Silica Sand, for Glass, Foundry, Purity : 98.5% SiO2

Listing ID #4909655

Various Uses Of Silica Sand

Silica sand is used in many commercial processes and products. Broadly, the major industrial uses of Silica sand can be categorized as under :

• In construction for mixing with Cement;

• As a refractory agent in various types of foundry and molding sands, and for the manufacturer of refractory brick.

• In glassmaking

• As an abrasive in blasting and scouring sand, and in certain types of grinding and polishing materials;

• For various types of building products such as roofing tile and sand-lime brick;

• In hydraulic fracturing of oilwell reservoirs;

Use Of Silica Sand In Glass :

Silica sand is the primary component of all types of standard and specialty glass. It provides the essential SiO2 component of glass formulation and its chemical purity is the primary determinant of color, clarity and strength. Industrial sand is used to produce flat glass for building and automotive use, container glass for foods and beverages, and tableware.

In its pulverized form, ground silica is required for production of fiberglass insulation and reinforcing glass fibers. Specialty glass applications include test tubes and other scientific tools, incandescent and fluorescent lamps, television and computer CRT monitors.
Hence, Silica Sand is a primary element and is available in Bhuj area. Most of the industries procure it from this area.
Mode Of Packing :

• We can supply loose loaded in trucks.

• In 50 kgs. PP Bags.

• In 1 MT Jumbo Bags.

Use Of Silica Sand In Foundry :

Large quantity of Silica sand is used in iron and steel foundries to make molds and cores for metal castings. Molten metal is poured into a shaped cavity in a block of sand where the metal cools and solidifies. The part of the cavity that forms the external surface of the castings is called the mold. Cores of molded sand may be placed in the mold to form the internal shape and dimensions of the castings. In each application the sand particles are held together by some material called a bond. 4 to 5 MT of sand is prepared and handled for 1 MT of metal poured.
Two types of molding sands are distinguished on the basis of the bonding agent. Naturally bonded molding sands are those with a natural content of clay and silt sufficient to give plasticity and strength to the sand when tempered with water. The clay content generally limits the use of these sands to light iron, brass or bronze castings.
Mode Of Packing :

• We can supply loose loaded in trucks

• In 50 kgs. PP Bags. (One time used PP bags)

• In 1 MT Jumbo Bags. (One time used MT bags)