Marine coatings for withstanding corrosion

Mica is a naturally occurring inert mineral with a very high aspect ratio. The mineral platelets remain platy particles even after processing which reduces the raw material to an ultra-fine powder. ... Studies of LKAB Minerals show that using MicaFort in the 'build coat', you can significantly increase the barrier properties of the marine ...

Minelco changes name and becomes LKAB Minerals

We have changed from a one mineral company to an international multi-mineral company. We expanded with several unique deposits and with strong supply and customer partnerships around the globe. While previously only supplying iron ore products from the LKAB group mines in the north of Sweden, " ... LKAB Minerals has 360 …

LKAB Minerals

Mineral solutions for our world. LKAB Minerals supplies raw and processed industrial minerals to a diverse range of markets worldwide. ... Learn about LKAB Minerals' achievement of a Gold Medal from EcoVadis for their sustainability work with a highest improvement since 2020.

What is the difference between the types of UltraCarb?

UltraCarb products are differentiated by three physical characteristics: Mineral composition Particle size Surface modification The amount of huntite and hydromagnesite is fixed at two levels for the UltraCarb …

Specifiers & contractors

We want to provide project specifiers and contractors with valuable resources for learning about mineral products and applications. LKAB Minerals. Light mode. Menu. Light mode. Our products; Real world use; ... For the extensive project in The Netherlands, the Blankenburgverbinding, LKAB Minerals supplied temporary MagnaDense for a tunnel ...

Researchers & developers

LKAB Minerals manufactures a range of mineral fillers used in sealants and adhesives for cost reduction, rheology modification and pigment extension. Application. Anti-corrosion coating. The high aspect ratio of MicaFort provides barrier formation for anti-corrosion coatings, impeding the progress of corrosion onto any metal surface. ...

Engineers

LKAB Minerals manufactures a range of mineral fillers used in sealants and adhesives for cost reduction, rheology modification and pigment extension. Application. Anti-corrosion coating. The high aspect ratio of MicaFort provides barrier formation for anti-corrosion coatings, impeding the progress of corrosion onto any metal surface. ...

Mineral Products for the Construction Industry

LKAB Minerals offers several mineral products to the building and construction industries in order to improve and optimise the construction of structures. ... Calcined Bauxite, an optimum aggregate for anti-skid applications, creates a high level of skid resistance for use in High Friction Surfacing (HFS).

Exploring low-grade clay minerals diving into limestone …

The physicochemical properties of calcined kaolinite clay have an impact on the hydration kinetics of limestone calcined clay cements (LC 3).Therefore, this study …

Metal and x-ray detectable polymers

MagniF is a high-quality dry powder manufactured from the natural iron oxide Magnetite mined at LKAB group owned mines in Northern Sweden. This ownership guarantees the supply year-round and promises the best quality consistent product every delivery. Contact LKAB Minerals for a sample, quotation, or datasheet on the different MagniF grades.

A comprehensive understanding of UltraCarb

Learn about LKAB Minerals' achievement of a Gold Medal from EcoVadis for their sustainability work with a highest improvement since 2020. LKAB Minerals BV celebrates 10 years of safety success Darren …

Mineral Products for Global Infrastructures

LKAB Minerals offers several mineral products to support the soft, hard and critical infrastructures for many markets around the world. Olivine. Olivine is a naturally occurring mineral magnesium iron silicate sourced from Norway with a high melting point and density.

Refractory Grade Bauxites | Calcined Bauxite

RASC (Refractory Aggregate Super Calcined) bauxite is rotary calcined. The bauxite raw material is extremely consistent, which LKAB Minerals process into different gradings for use in the refractory industry or as an aggregate in High Friction Surfacing.

Wind Europe 2024

About us We are the international industrial minerals division of LKAB, developing and delivering circular, critical and climate-efficient mineral products.With sales representation, offices, production units and deposits in 12 countries in Europe, Asia and the US and employs around 400 people we look to make a difference on a global level.

Limestone Filler

Used as an anti-stripping additive and mineral filler, our limestone is found in asphalt and concrete to improve quality cost-effectively. Contact us today to learn more. ... LKAB Minerals have invested £1.4M at their Stockton-on-Tees plant to supply and manage limestone filler for the asphalt market in the North East of England and Scotland.

Certified according to EN standards Archives

MagnaDense mineral origin MagnaDense is manufactured from the natural mineral Magnetite, mined in our own group resources. The LKAB mines are located in Kiruna and Malmberget in the northern part of Sweden. MagnaDense toxicology The product is harmless to the environment and non-toxic in all its forms.

MinSand

Mineral information. Read more Close. Physical properties of MinSand Bulk density [g/cm³] 1.9: pH: 7.5: Particle shape: Spherical: Colour: Brown-black: Chemical properties of MinSand Al 2 O 3 [%] 75.9: Fe 2 O 3 [%] ... LKAB Minerals acquires Francis Flower, assume ownership December 3rd.

Engineering minerals

LKAB Minerals engineer natural minerals to enhance and adapt the sought-after functionalities and properties that make a mineral product customised for use in a specific industrial application. Working together with our customers we continuously look for advantageous improvements to our products to help customers be more successful.

Reinforcing polymers in automotive parts

In mineral-filled thermoplastic polypropylene (PP) compounds, by including MicaFort, can achieve the following: ... To maintain LKAB Minerals, MicaFort's very high aspect ratio, an important attribute to improve …

Industry area

Explore LKAB Minerals' range of high temperature minerals for refractories and foundries. LKAB Minerals. Light mode. Menu. ... Olivine is a naturally occurring mineral magnesium iron silicate sourced from Norway with a high melting point and density. ... Refractory bauxite is calcined at 1600 – 1650°C, producing a dense, high-purity and ...

Sustainability

Sustainability can be broken down into four pillars: human, social, economic, and environmental. It is widely recognised that these pillars are reflected in the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals.We need to focus on all four pillars and strive to aid the United Nations in achieving its goals.

North America

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Prioritization of low-grade kaolinite and mixed clays for …

The type of minerals and the amount of kaolin content are the primary variables that influence the properties of LC 3 cement. The type of major mineral, which …

Properties and Applications of Kaolin

Kaolin enhances paints' and coatings' appearance, offering increased gloss and sheen control and enamel holdout. Kaolin is also ideal for enhanced whiteness and brightness. For specific paints and …

Flux coatings for welding rod electrodes

LKAB Minerals has developed a carefully controlled calcination process which retains the resilience of Mica flakes whilst achieving almost complete dehydroxylation. This process combined with careful control of raw material results in MicaCal grades of calcined Mica designed specifically for low moisture – low hydrogen electrodes.

LKAB Minerals

LKAB Minerals supplies raw and processed industrial minerals to a diverse range of markets worldwide. Industrial minerals engineered for functionality and usability to build …

MicaFort for Seed Coatings in Agriculture

LKAB Minerals MicaFort, when used in a seed coating will: Improve barrier protection to prevent rot Prevent early germination Provide nutrient to seedlings upon germination Improve the slip to improve distribution by increasing flowability during seed planting Provide excellent sheen Aid colour identification e.g. for pesticides