Results for tag: "Potassium Feldspar"

Potassium feldspar is a group of aluminum silicate minerals that includes orthoclase, microcline, and sanidine, with chemical formula KAlSi₃O₈. These minerals are essential in the manufacture of ceramics, glass, and enamel and are also used in paints, plastics, rubber, adhesives, and many other industrial processes. They serve as fluxes in the ceramic industry to lower the vitrification temperature of bodies and glazes. The potassium feldspar market forms a part of the broader non-metallic minerals market within the metals and minerals industry. The demand for potassium feldspar is often driven by the construction and housing industry since feldspar minerals are used extensively in the manufacture of tiles, sanitary ware, and insulators. The trends in this market are closely tied to the economic cycle, with construction and renovation activities directly influencing demand. Technical innovations and mining improvements can impact production costs and market dynamics. Additionally, environmental concerns and regulatory standards play a role in shaping the mining and processing practices of potassium feldspar. Companies that are active in the potassium feldspar market include Minerali Industriali, iMinerals Inc., Sibelco, and Eczacıbaşı Esan. These companies are involved in the extraction, processing, and distribution of feldspar to a variety of industries, leveraging their expertise and resources to meet the demands of consumers and industries across the world. Some of these companies are vertically integrated, having control over Show Less Read more