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Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically­ - Tuned Fused Minerals
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Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically­ - Tuned Fused Minerals

Fused minerals are an important component for a wide range of industries, where they are used in products as diverse as photovoltaics, abrasives and advanced ceramics. Washington Mills have been creating fused minerals since the 1860's making them experts in the field. The process of creating the minerals has evolved significantly since then, as have the applications they are used in. AZoM spoke...

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Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically-­ - Tuned Fused Minerals
Laboratory and Research Supplies and Equipment

Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically-­ - Tuned Fused Minerals

Fused minerals are an important component for a wide range of industries, where they are used in products as diverse as photovoltaics, abrasives and advanced ceramics. Washington Mills have been creating fused minerals since the 1860's making them experts in the field. The process of creating the minerals has evolved significantly since then, as have the applications they are used in. AZoM spoke...

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What Makes DURALUM Special White so Special?

What Makes DURALUM Special White so Special?

DURALUM-® Special White (white aluminum oxide)   Have you ever wondered what makes DURALUM®  Special White, so special?    Specially selected raw materials are fused in an electric arc furnace, under precise conditions and controls, to produce DURALUM®  Special White, a high purity, white alpha aluminum oxide manufactured in the United States.   Measuring at 9+ on the...

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What Makes DURALUM Special White so Special?

What Makes DURALUM Special White so Special?

DURALUMÂ-® Special White (white aluminum oxide)   Have you ever wondered what makes DURALUM®  Special White, so special?    Specially selected raw materials are fused in an electric arc furnace, under precise conditions and controls, to produce DURALUM®  Special White, a high purity, white alpha aluminum oxide manufactured in the United States....

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Washington Mills DURAMUL ZR: A Picture Worth a Thousand Words
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Washington Mills DURAMUL ZR: A Picture Worth a Thousand Words

This SEM photo speaks to the unique characteristics of DURAMUL ZR, a high purity synthetic mineral consisting of a mullite phase and a zirconia phase. The dark area in the SEM photo represent the mullite phase, while the consistent white dots represent the zirconia phase.-  The physical properties of DURAMUL ZR make this material ideal for ceramic and refractory applications. The combination of...

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Washington Mills DURAMUL ZR: A Picture Worth a Thousand Words
Materials

Washington Mills DURAMUL ZR: A Picture Worth a Thousand Words

This SEM photo speaks to the unique characteristics of DURAMUL ZR, a high purity synthetic mineral consisting of a mullite phase and a zirconia phase. The dark area in the SEM photo represent the mullite phase, while the consistent white dots represent the zirconia phase.Â-  The physical properties of DURAMUL ZR make this material ideal for ceramic and refractory applications. The combination...

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Materials

Using Abrasive Grit on More than 1 Pass?

Cost-conscious users of blasting materials know that the price per lb. of aluminum oxide is higher than materials such as coal slag or garnet, but aluminum oxide can be used multiple times on a work piece while still remaining highly abrasive. Other less expensive blasting media are often only good for one pass. If you currently have or are considering moving to a containment system for blasting...

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Materials

Using Abrasive Grit on More than 1 Pass?

Cost-conscious users of blasting materials know that the price per lb. of aluminum oxide is higher than materials such as coal slag or garnet, but aluminum oxide can be used multiple times on a work piece while still remaining highly abrasive. Other less expensive blasting media are often only good for one pass. If you currently have or are considering moving to a containment system for blasting...

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Materials

Washington Mills DURAMUL: Has No Free Silica

If you are using a cheaper mullite raw material in your refractory and have concerns regarding the level of exposure to free silica, consider trying DURAMUL, Washington Mills' fused mullite product. Washington Mills' fused mullite has excellent thermal shock resistance, low thermal conductivity and NO free silica. The properties of DURAMUL fused mullite are unique because Washington Mills...

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Materials

Washington Mills DURAMUL: Has No Free Silica

If you are using a cheaper mullite raw material in your refractory and have concerns regarding the level of exposure to free silica, consider trying DURAMUL, Washington Mills' fused mullite product. Washington Mills' fused mullite has excellent thermal shock resistance, low thermal conductivity and NO free silica. The properties of DURAMUL fused mullite are unique because Washington Mills...

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Company News

Washington Mills Launches New User-focused Website

Washington Mills is excited to announce the launch of our new website. The most significant change is the area dedicated to why companies should work with Washington Mills. To enhance the user experience, we now offer product selection by the industry served such as; Aerospace, Medical or Government, or how the material works for example in refractories, bonded or surface preparation...

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Company News

Washington Mills Launches New User-focused Website

Washington Mills is excited to announce the launch of our new website. The most significant change is the area dedicated to why companies should work with Washington Mills. To enhance the user experience, we now offer product selection by the industry served such as; Aerospace, Medical or Government, or how the material works for example in refractories, bonded or surface preparation...

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Washington Mills is Excited to Announce the Launch of Our New Website

Washington Mills is excited to announce the launch of our new website. Our goals were to enhance the user experience, offer production selection by the industry served or how the material works, and showcase our core technologies. In addition, we built a simple to use resource center for all your day to day informational requirements. Visit us at www.washingtonmills.com

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Washington Mills is Excited to Announce the Launch of Our New Website

Washington Mills is excited to announce the launch of our new website. Our goals were to enhance the user experience, offer production selection by the industry served or how the material works, and showcase our core technologies. In addition, we built a simple to use resource center for all your day to day informational requirements. Visit us at www.washingtonmills.com

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Blasting and Surface Preparation Tips from Washington Mills

The surface preparation process requires special attention to the impurities that can be present in blasting media. Iron (Fe) is typically found as a contaminant in blasting media and can wreak havoc on the surface being prepared. Fine impingements containing iron can lead to rust spots on the work piece and the potential failure of any coatings applied. To ensure blast media is properly...

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Blasting and Surface Preparation Tips from Washington Mills

The surface preparation process requires special attention to the impurities that can be present in blasting media. Iron (Fe) is typically found as a contaminant in blasting media and can wreak havoc on the surface being prepared. Fine impingements containing iron can lead to rust spots on the work piece and the potential failure of any coatings applied. To ensure blast media is properly...

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Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically­ - Tuned Fused Minerals
Laboratory and Research Supplies and Equipment

Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically­ - Tuned Fused Minerals

Fused minerals are an important component for a wide range of industries, where they are used in products as diverse as photovoltaics, abrasives and advanced ceramics. Washington Mills have been creating fused minerals since the 1860's making them experts in the field. The process of creating the minerals has evolved significantly since then, as have the applications they are used in. AZoM spoke...

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Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically-­ - Tuned Fused Minerals
Laboratory and Research Supplies and Equipment

Custom Fused Minerals - Creating Customized, Chemically-­ - Tuned Fused Minerals

Fused minerals are an important component for a wide range of industries, where they are used in products as diverse as photovoltaics, abrasives and advanced ceramics. Washington Mills have been creating fused minerals since the 1860's making them experts in the field. The process of creating the minerals has evolved significantly since then, as have the applications they are used in. AZoM spoke...

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Got its Name

Have you ever wondered how Washington Mills got its name? The story goes back to 1855 when Charles Alden of Ashland, Massachusetts formed a company to make industrial abrasives from natural emery ore imported from Turkey. Alden Emery, as he called his firm, prospered during the Civil War as his abrasives were in great demand for grinding and polishing the rifles, swords and other military...

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Got its Name

Have you ever wondered how Washington Mills got its name? The story goes back to 1855 when Charles Alden of Ashland, Massachusetts formed a company to make industrial abrasives from natural emery ore imported from Turkey. Alden Emery, as he called his firm, prospered during the Civil War as his abrasives were in great demand for grinding and polishing the rifles, swords and other military...

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