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Songlin Shi

Songlin Shi

Principal Advisor, Technical Marketing

WeChat 136 0180 7957
songlin.shi@riotinto.com

Based in China, Songlin has more than a decade of experience working with customers in the glass and abrasives industries to help solve their manufacturing challenges and develop new products for continuous business growth. He is an expert in the following:

  • Industrial research and development
  • Project management
  • Glass, specifically flat glass, coated glass (low-e), and smart glazing
  • Abrasives, including bonded abrasives and coated abrasives

Songlin holds a doctorate degree in condensed matter and materials physics from the Institute of Physics at the Chinese Academy of Science. Fluent in Chinese and English, he also has his project management professionals certification (PMP) from the Project Management Institute in the United States.
 

Maximizing boron carbide performance with refined borates

:: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 :: Posted By Songlin Shi
Maximizing boron carbide performance with refined borates
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.

Boric oxide’s indispensable role in vitreous enamels

:: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 :: Posted By Songlin Shi
Boric oxide’s indispensable role in vitreous enamels
Boric oxide is a vital component in vitreous enameling—improving manufacturing efficiency and enhancing the durability of enameled products big and small.

New Paper Shows How Anhydrous Borax Improves Glaze Adhesion

:: Monday, July 17, 2023 :: Posted By Songlin Shi
New Paper Shows How Anhydrous Borax Improves Glaze Adhesion
New research indicates anhydrous borax improves the adhesive properties of enamel glazes, lowers energy required for melting, and enhances productivity. Learn more and download the paper.

3 Trends Shaping China’s Borosilicate Glass Industry

:: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 :: Posted By Songlin Shi
3 Trends Shaping China’s Borosilicate Glass Industry
Discover the trends shaping China’s borosilicate glass industry and learn how refined borates can keep you ahead of the curve, improving both your efficiency and sustainability.



U.S. Borax, part of Rio Tinto, is a global leader in the supply and science of borates—naturally-occurring minerals containing boron and other elements. We are 1,000 people serving 650 customers with more than 1,800 delivery locations globally. We supply around 30% of the world’s need for refined borates from our world-class mine in Boron, California, about 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles.  Learn more about Rio Tinto.

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