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Silica Sand Processing for High-End Applications

Facility Overview

Our state-of-the-art silica sand processing facility is designed to handle 4,50,000-7,33,000 tons per annum of raw silica sand, transforming it into ultra-pure grades suitable for demanding industrial applications. Through advanced beneficiation techniques including washing, screening, attrition scrubbing, magnetic separation, and flotation, we produce premium-quality silica sand that meets stringent specifications across multiple high-value sectors. Our company has the capacity to customise and supply the assured quantity to the industries requiring processed sand.

Processing Capabilities & Product Specifications

Industry Application SiO₂ Content Fe₂O₃ Content Al₂O₃ Content Grain Size Special Features/Notes
Solar Glass Manufacturing ≥ 99.5% < 120 ppm (0.012%) < 0.5% 100-600 microns Light transmittance enhancement; Optimized for photovoltaic applications
Float Glass Manufacturing ≥ 99.0% < 250 ppm (0.025%) < 0.5% 100-600 microns Uniform particle distribution for consistent melting
Pattern Glass Manufacturing ≥ 98.5% < 300 ppm (0.03%) < 0.5% 150-600 microns Optimized for decorative and architectural glass
Semiconductor Industry ≥ 99.99% (4N purity) < 10 ppm Total Metallic Impurities: < 20 ppm 50-200 microns Ultra-high purity for silicon wafer and quartz crucible production
Paints & Coatings Industry ≥ 97.0% < 0.03% 10-325 mesh (variable grades) Brightness: > 90%

Facility & Product Images

The photographs given below are self-explanatory and depict the quality we can achieve for the customers from the state-of-the-art facility. The Micro Photographs are in the ascending proportion from Low Purity to High Purity.

Summary Statistics

Total Annual Capacity: 680,000 tons

Highest Purity Required: Semiconductor Industry (≥ 99.99% SiO₂)

Largest Capacity: Solar Glass Manufacturing (350,000 tons)

High opacity and anti-settling properties

Processing Capabilities

Multi-stage washing systems for clay and contaminant removal

High-intensity magnetic separators for iron oxide reduction

Froth flotation cells for feldspar and mica elimination

Precision classification for exact particle size distribution

Automated quality control ensuring batch-to-batch consistency

Quality Assurance

Every product batch undergoes rigorous testing, including:

  • X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy for chemical composition
  • Laser diffraction for particle size analysis
  • ICP-MS for trace element detection
  • ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system

Sustainability Commitment

Our facility operates with water recycling systems achieving 85% reuse, solar-powered material handling equipment, and zero liquid discharge protocols, ensuring environmentally responsible production of premium silica sand products.