What is Calcium Silicate Rock? Calcium silicate rock is a mineral compound primarily composed of calcium and silicon dioxide. It is widely used across multiple industries due to its excellent thermal insulation, fire resistance, and structural stability. Common applications include fireproof coatings, industrial insulation, cement additives, and soil amendments. The material’s unique properties make it a crucial component in construction, energy, and environmental protection industries.
Why is Sieving Important for Calcium Silicate? The effectiveness of calcium silicate depends on achieving the correct particle size for each application. For example, in fireproof coatings and insulation boards, fine powders ensure a consistent mixture, while cement additives and soil amendments require precise particle distribution to enhance performance. Traditional screening methods often struggle with calcium silicate due to its varying particle shapes and tendency to clump, leading to inefficiencies in production.
Elcan Industries specializes in high-energy sieving solutions for difficult-to-process materials like calcium silicate. Our Hi-Sifter screening technology prevents mesh blinding and ensures precise particle size distribution, even at fine levels below 50 microns. For ultra-fine separations down to 10 microns, our Elbow Jet Air Classifier offers a no-screen solution to prevent clogging. The Hi-Sifter sieving machine uses strong vertical energy to break up agglomerates, allowing them to pass through the screen without screen mesh blinding. Additionally, the Allgaier tumbler screener achieves separations down to 44 microns using an air knife system, which simultaneously vacuums powder through the screen and blows air to keep the mesh clean.
