Definition of Diatomite:
Diatomites are sedimentary rocks composed of siliceous and formidable particles formed by the shell accumulation mechanism formed by fossilized algae, microscopic plants, and cellulose called diatomaceous earth.
The pure diatomite is fragmented and has a similar appearance to gypsum
Diatomite particle size varies from 5 to 100 μm.
Indications :
1-Filtration:
The most widely used diatomite is the filter for separating suspended solids in liquids, which leads to fluid clarity.
Theuseofdiatonite in this section is often used as a filter in various filtration industries, including: beverages
Liquid sugar
Drug filtering
Sugar factories
Urban water
Pool water
Fruit juices
2-filler:
The second major consumption of diatomite is the filler in the production of paint and paper,whichin the coloring industry brings transparency and color shine.
3- Diatomite in cement:
The addition of diatomitetocementincreasesthecementitiousness of the cement to the sea, and may also be added to the concrete as an absorbent to absorb the excess water present in the mixture, which increases the strength of the concrete and, at the same time, the outer surface of the concrete Creates a trick.
4. Diatomite in sound insulation:
Porous materials, such as diatomite, are effective insulators against sound and heat, and they absorb free space voids.
The largest consumer market for diatomite is in Western Europe, which mainly supplies raw materials for building insulators from Denmark.
More than half of Denmark's diatomite soils are used in the production of insulators and diatomite.