Limestone is one of the sedimentary carbonate rocks which includes calcium carbonate (Caco3) and dolomite CaMg (CO3)2. This rock is a sedimentary rock with biological origin. Its origin originates in the deposition of materials in the earlier ages of the Earth. The strong desire of lime to combine with metals creates problems in its application in the vicinity of metals. But it has many useful applications in the construction industry.
Lime is the sediment of plant and animal carcasses with biological origin that have been formed over millions of years. Until our era, these sediments have turned into rocks with the ability to melt at 2500 degrees Celsius. The strong desire of lime to combine with water has made maintaining this material difficult and sensitive.
The process of converting limestone into a usable material takes place in the furnace and during stages with a temperature of 900 degrees Celsius. These steps evaporate and remove excess moisture and finally prepare it for use in various industries. The ultimate product of this process is referred to as quicklime, which with its different properties is ready to be used.
Lime or calcium oxide (Cao) is a white, hard and odorless substance. Its alkaline property causes itching and burning in contact with hands and eyes.
This material has been used since ancient times as one of the key construction materials, along with wood and stone, and it has been used in the construction and repair of bridges and strengthening connections. It can be used in curbing the growth of unwanted plants on road boundaries and disinfection in agriculture.
Lime mines abound in various parts; the most famous of which are located in Khuzestan, Isfahan, Kerman, Lorestan and Fars. The lime extracted from these mines is used in the form of quicklime and pure lime after purification and through the required steps.
Lime is widely used as a building material. Also, it has many uses in other industries such as porcelain making, food industry and sugar refining, cement making and glass making.
Lime is used in agriculture as a disinfectant. It has an important role in the road making and construction industry. Using lime is an easy and affordable way to prevent the excessive growth of plants in areas under road construction which is a problem for the project managers.
The limestone of each factory has different analysis and purities, and according to the limestone, the properties will also be different, but the analysis of limestone in general is as follows:
Sabhan Trading Company has more than 20 years of successful experience in exporting minerals from SabhanNational to Middle East. Also, Sabhan is able to export limestone with high tonnage, competitive price and the shortest possible time.
With its limestone mines and advanced factories, Sabhan Group provides various production and construction industries with lumpy or graded limestone. To buy this product or get additional information, please contact the commercial department.
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