Hollow glass microspheres (HGMs) help manufacturers make lighter products without compromising strength. Learn more about HGMs, including applications and borates’ role in their production.
Rio Tinto today announces a new operating model and executive team to shape the company’s next chapter. The changes simplify and streamline the organization to drive greater accountability and safe, sustainable, profitable growth through focusing on the most compelling opportunities to deliver long-term shareholder value.
With more than 15 years of global mining experience, Amit Narain is taking on a new role as APAC sales director. Learn more about Amit’s background and how he drives customer success.
You can find borosilicate glass in so many applications because of its strength, clarity, and resistance to heat and chemicals. Learn more about how it’s produced, glass industry trends, and new uses.
Boron carbide is one of the hardest materials on earth. It’s extremely strong yet light, making it ideal for high-stakes applications such as nuclear energy and defense. Learn how it’s produced and how refined borates improve boron carbide manufacturing outcomes.
Discover how boron improves melting behavior in ceramic glazes and helps manufacturers overcome challenges posed by faster firing cycles and evolving regulations.
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You may never see it, but dielectric glass—produced with boron—helps insulate and protect the modern electronic devices you use every day. Discover where dielectric glass is used and why it matters.
Boric oxide is a vital component in vitreous enameling—improving manufacturing efficiency and enhancing the durability of enameled products big and small.
See how boron can be used in cement mixtures for specialized needs ranging from greater setting control to sulfate resistance to nuclear shielding.