomite are:

Construction: Dolomite is used as a building material in the form of crushed stone or aggregate for the construction of roads, bridges, buildings, and other infrastructure. It is also used as a decorative stone in landscaping.

Agriculture: Dolomite is used as a soil conditioner to increase the alkalinity of acidic soils and improve the absorption of nutrients by plants. It also provides magnesium and calcium to the soil, which are essential nutrients for plant growth.

Steel production: Dolomite is used as a fluxing agent in the steel industry to remove impurities from iron ore and reduce the amount of slag produced during the steel-making process.

Water treatment: Dolomite is used in water treatment to remove excess fluoride and other impurities from drinking water.

Refractory industry: Dolomite is used in the refractory industry to produce refractory bricks and other products used in high-temperature applications, such as furnaces and kilns.

Chemical industry: Dolomite is used in the chemical industry to produce magnesium oxide, which is used as a refractory material, and magnesium metal, which is used in the production of alloys and other products.

Benefits of Dolomite:

Dolomite offers several benefits in different applications due to its physical and chemical properties. Some of the benefits of dolomite are:

Neutralizes acid soils: Dolomite is an effective soil conditioner that neutralizes acidic soils by increasing the pH levels, which helps improve plant growth and crop yields.

Provides essential nutrients: Dolomite contains calcium and magnesium, which are essential nutrients for plant growth and development. It also provides other micronutrients such as iron and manganese, which are required in smaller quantities.

Improves water quality: Dolomite is used in water treatment to remove excess fluoride and other impurities from drinking water, which helps improve water quality and make it safe for consumption.

Reduces slag formation: Dolomite is used as a fluxing agent in steel production to reduce slag formation, which helps improve the efficiency of the process and reduces the amount of waste produced.

High-temperature resistance: Dolomite has a high melting point and can withstand high temperatures, which makes it an ideal material for use in refractory applications, such as furnaces and kilns.

Decorative uses: Dolomite is used as a decorative stone in landscaping and construction due to its attractive appearance and durability.

Why Pratibha Refractory is a trusted Dolomite Supplier

Pratibha Refractory Minerals is a trusted dolomite supplier for several reasons:

Quality products: Pratibha Refractory Minerals sources dolomite from the best mines in India, ensuring that the products are of high quality and meet the required standards.

Wide range of products: The company offers a wide range of dolomite products, including dolomite powder, dolomite lumps, and dolomite grains, which cater to the different needs of their customers.

Competitive prices: Pratibha Refractory Minerals offers competitive prices for their dolomite products, making them an affordable option for customers.

Timely delivery: The company has a robust supply chain and logistics network that ensures timely delivery of products to their customers.

Excellent customer service: Pratibha Refractory Minerals has a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing excellent customer service and support. They are available to assist customers with their queries and concerns and provide them with the necessary information and guidance.

Sustainable and ethical practices: The company is committed to sustainable and ethical practices in their operations, including responsible mining and environmental conservation.

Looking for high-quality dolomite products for your business needs? Contact us today and get access to a wide range of premium dolomite products at competitive prices. Our experienced team is committed to providing excellent customer service and support, ensuring timely delivery of products to your doorstep. Contact us now to learn more!

[arcoyindustries-blog]

The most common acid proof bricks materials are borosilicate glass, stainless steel, cast iron, titanium, ceramic, and Teflon. Arcoy is an expertise Acid proof Bricks manufacturers in India. They also developed a unique ability to approach every project from a 360-degree perspective.

[liluwrites]

Sugar High

Characters: Lithuania x Poland, N. Italy

Word Count: 3k

Summary: Feliks knows how to handle the highs and lows of his diabetes, and the complications that come with it. But romance is another matter entirely – and when a kind stranger stops to help him in the street, he finds himself thrown into the chaos of awkwardness, flirting, and the possibility of second chances. A huge thank you to @gnostic-heretic and @lotusdumpling for beta reading this fic, you guys are awesome!

It’s not entirely a surprise when his body decides to try to kill him.

He’s been feeling it coming for the best part of an hour, but there’s not much he can do to stave off the oncoming hypo when he’s in a lecture with a professor who whips around at the sound of a package crinkling or the barely audible hiss of a carbonated drink. Most professors are fairly chill, but this one won’t even let him bring coffee without a vicious glare. Perhaps if Feliks were less awkward, he would argue his (extremely valid) point that he has diabetes and without access to food he could, well, die. But he’s a socially anxious mess, so instead he stays quiet and tries not to pass out. Once the lecture is finally over, he stands shakily and heads for his dorm. Feliciano will already be home, and the moment they see him they’ll be bombarding him with Lucozade and far too many slices of toast. He smiles at the thought. Feliciano is ridiculously motherly for a nineteen-year-old, and Feliks wouldn’t change them for the world. Unfortunately, he doesn’t make it to Feliciano, because by the time he’s turning the corner to head towards the dorm, his head starts swimming and his legs quiver, and he finds himself slowly sinking to sit against the brick wall with his head ducked between his knees. With trembling hands, he reaches for his monitoring kit and clicks the needle against the pad of his index finger, then waits for the reading. 2.8 He sucks in a breath. Not good. Very not good. Especially sitting alone against a wall on a quiet afternoon on campus, with no one around to offer help. The humid air is closing in around him, suffocating, and perhaps if he called out someone would come to him - but he can’t, he can’t, he can’t. He can’t bear for anyone to see him like this. He just needs Feliciano. But his phone had died partway through the lecture, and his dorm is around a corner and up six flights of stairs, and there’s no way he can get there without collapsing. He can feel his heart stuttering in his chest, and his skin is prickling, although he can’t tell if it’s from anxiety or because this is the worst hypo he’s had in a while and he might actually fucking die. He’s gonna die. Oh fuck, he’s gonna die he’s gonna die he’s gonna die – “Are you alright?” The voice sounds strange, as if it’s coming from underwater. Feliks looks up and sees a face leaning over him, unfocused – pale skin and soft brown hair and green eyes - and then there’s a hand reaching out and hovering above him, as if they want to touch him but don’t quite dare. “Do you need, uh, water or anything?”

 He closes his eyes briefly and forces another breath into his leaden lungs. “Won’t help.”

 “Shit, what can I do to help you? I don’t know how to help you.”

 The urgency in his voice makes Feliks’ throat tighten. “Juice,” he whispers.

 “I - what? Oh, shit, yeah, I’ve got juice, is orange okay?” Feliks resists the urge to roll his eyes. “Right, let me just - “ There’s the thump of a backpack hitting the ground, followed by rummaging and muffled curses, and then he’s pressing something into Feliks’ palm, something small and square with sharp corners – a juice box!

With a wave of almost nauseating relief, Feliks takes the plastic straw in his lips and sucks. The orange juice is sticky and acidic against his tongue. It makes him feel slightly sick, but he’s never been more grateful. Thank god for kind strangers. “Does that help?” The tentative voice sounds again, closer this time. Feliks looks up. The kind stranger is crouching in front of him, his backpack lying on the ground at his feet. He’s watching him intently with concerned eyes. “You don’t need an ambulance, do you?” Feliks shakes his head. The movement feels heavy and syrupy, but everything is slightly more focused now – and yeah, maybe he’s not going to die, after all. Anxiety brain can be a bitch. “No, I’m okay. This happens a lot.” This makes Kind Stranger look even more alarmed. “A lot? I don’t think that’s normal.” Despite his kind of pathetic situation, he chokes a laugh. “It’s fine. I have diabetes. Hypos aren’t great, but I can deal with them.” “Oh, okay.” He seems relieved by this information. “I was worried it might’ve been because of the heat. Heatstroke can be pretty serious.” Feliks gives him a wan smile. “So can diabetes.” He immediately feels guilty when Kind Stranger recoils, stricken. “Oh no, I didn’t mean it isn’t serious! I’m so sorry, of course it’s serious! I just meant – “ “It’s okay, I was joking.” “Oh…haha…” Kind Stranger rubs the back of his neck awkwardly. “Even so, I’m sorry. I can be pretty tactless. I’m not great with people.” Feliks looks at his earnest expression and wonders why someone like him wouldn’t be popular. Surely his kindness should attract good friends like moths to a light. “Seriously, you’re fine. Neither am I. I’m not good at talking to strangers.” Kind Stranger cracks a tiny smile. “You’re talking to me.” Feliks smiles back. “I guess I am.” He reaches over and lightly taps the juice box. “Drink some more. You’re still shaking.” Obediently, he pokes the straw back into his mouth and takes another sip. “You sound like my roommate. They always fuss.” “I think I have a right to fuss,” he says, with a defensive pout that is actually kind of cute. “You almost passed out in front of me.” “Touché.” They fall silent, and Feliks concentrates on sipping at his juice box and feeling the consciousness return to his body. Kind Stranger sits quietly in front of him, watching him with soft eyes and a gentle smile. Feliks can’t meet his gaze without blushing. He’s very cute, he thinks, despite his ugly sweater vest and bitten-down nails. Feliks wouldn’t mind seeing him again, perhaps in better circumstances. “What’s your name?” He asks impulsively. Kind Stranger blinks. “Uh, Toris. Laurinaitis. I’m an astrophysics major.” “Your name is almost as bad as mine. Feliks Łukasiewicz. I study Literature.” “Oh, Literature. That must be interesting.” Feliks grins at him. “You think it sounds terrible, don’t you?” Toris’ eyes widen and he holds out his hands in defence. “No, no! It’s just, my dyslexia makes reading kind of difficult for me, but I’m sure as an area of study it’s fascinating – “ “If it’s any consolation, science makes me want to cry.” “Honestly? Same.” They both laugh. “But it's the closest I'll ever get to my childhood dream of going into space.” Feliks blinks at him. “Why can't you? Follow your dreams and all that.” He taps the thin wire rim of his glasses. “Don’t have 20/20 vision.” “I don’t think I could go into space either,” he consoles him. “Anyway, I cry on rollercoasters, I'm not sure I could handle a rocket.” Toris pulls a face. “I went on a rollercoaster once. Never again.” Feliks laughs and drains the last drops of his juice box. He’s feeling a lot better now – a little weak and shaky, perhaps, but no longer on the verge of death. A warm shower and a slice of Feliciano's home-made pizza sounds perfect right now, but more than that, he doesn’t want to stop talking. “Toris,” he says gravely, looking him straight in the eye. “I have something serious to ask you, something that could make or break our friendship.” “Our – ? Oh, okay!” Toris flushes slightly, looking pleased. He swallows. “Go ahead.” He seems slightly terrified, but Feliks can't help but drag out the silence teasingly, before he asks, “In your professional opinion, does Pluto still count as a planet?” Toris sits up straight. “Pluto will always be a planet. Fight me.” “I like you.” Perhaps he wouldn’t normally be so blunt, but his mind still feels hazy and scrambled. “Yeah, I definitely like you.” “Thank you?” Toris says, and he’s a blushing mess, and Feliks might be slightly in love. Awkwardly, Toris casts his eyes about for a distraction. “Are you feeling better?” Feliks smiles. Toris is definitely like Feliciano. “I'm fine now, seriously.” He unpacks his monitor and checks again. “Look, 3.9. That’s almost normal.” “Oh.” Hesitantly, he asks, “Doesn’t it hurt? The needle? Oh no, was that an insensitive question? I'm sorry – “ He laughs and cuts him off. “Don’t worry, you’re fine. It doesn’t hurt anymore, I've been doing it since I was eight. You get used to it.” “I guess you would,” Toris says. “You can get used to anything.” Toris’ phone chimes, and he swipes a finger across the screen and rolls his eyes fondly. “Oh, for God’s sake, Alfred.” “Who's Alfred?” A boyfriend? he wonders, looking at the affectionate expression on his face. “My roommate. He's an idiot and a dickhead but I love him.” “Oh, your roommate. Good.” That strikes a chord in Feliks' mind as he suddenly remembers; “Oh, fuck! Feliciano! They’ll be worried.” “I can message them,” Toris offers, already whipping out his phone again. Feliks sighs in relief and gives him Feliciano's number. “Just tell them I'm outside the dorm and I had a hypo.” Barely two minutes later, Feliciano arrives, half-running with their phone in one hand and a bottle of Lucozade in the other. They reach them and scoop Feliks into such a tight hug they lift him bodily from the ground, then pull back to say, Why didn’t you message me sooner? You frightened me! Drink this. They thrust the Lucozade at him, and Feliks smiles and pushes it gently away. I'm okay, T-O-R-I-S gave me a juice box. I’m fine, I promise. Feliciano eyes him critically. T-O-R-I-S? Feliks gestures to Toris, who is lingering beside them with an awkward half-smile. He found me here and stayed with me and gave me some juice, he’s really kind! And he studies astrophysics, and he doesn’t like rollercoasters either, and! And he knows that Pluto’s still a planet. Feliciano gives him a sideways look, smiling knowingly. Feliks blushes and rolls his eyes. Licking their lips nervously, Feliciano turns to Toris and clears their throat. “Thank you for looking after Feliks,” they enunciate carefully. Their intonation is slightly irregular, but otherwise their speech is very clear, and Feliks gives them a proud smile. Toris nods, looking equally nervous, then hesitantly curves his hand in towards his chest. You’re welcome. Feliks grins as he watches Feliciano’s face light up. Toris clearly isn’t fluent in ASL, or anywhere close, but just the effort is enough to make Feliciano overjoyed, and he can literally feel himself falling for Toris. Anyone who makes his best friend smile like that is someone special. Feliciano flings their arms around Toris, who looks startled but pleased as he hugs them back. Carefully, Feliciano eases Feliks up from the wall and steadies him when his head spins, and Toris picks up his bag off the ground and helps him hang it over his shoulder. He checks his levels again, and he’s pretty much normal now, but he’s dying for some carbs. They linger at the corner for a moment, neither of them wanting to leave. “You can come up to the dorm with us, if you want,” Feliks offers impulsively. “Number 132. I bet Feliciano will make you some pizza.” “I will,” they confirm, their voice stronger and more confident. “But not pineapple because that’s blasphemous.” Feliks pulls a face behind their back, and Toris stifles a laugh. “I wish I could, but I’ve already missed half a lecture.” A spear of guilt stabs into him. “Shit, I’m sorry.” “Don’t apologise!” Feliciano and Toris exclaim in unison. They smile at each other, and Toris continues, “Seriously, it’s fine. I’m glad I had the chance to meet you, Feliks.” “You, too.” And then Toris is waving at them and walking away, and Feliks is not expecting the sadness that washes over him, because he doesn’t want this to be an ending. Rationally, he knows that Toris only stopped to help him because he’s a kind person, and now the crisis is averted, he has no obligation to stay in his life – but he’d felt something between them, and it hurts a little to think that Toris didn’t feel feel the same. He wants to call out to him, but Toris is already turning the corner and Feliciano is guiding him into the elevator in the lobby, and everything is back to normal. So, Feliciano says as soon as the elevator doors slide shut. T-O-R-I-S, hm? Feliks just sighs and shakes his head, pushing their hands away. Feliciano shrugs. Pizza, then? Feliks gives them a weak smile. Yeah, pizza. Extra pineapple. You heathen. Feliks laughs half-heartedly. His mind is still distracted with thoughts of Toris, and the regret of fuck, he should’ve got his number. Yeah, this is definitely an ending. With a sigh, he follows Feliciano into the dorm and shuts the door behind them. *** Feliks has no classes the next day, so he rises late and spends the morning padding around the dorm in his pink bathrobe, sipping at a decaf americano. He has a ton of work to do, but it’s one of those beautiful summer mornings with silky white light making patterns against the floorboards, and he wants to lament elegantly over his lost chance at romance like a tragic heroine. Feliciano, a revoltingly cheerful morning person, makes them both pancakes, then sprawls on their stomach on the floor, taking advantage of the perfect lighting to snap aesthetic photos of flowers for their Instagram. It’s a quiet, lazy Saturday, so Feliks is totally unprepared for the knock at the door. Expecting it to be some idiot from next door wanting to borrow detergent or something, he drags himself off the couch and slouches over to the door, tugging it open with a yawn. “Yes?” Then he freezes. “Oh, shit, Toris.” In an instant, his mind registers exactly how he must look; tattered pink gown, chipped nail polish, barefoot, bedhead – an utter mess. He kind of wants to slam the door in Toris’ face, but that would be a dick move, and his heart has already leapt into his throat at the sight of him. Toris’ shy smile drops slightly. “Oh…did I come at a bad time? Sorry, I didn’t mean to intrude.” “Wait, no, fuck, I am happy to see you. I’m really happy to see you. I just look disgusting right now.” “I think you look fine,” Toris says earnestly, and Feliks feels his face heat up. “Um, I just wanted to make sure you were okay?” Feliks blinks at him. “Why wouldn’t I be?” “Well, you know,” he shifts his feet uncomfortably. “After yesterday. I wanted to check that you’re feeling better.” He stares at him for a moment, then splutters with laughter and pushes him playfully. “Oh, Toris! Hypos don’t last that long – I’m fine, see? I was fine right after I got back to the dorm.” “Oh.” His face is flushed, but he manages a tiny rueful grin. “Sorry, I don’t know very much yet. I googled it, you know. Diabetes. I wanted to know what to do if something happened again, how to help in the future.” Feliks looks at him with wide eyes, lost and confused and a little hopeful. “In the future?” If possible, Toris’ face turns even more red. “I mean, only if you want to, of course. But like, I thought maybe you’d want to hang out again, as friends or – more? Shit, sorry, that’s going way too fast. But – I thought you might want to get coffee with me?” He says the last part in a rush, merging his words together and focusing intently on the ground. For a moment, Feliks is stunned. Then, slowly, a smile spreads across his face. “Hey, Toris.” He waits until he looks up at him. “I would love to.” Toris’ whole posture relaxes in relief, and his face lights up like the sun appearing through the clouds. “When?” “This afternoon?” Toris nods eagerly. “Yes, please, this afternoon.” “Okay, this afternoon.” “Okay.” “Okay.” They stand there for a long moment, grinning at each other like idiots. Feliks’ face hurts from smiling so much. He feels like he could stay like this forever, lingering in the doorway to his dorm, but he can’t help but ruin the moment. “Maybe okay will be our always.” Toris groans and pushes him in the chest, and he stumbles back a step, laughing. “I’m sorry, I’m sorry!” “You should be.” And then they’re laughing again, and Feliks is asking, “Do you want to come in? You can have a pancake.” “Why do you always bribe me with food, Feliks Łukasiewicz?” He absolutely butchers his last name, but Feliks doesn’t care. It’s cute, coming from Toris. “What else would you like me to bribe you with?” He wriggles his eyebrows seductively, and Toris groans again and flushes deeply. It’s adorable how easily he blushes. “So do you want to come in?” “I’m really sorry, I wish I could, but I’m meeting Alfred and his boyfriend for an early lunch.” He smiles regretfully. “But I’ll see you this afternoon, yeah?” He smiles back. “Yeah.” “Okay.” “Okay.” Toris smirks. “Okay.” “Go away.” Feliks pushes him out of the doorway, laughing. “Go eat lunch. I’ll see you later.” “Goodbye, Feliks.” Toris waves at him as he turns down the corridor. “I’ll see you.” He waits until Toris has started to walk down the stairs, then slams the door shut and spins to face Feliciano. His roommate is standing behind him, hands on their hips and a delighted grin plastered across their face. I don’t believe it. My baby has a date! You’re barely a year older than me, he protests. Feliciano just tuts and opens their arms. Feliks runs to them, flings his arms around their neck, and spins them both around in the middle of the floor, faster and faster until they’re dizzy and breathless, because Feliks has a date. With Toris Laurinaitis. And nothing, he thinks, could be better than that. *** He arrives at the coffee shop at just past four o’clock. Although Feliciano has done everything to make him feel brave – repainting his nails a pastel pink, dabbing his lips with shimmering gloss and a touch of silver sparkles on his eyelids, picking out a perfectly-coordinated ‘casual’ outfit from their combined wardrobes and completing it with a silk scarf draped elegantly around his neck – he’s trembling a little, and he waits outside the shop for a few minutes, taking deep breaths to compose himself. Through the wide window, he can see Toris sitting at a table for two. It’s reassuring to see that he looks as nervous Feliks feels – he’s fidgeting with his clasped hands, chewing on his lower lip and glancing anxiously towards the door. Perhaps he thinks Feliks isn’t coming. Perhaps he thinks Feliks has lied to him, stood him up, or has even just forgotten. As if he could forget. He’s been thinking about this all day, as Feliciano danced around him, getting him all dressed up and pretty. He looks down at his outfit, smiling. A light coral shirt combined with his cropped denim jacket with silver buttons and his Pride pin, a pair of Feliciano’s shorts, and white sandals that show off his freshly-painted toenails. A butterfly-printed canvas handbag containing his phone and wallet and insulin pen is slung casually over one shoulder. He takes a deep breath. You look beautiful, Feliciano had told him resolutely before he had left. Even more beautiful than usual. Stunning. Gorgeous. Eye-catching. Absolutely magnificent – Shut up! He had complained, giggling, but he’s grateful for the compliments now. If Toris had thought he looked good in his ancient bathrobe, or when he was doubled over on the street trying not to pass out, then surely he’ll like him in this. Hopefully, he’ll like him in anything. He walks to the entrance and pauses. Lowers his shoulders, straightens his back, lifts his chin high. Then, he summons all his strength and steps through the doorway. The way Toris looks at him makes everything okay. His face lights up, radiant, his smile so bright it makes him glow. His hair falls to his shoulders in loose waves, a deep chestnut brown highlighted bronze in the afternoon sunlight. Feliks could look at him forever; his hair, his smile, his eyes. And as he walks towards him, pulls out a chair, sits down, his heart is buzzing with the thought that this isn’t an ending after all: it’s only the beginning. Fin.

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White Fused Alumina

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White fused alumina is made of industrial alumina powder, which is smelted in an arc at a high temperature of over 2000 degrees and then cooled. It is suitable for the manufacture of ceramics, resin-bonded abrasive tools, grinding, polishing, sandblasting, precision casting etc.

 Types of White Fused Alumina

White Fused Alumina for Abrasive

White Fused Alumina for Refractory

Special Treated White Fused Alumina

 White Fused Alumina Features

Characteristics

White fused alumina has the characteristics of moderate hardness, good self-sharpening, wear resistance and stable chemical properties. Suitable for abrasives, industrial chemicals and refractory materials.

 High Purity

The higher the alumina content in white fused alumina, the better the purity and quality of the white fused alumina.

 Good Corrosion Resistance and Wear Resistance

As an abrasive material, white fused alumina abrasive must have good corrosion resistance and wear resistance in order to become the basic material for abrasive blasting.

 Moderate Hardness

White fused alumina has moderate hardness, good self-sharpening and good grinding ability, and is suitable for sandblasting.

 Stable Chemical Properties

White fused alumina has good corrosion resistance and stable chemical properties. Also used as a refractory material. White fused alumina refractories are used for high temperature coatings, refractory bricks, furnace linings, etc. Widely used in steel, cement, ceramics, petrochemical and other industrial fields.

 Faqs of White Fused Alumina

What is the difference between white and brown fused alumina?

Application: White fused alumina is used by the customers who are more pursuit of quality. It has a good polishing effect and is mostly used in carbon steel, alloy steel, malleable cast iron, hard bronze, etc. Brown fused alumina is widely used in the market.

Hardness: The hardness of white fused alumina is slightly higher than that of brown fused alumina.

Smelting: Brown fused alumina is made by melting bauxite at high temperature and is made by redox reaction. White fused alumina is made of high-quality alumina powder. Refining and crystallization of white fused alumina by electrofusion. High purity, good self-sharpening, acid and alkali resistance, corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, stable thermal performance.

Purpose: White fused alumina: mostly used in high-end industries. It has a strong cutting force, is used to remove metal or non-metal burrs, has a polishing effect on the surface grinding of parts, and is a medium polishing abrasive.

Brown fused alumina: mostly for mass users, used to remove burrs on the surface of metal parts such as stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum alloy.

Alumina content: white fused alumina: alumina content is 99.4%, Mohs hardness is 9.0. Brown fused alumina: alumina content of 95%, Mohs hardness of 8.9.

Color: white fused alumina: white and transparent. Brown fused alumina: brown-black, brown-red.

 How is white Fused Alumina made?

White fused alumina is made from industrial alumina powder, which is smelted in an arc at a high temperature of more than 2000 degrees and then cooled. It is suitable for the manufacture of ceramics, resin-bonded abrasive tools, grinding, polishing, sandblasting, precision casting, etc. It can also be used to manufacture high-grade refractory materials. The code "WA" is consistent with international general standards and national standards.

 Do you add boric acid during smelting?

No. In order to minimize the sodium content, we choose the low sodium alumina powder and increase the melting time.

 What's the sodium content of your white fused alumina?

Three kinds of white fused alumina are available:

White fused alumina with Na2O 0.2%

White fused alumina with Na2O 0.3%

White fused alumina with Na2O 0.4%

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Flexible Plastic Pouches Market Know the Latest Innovations and Trends to 2031

Increase in demand for packaged food and beverages is expected to boost the global flexible plastic pouches market during the forecast period. In the food & beverages industry, flexible plastic pouches play a key role in securing the contents of packages. They are considered the materials of choice for packaging frozen foods, as they facilitate long-term storage. They are extensively used for packaging of various food & beverage products such as coffee, tea, confectioneries & chocolates, chilled food, baked goods & snacks, dried food & mixes, beverage & juices, and sauces & condiments. However, stringent regulations imposed on flexible plastic packaging is expected to hinder the market during the forecast period.

Flexible plastic pouches are single-use bags made of plastic. They are used to package everything from snack foods to industrial liquids and are commonly found on supermarket shelves across the globe.

Flexible pouches have become extremely popular over the last few years for food packaging, as many of them are resalable, environmentally friendly, and cheaper than alternatives such as glass, metal, and cardboard containers  

Flexible plastic pouches are also used to package granola bars and energy drinks. Widespread adoption of flexible plastic pouches is linked to the fact that they have a much lower carbon footprint than the alternative packaging materials mentioned above and take up much less space in landfills.

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Flexible Plastic Pouches Market: Material Segment

Based on material, the flexible plastic pouches market can be segmented into polyethylene, polypropylene, and others

The polyethylene segment dominated the flexible plastic pouches market in 2020 due to its unique flow properties such as propensity to stretch when strained, low production cost, high clarity, heat seal ability, high elongation, and softness

Polypropylene is projected to be a rapidly growing material segment of the global flexible plastic pouches market in the near future. This can be ascribed to its good resistance to almost all types of chemicals, including strong acids, alkalis, and most organic materials, and its high melting point, which makes it a superior material for boilable packages.

COVID-19 Impact on Global Flexible Plastic Pouches Market

On January 30, 2020, the International Health Regulations Emergency Committee of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Originating in China, the virus has spread to at least 214 countries and territories around the world.

Several governments and private sector businesses are operating at a limited capacity or have ceased operations completely due to recent events surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has provided lucrative opportunities to the packaging sector. The use of tactile printing in the food & beverages sector is boosting the global flexible plastic pouches market.

Demand for various flexible plastic pouches has increased during lockdowns. The pandemic has led to an increase in the usage of single-use plastic pouches. Consumer behavior has changed owing to safety concerns due to the pandemic. Consumers are increasingly preferring to buy packed food & beverages rather than visiting restaurants. The e-commerce industry has also been expanding due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumers are shopping online for products instead of buying from brick & mortar stores, which is preferred for the purchase of a small number of products or rapid fulfillment of the same.

Consumers are buying one-time usable plastic pouches owing to hygiene issues. Rise in demand for FMCG products due to the pandemic can be ascribed to the growth in demand for flexible plastic pouches.

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Asia Pacific to Hold Leading Share of Global Flexible Plastic Pouches Market

In terms of region, the flexible plastic pouches market can be divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa

Asia Pacific is expected to hold major share of the global flexible plastic pouches market, followed by North America and Europe, during the forecast period

Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the global market due to the rise in demand for flexible plastic pouches in food & beverages, chemicals, cosmetics, and health and beauty industries, among others

Increase in awareness about hygiene and changing lifestyle of consumers are leading to a rise in preference for contamination-free food. Rapid pace of industrialization and urbanization is also fueling the adoption of flexible plastic pouches in Asia Pacific. Growth of the market in Asia Pacific can also be ascribed to the increase in disposable income of people in countries such as China and India, rise in middle-class population, increase in demand for packaged food, and expansion of the food & beverages industry. Growth of the flexible plastic pouches market in Asia Pacific can also be ascribed to the higher consumer spending and manufacturing of packaging materials in developing economies in the region such as China and India.

China is projected to be the fastest-growing market for flexible plastic pouches across the globe during the forecast period owing to the rise in population, high availability of packaging materials, and technological developments. This directly impacts the flexible plastic pouches market in Asia Pacific.

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Choosing The Right Material For Block Paving Is Important

When it comes to block paving, it's important to have the right ideas before starting the actual paving process. These ideas will help you determine the sub-base, the material you should use, and the final design. There are also a few important considerations to make before laying your driveway.

Considerations before laying a block paving driveway

There are a number of things to consider before laying a block paving driveway. These include making sure that the surface is level, compaction and square. If the surface is uneven, it is important to fix the edging bricks with mortar. It is also important to ensure that the paving is level with the edging bricks.

After laying the block paving, it is important to clean it regularly. This includes scraping off any moss or weeds. You should also clean it with a non-acid based detergent and clean water. Only use a pressure washer if the paving is extremely dirty.

Choosing the right material

Choosing the right material for block paving is important for a number of reasons. First, it allows for even weight distribution. Unlike asphalt, stone does not offer great traction. As a result, it tends to become slippery during inclement weather.

Another consideration is that stone can be impermeable, causing surface water pollution and storm runoff. In addition, it is not environmentally friendly, and it produces carbon dioxide. If you are concerned about the environment, you can choose an alternative driveway material, such as asphalt or gravel.

If you have a limited budget, you can try a driveway with gravel or crushed rock. This type of driveway is a cheaper option than block paving. It's also easier to install because it doesn't require special tools. This type of driveway is also more affordable than tarmac or concrete. But if you want to keep it looking beautiful all year round, you'll need to choose a material that will resist oil drips and tire marks.

Choosing the right sub-base

When you are looking for block paving ideas for driveways, it is important to know how to lay the sub-base properly. Typically, the thickness of the sub-base should be 150mm and should be made of MOT type 1 material. One bulk bag of MOT type 1 will cover approximately 10 square metres of driveway surface at a depth of 50mm. You should expect to need between 15 and 20 bulk bags to lay a 50 square metre block paving.

When laying block paving driveway ideas, it is crucial to choose a sub-base material that has the right permeability properties. This is because a sub-base is the main supporting layer of the stone paving. It should be at least 100mm thick in order to support the weight of the paving. The sub-base should be compacted using a compacting plate. Choosing the right sub-base material is crucial for ensuring the long-term performance of your block paving driveway ideas.

Choosing a driveway design

When it comes to block paving, it is vital to choose a design that fits the aesthetic of your home. While classic, linear block paving is a popular choice, you may also want to choose a more unusual design, like geometric circles.

In addition to your aesthetic preferences, you should also consider the colour and finish of your driveway. Greys and sepia tones can give your drive a traditional feel, while slate and granite are more modern options.

Block paving driveways are incredibly durable, so it is crucial to choose one that is both durable and low maintenance. You can buy concrete blocks with any color and finish you desire, and can even do it yourself if you have experience with DIY projects.

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Calcium Carbonate and Its Applications

Calcium carbonate makes up over 70 percent of the carbonates present in the market worldwide. What is it about this form of carbonate that makes it play such a dominant role in the market share and our lives today?

The following article explains the benefits of calcium carbonate and how it is essential in different industries.

Calcium carbonate definition

Let us begin by looking at what calcium carbonate is. To put it in simple words, this is nothing but a chemical compound that is often found in rocks, seashells, and pearls and is even the main component of eggs.

In other words, it is a chemical compound that goes by the formula CaCO3 and takes the form of a fine white powder. Calcium carbonate mostly exists in aragonite, popularly termed limestone- a sedimentary calcite rock. Snail shells are also known to be rich in calcium carbonate.

Chemical compostion of calcium carbonate

· 97.25 percent : CaCO3

· 0.12 percent: SiO2

· 0.04 percent: Al2O3

· 2.12 percent: MgCO3

· 0.03 percent: Fe2O3

Calcium carbonate is often used as a medical supplement to heal various problems in the body like weak bones, heartburn, and even stomach upset and indigestion but only with the advice of the doctor, failing which it can cause some hazardous effects. It also finds applications in the agriculture sector.

Uses of Calcium Carbonate

Calcium carbonate has various uses in our daily life. Let us have a brief look at them here:

1. Paints and paper

Have you ever looked at the paper and wondered what makes it so bright? One reason is the presence of calcium carbonate. Calcium carbonate also finds applications as a coating pigment in paint and other plastic materials for this same reason.

It brightens and smoothens opaque paper, adds to the weight of paint, and acts as an effective filler in adhesives and sealants. It is the reason why top chemical companies in India have tie-ups with paint industries.

2. Construction materials and manufacturing

Calcium carbonate is one of the most important materials used in the construction industry, used in making cement and a few other building materials like marble. It acts as a binding agent (mortar) for setting bricks, concrete blocks, roofing shingles, tiles, rubber compounds, and so on.

The chemical offers antacid characteristics, making it perfect for industries that require acid neutralizing agents in water and soil. Amizara Speciality Chemicals is a leading supplier offering calcium carbonate. The company also offers Calcium Glycerophosphate specialty chemicals in Mumbai.

3. Industries

Of the many industries, calcium carbonate is very useful in agricultural and rubber industries, producing cost-effective results in the final products and manufacturing process. It also finds application as an additive in pesticides.

4. Food and Health

Baking powder, toothpaste, wine, dough, and health supplements are some of the various items that utilize calcium carbonate. Calcium carbonate is also part of agricultural lime used as animal feed.

5. Plastic Industry

Calcium carbonate is very useful in the plastic industry because of its chemical structure, providing stability to these products with the right amount of hardness, efficiency, heat resistance, and flame retarding properties. Apart from this, it also makes plastic products more glossy and improves their heat resistance.

The following are how it benefits this industry:

1. Bags

Calcium carbonate combines with polyethylene to make bags more durable. It is for this reason, that it is essential for manufacturing all kinds of bags, from garbage bags to shopping bags.

2. Injection molding

The chemical compound along with polypropylene finds applications in the injection molding process for plastic products like hollow boards, sheets, home appliances parts, etc.

Final thoughts

Calcium carbonate is used globally in multiple industries. However, it is essential to get a high-quality product to ensure effective results. Chemical company in Mumbai like Amizara Speciality Chemicals is a leading suppliers of calcium carbonate and its different forms. The company guarantees timely delivery and high-quality products. Explore the specialty chemical range today!

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Top 5 Uses of Marble

Marble is considered one of the most fascinating and elegant stones which is being used in construction since ancient Asian and European societies. You can see colorful uses of Imported Marble in India i.e. out-of-door garden tables, the creation of sculptures, countertops, floor tiles, etc. Marble is a soft natural stone as compared to the others, which makes it easier to sculpt and cut into colorful designs and shapes as per the needs.

Builders have been using Imported Marble tiles and slabs in India to produce art and rich structure that aren't just elegant but functional at the same time. Ever since the commencement of ancient societies, the marble tiles are used in flooring to give an ornamental touch which makes it an excellent choice for the interior.

In ancient times Greeks and Romans have been using marble on a large scale for the halls and yards of their Government structures. Even nowadays, marble tile flooring is a prestigious choice when it comes to adding an exquisite look to your home. Besides these marble tiles add a rich look to your home.

Now that we've talked about the properties of this beautiful natural stone you might have been intrigued by a question what are its uses? We've developed below the top 5 uses of Marble

Architecture

If you will look around the history you will find The Taj Mahal as one of the stylish creations of Architecture that was built using White Marble. In fact, it's one of the most beautiful literal places in the world. Marble has been used immensely in this structure, the polls, and the halls. Besides this Marble has distinguished uses in architecture similar to staircases, flooring, and external walls to name a many. Indian architecture has built numerous structures that are built using Top marble in India. The stylish thing about using it's that it has a quite low conservation cost. It's extremely durable with lower porosity and can take high polish on it. This results in largely attractive interiors and exteriors that are durable and water-resistant.

Sculpture

Marble has a pellucid surface. When marble is polished extremely, it allows the light to enter it making it glow. These things qualify marble for producing the most beautiful sculptures. The finest marbles that are picked up for creating sculptures have many stains or no stains at all. There might be hundreds of sculptures around the globe but Rajasthan possesses the finest ones built using Best Marble In Rajasthan that you may find in Sculpture Park at Nahargarh Fort in Jaipur.

Building & Construction

The left-out pieces of Marble during construction are further reused to produce Marble Stone Chips. They're crushed to different sizes as per the conditions and are used as paddings in construction workshops. The White Colored Marble has a lot of uses it's crushed to form extremely fine greasepaint that's used as a brightener color. The Dolomite Marble is crushed in colorful standard sizes and is used as a base material in the construction of roads as a base material.

Chemical & Pharmaceutical Industry

The Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industry is using Marble considerably in preparing the calcium feed supplement. Farms are using Marble for the product supplements that are rich in calcium and help the chickens in producing eggs and cows in producing milk. The Dolomite Marble is being used as a flux in the processing essence and a major component in producing pottery, glass, and bricks. Marble contains calcium carbonate that's an acidic agent and it has the property of being readily dissolved in acid. When Marble is unveiled to the acidic responses, colorful products are formed grounded on the nature of acids, similar to nitrate, chloride, and sulfate.

Agriculture

Calcite marble is composed of Carbon Dioxide. When it's hotted in the furnace, Carbon Dioxide is released fully from it leaving before Calcium Oxide which is better known as Lime. Since we know marble has acid neutralization properties, Lime is used to control the acidity in the soil. The product capability of soil increases when Lime combined with toxin is applied to it.

Original Source: Indian Marble Supplier

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Brief introduction of magnesia-carbon brick raw material

1. Fused magnesia sand: it is an alkaline refractory made of natural magnesite, light fired magnesia or sintered magnesia fused by an arc furnace. Fused magnesia main crystal phase of periclase, melting point is 2800 ℃, 1600 ℃ sublimation in vacuum, in reducing atmosphere above 2000 ℃ sublimation, is greater than 3.40 g/cm3 density, porosity of 0% to 10%, 5.5 mohs hardness, resistance to basic slag erosion is very strong, stable chemical properties, under the high temperature of 1500 ℃ and other than the silica brick no or weak reaction between all kinds of refractory materials. The appearance should be clear after the complete melting crystallization, do not allow mixing with other magnesia or sundries.

2, Graphite: is a carbon as the main component of the natural mineral, it has high temperature resistance, heat conduction, electricity, lubrication, plastic and corrosion resistance and other properties. It is the main material containing carbon resistant material. The graphite used in refractory is flake graphite, which is divided into high purity, high carbon, medium carbon and low carbon graphite according to the fixed carbon content. The color is iron black, steel gray. The density is 2.09-2.23g/cm3 with a melting point of 3700℃±100℃(in vacuum), high thermal conductivity, small expansion coefficient, small elastic modulus, good lubricity, good conductivity, stable chemical properties, no reaction with acid, alkali and organic solvents at room temperature, and steel solution is difficult to wet, with good anti-erosion performance. 3. Phenolic resin: it is a non-aqueous organic binder for refractory materials. It is prepared by condensation of phenol (or cresol, dicresol, or resorcinol) with formaldehyde (or glycolaldehyde) under the action of catalyst.?

The main advantages are

(1) high carbonization rate (52%);

(2) good adhesion, high strength of the formed body;

(3) high bonding strength after burning;

(4) the rate of hardening can be controlled at room temperature;

(5) less harmful substances, can improve the operating environment.

According to heating properties or structural morphology classification, there are thermosetting phenolic resin and thermoplastic phenolic resin, according to product morphology classification, there are liquid phenolic resin and solid phenolic resin (granular and powder), according to the curing temperature classification, there are high temperature solidified type 130℃-150℃; There are medium temperature fixed type 105℃-110℃; There are room temperature solidified type 20℃-30℃.g material.

We Changxing Refractory Material Co.,LTD is professional manufacturer and supplier of refractory materials for more than 30 years. Our high quality changxing refractory products are good sold to many countries say South Africa, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, etc. Shall any interests, welcome to contact us. Our team would make best to be your reliable partner!

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PIPE ROLL FORMING MACHINE

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The pipe roll forming machine is a high-quality, high-efficiency rounding device for winding carbon steel, stainless steel and non-ferrous metal profiles (round tubes, angle steels, grooved steel, pipes, etc.) into rings and flanges.

 The pipe roll forming machine is one of the types of rounding machines and belongs to an important part of the rolling machine family. It is generally divided into: electric reeling machine and hydraulic reeling machine. Electric reeling machine is driven by electric motor. The speed box realizes the elbow function, and the hydraulic reeling machine is controlled by the hydraulic system. Because the platform bending machine is small in size, convenient to disassemble the mold, simple in operation and economical.

 This pipe forming machine can bend various types of profiles such as channel steel, I-beam, H-beam, flat steel, steel pipe, etc. into circular, curved, flange, spiral and other workpieces.

 Pipe Bending Machine Uses and Fields

 Pipes to pipes. Such as: water, gas pipe, steam pipe seamless pipe, oil pipeline, oil and gas trunk line pipe. Agricultural irrigation faucets with pipes and sprinkler pipes.

 Tubes for thermal equipment. Such as general boiler boiling water pipe, superheated steam pipe, locomotive boiler superheat pipe, small pipe, arch brick pipe and high temperature and high pressure boiler pipe.

 Pipes for machinery industry. Such as aviation structural tubes (round tubes, elliptical tubes, flat elliptical tubes), automotive semi-axle tubes, axle tubes, automobile tractor structural tubes, oil cooler tubes for tractors, square and rectangular tubes for agricultural machinery, tubes for transformers, and bearings Tube and so on.

 Oil geological drilling pipe. Such as: oil drilling pipe, oil drill pipe (square drill pipe and hexagonal drill pipe), drill pipe, petroleum oil pipe, oil casing and various pipe joints, geological drilling pipe (core pipe, casing, active drill pipe, drilled , by hoop and pin joints, etc.).

 Tubes for the chemical industry. Such as: petroleum cracking tubes, chemical equipment heat exchangers and pipeline tubes, stainless acid-resistant tubes, high-pressure tubes for fertilizers, and pipes for transporting chemical media.

 Other departments use the tube. Such as: container tube (high pressure gas cylinder tube and general container tube), instrumentation tube, watch case tube, injection needle and its medical device tube. Wall thickness 2.0 round tube forming machine

 Pipe Roll Forming Machine Direct Selling Equipment Features:

 A variety of angle settings (0-180 ° optional).

 Digital control and machine operation are very stable.

 With manual, automatic, semi-circular, full cycle and other functions to choose.

 Tthe nose, the elbow design is exquisite, providing the largest bend space.

 Template replacement is simple and convenient, easy to elastic production.

 Large-capacity cooling cycle system, making the machine run more stable.

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Get High-Quality Dolomite from Pratibha Refractory Minerals

Dolomite is a naturally occurring mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate. It is formed through the process of metamorphism, which occurs when limestone is subjected to high pressure and temperature. Dolomite is a hard mineral with a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4, making it an ideal material for use in construction and industrial applications. Pratibha Refractory Minerals is a leading supplier of dolomite, which is a type of mineral used in a variety of applications, including construction, agriculture, and water treatment. Dolomite is a calcium magnesium carbonate mineral that is widely used due to its unique properties, which include high density, hardness, and resistance to acid. Pratibha Refractory Minerals is committed to providing high-quality dolomite that meets the needs of their customers.

Properties of Dolomite

Dolomite also has good insulation properties and is an excellent conductor of heat. It is used in the production of refractory bricks and other materials that are used in high-temperature environments. Dolomite is also an effective filler material in the production of plastics, rubber, and paint.

Another important property of dolomite is its ability to neutralize acidic soils. When used as a soil conditioner, dolomite can help to raise the pH level of acidic soils, making them more alkaline and less harmful to plants. Dolomite is also an excellent source of magnesium and calcium, which are essential nutrients for plant growth. In agriculture, dolomite is commonly used as a fertilizer to improve soil structure and increase crop yields.

In addition to its use in construction and agriculture, dolomite has a variety of industrial applications. It is used as a flux in the production of iron and steel, where it helps to remove impurities and improve the quality of the final product. Dolomite is also used as a refractory material in the production of glass and ceramics, where its high density and hardness make it ideal for use in high-temperature environments.

Applications of Dolomite

Dolomite is used in a variety of industries, including construction, agriculture, and water treatment. In the construction industry, dolomite is used as a building material for roads, bridges, and buildings. Its high density and hardness make it an ideal material for use in concrete and asphalt. Dolomite is also used as a filler material in paint, rubber, and plastics.

Agricultural Applications of Dolomite

Dolomite is commonly used in agriculture as a soil conditioner and pH adjuster. It is also used as a source of magnesium and calcium, two essential nutrients for plant growth. Dolomite can help increase the yield and quality of crops by providing the necessary nutrients and improving soil structure.

Water Treatment Applications of Dolomite

Dolomite is used in water treatment as a neutralizing agent for acidic water. It can also be used as a source of magnesium and calcium ions, which are essential for the treatment of drinking water. Dolomite is effective at removing impurities and contaminants from water, making it a valuable material for use in water treatment plants.

Industrial Applications of Dolomite

Dolomite is also used in a variety of industrial applications, including the production of glass, ceramics, and steel. It is used as a flux in the production of iron and steel, where it helps to remove impurities and improve the quality of the final product. Dolomite is also used as a refractory material in the production of glass and ceramics, where its high density and hardness make it ideal for use in high-temperature environments.

Pratibha Refractory Minerals as a Dolomite Supplier 

Pratibha Refractory Minerals is a leading supplier of high-quality dolomite. Their dolomite is mined from natural deposits and processed using the latest technology to ensure that it meets the highest standards of quality. Pratibha Refractory Minerals is committed to providing their customers with the best possible service and support, and they work closely with their customers to understand their specific needs and requirements.

Are you in need of high-quality dolomite for your business? Look no further than Pratibha Refractory Minerals! Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch products and exceptional customer service to meet all of your dolomite needs. Contact us today to learn more about our products and services, and discover why we are the trusted dolomite  supplier for businesses worldwide.