Gilsonite Natural Bitumen
Gilsonite Natural bitumen in drilling, asphalt, ink, paint, and foundry
Gilsonite is a naturally occurring, solid, black, lightweight organic material that originates from the solidification of petroleum. The dull, black appearance of weathered gilsonite resembles coal, whereas the surface of freshly broken gilsonite is shiny and resembles obsidian. Gilsonite Natural Bitumen is distinguished by its solubility in organic solvents, low density, and brown streak when rubbed on paper. Solid hydrocarbons like gilsonite are called asphaltites and are found in oil-bearing sedimentary basins, commonly as veins associated with oil shale. There are dozens of asphaltite deposits around the world and many of them have been mined; however, the gilsonite variety is relatively rare and the large size of the Utah America and Kermanshah- Iran deposits makes them unique. Uses Gilsonite Natural Bitumen has hundreds of industrial applications and is used by companies all over the world. Gilsonite is added to oil- and gas-well drilling mud to stabilize the borehole and decrease friction; it is also used in oil well cement. Gilsonite and gilsonite-derived resin wet and disperse carbon black pigment in printer’s ink and bind pigment to the newsprint so it does not rub off. Addition of powdered gilsonite to asphalt paving mixes produces a more durable road surface. Paint-like mixtures of gilsonite, solvents, and other additives are used to coat and seal asphalt pavements like driveways and parking lots. Gilsonite is also used as an adhesive and waterproofing agent in the manufacture of roofing felt. Addition of gilsonite makes some paint and wood stain formulations more durable. Gilsonite natural bitumen is added to iron foundry molding sand mixtures to produce a smoother finish on the cast item and make it easier to unmold. Small amounts of gilsonite are used in fireworks and to manufacture high-purity carbon electrodes.
As we are Exporter of Mineral fields and partnership with some mine in Iran so We are direct Seller of Gilsonite Natural Bitumen and we are able to supply variety Grade (Different ash) and different mesh sizes to our customers
Package
Jambo Bag & 3 layers Bag – Container
