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Environmental Policy
Imerys is committed to being a good
neighbor to the environment and takes
this responsibility very seriously. We have
adopted the principles of Sustainable
Development, which include managing
the environment responsibly; developing
environment-friendly products and
technologies; and forging quality
relationships with our customers and
suppliers. Extensive training programs
and considerable investment support this
commitment to continuous social and
environmental performance improvement.
This information is believed to be correct. However, this information does not constitute any representation, condition or warranty,
nor do we guarantee results to be obtained. All recommendations and sales are made on the condition that we will not be held liable
for any damages resulting from their use. This provision may not be changed by any of our representatives.
All product names are trademarks of Imerys.
Serving customers worldwide
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Imerys’ research and development
resources are concentrated on specific
markets, ensuring in-depth expertise and
a focus on solutions for our customers.
Our engineers, scientists and technologists,
utilizing the latest in testing and analytical
processes and equipment, are engaged in
applied research, product development
and investigation of mineral applications
at laboratories in the United States, Brazil
and the United Kingdom. By working
collaboratively with our customers and
the academic and scientific communities,
Imerys is able to keep its customers at the
forefront of mineral technology. Our goal
is to develop the most effective processes
and materials for each application,
supported by the best possible technical
service and advice.
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Calcium Carbonates for the Paint & Coatings Industry
Imerys works actively with its customers
to develop new and innovative solutions
to solve their technical challenges. As a
global leader in minerals, Imerys brings its
unique knowledge, technology and depth
of application expertise to improve the
value of customers’ products.
Imerys ŽPerformance Minerals North America
100 Mansell Court East, Suite 300
Roswell, GA 30076 USA
Tel: +1 770 594 0660
Fax: +1 770 645 3384
Website: www.imerys-perfmins.com
Email: [email protected]
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Wet Ground Products
Treated Products
Manufactured from high purity marble, these grades are ground and further refined through a floatation
process to remove slight impurities in the ore body. The benefits of this production process are
products that have high brightness, whiteness, tight particle size control, and consistency in a wide
variety of end use coatings formulations.
Manufactured from high purity marble, these grades offer the benefits of wet ground processing with the
added benefit of a hydrophobic surface treatment.
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• A fine particle for higher gloss finishes in solvent and 100% solids systems.
Imerseal 75
1.3
96
• A fine particle produced utilizing proprietary technology that reduces moisture for
improved dispersion efficiency and moisture pick-up properties. A superior choice
for Urethane, Epoxy, and Plastisol applications.
Uses
Brightness
96
• Non flat water based coatings for optimized gloss and sheen
and resin extension.
Supermite
13
96
• Non flat water based coatings for optimized gloss and sheen
and resin extension.
Camel-Fine ST
2.0
96
• A fine particle for use in non-flat to gloss solvent and 100% solids systems.
Kotamite
3.0
96
• A fine particle for use in flat to gloss solvent and 100% solids systems.
• Non flat water based coatings where minimal reduction
in gloss and sheen is desired.
Camel-Wite ST
3.0
96
• A fine particle for use in flat to gloss solvent and 100% solids systems.
Gama-Sperse CS-11
3.0
94
• A fine particle for use in flat to gloss solvent and 100% solids systems that utilizes
proprietary processing to minimize residual - OH functionality.
Camel-Fine
1.8
96
Uses
Camel-Wite/Atomite
3.0
96
• Suited for applications in a diverse range of gloss and sheen
finishes for water and solvent based coatings and primers.
Atomite*
3.0
96
• For solvent based coatings that require higher Hegman
dispersion properties.
Micro-White 25
3.0
96
• A pre-dispersed material for water based formulations where
Atomite like properties are desired.
SnowFlake PE
6.0
94
• A medium particle size material for use in mid to low sheen
solvent and water based systems.
Duramite
12.0
90
• A coarse material for flattening and extension properties where a
cleaner top cut is required.
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• A unique structured material with superior flattening and
whitening attributes while promoting supplemental opacity and
tint strength.
Dry Ground Products
Manufactured from high purity marble, these grades are produced and classified to tight standards of top
size, median particle size, and brightness.
Median
Particle Size (µ)
Brightness
Gama-Sperse 80
2.5
94
• A fine ground product for use in mid sheen water and solvent
systems.
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Gamaco
3.0
94
• Suited for applications in a diverse range of gloss and sheen finishes
for water and solvent based coatings and primers.
LumiCarb 395
3.0
95
• Designed for systems that need slightly higher optical properties
yet still desire a dry ground product.
Calwhite
5.0
93
• A general utility material for use in lower sheen water and solvent
based coatings and primers.
Drikalite
8.0
91
• A general utility material for use in low sheen water and solvent
formulations. Very well suited for traffic marking applications.
Imerys is the world leader in adding value to minerals with our global, national, and regional approach in servicing the
marketplace. We are constantly developing new and better ways to transform mineral resources into high performance
products. Imerys’ minerals are processed and refined to compliment our customer’s varying production requirements as well
as improving the quality, performance and value they offer. Our solutions are based on an in-depth understanding of the
manufacturing practices that our customers utilize and the demanding markets they serve. Imerys is able to achieve this
due to our excellent mineral reserves, technical and commercial expertise, and an insight into the demands our customer’s
customer is asking for.
#10 White
11.0
90
• A coarse particle for flattening in water solvent based
architectural formulations.
Gama-Sperse 255
12.0
90
• A coarse material with a very clean top-cut where flattening and
smoothness of finish are desired. An excellent choice for powder
coatings applications.
Product
Uses
Micro-White 100
~18.0
86
• A coarse material for use in applications where very low OA is
desired. An excellent choice for use in thermoplastic traffic marking
applications.
CP Filler
~18.0
N/A
• A coarse particle for applications that do not require the tight color
control of Micro-White 100.
Marbledust
~20.0
86
• A coarse particle for applications that require low OA where some
surface roughness is desired. An equally good choice for
thermoplastic traffic applications.
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Sustainable Development
As an international company, Imerys has adopted the principles of Sustainable Development in order to attain non-financial
and financial goals that relate to matters including responsible social behavior, health & safety, environmental responsibility,
and economic performance. Sustainable Development takes into account all of the company’s stake holders in order to:
• guarantee the health and safety of our employees in the work place;
• empower our employees, acknowledge the quality of their actions, motivate them and offer them career prospects;
• respect local communities;
• manage the environment responsibly;
• use our mining reserves as economically and efficiently as possible;
Screen Grade Products
Manufactured from high purity marble, these grades are classified to specific screen sizes resulting in high
whiteness materials of varying particle size ranges for textured coatings and stuccos.
Product
Top Sieve Max % Retained
Bottom Sieve Max % Passing
Bulk Density (lb/ft.2)
40-200
40 - 2%
200 - 20%
110
30-50
30 - 2%
50 - 20%
100
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16 - 2%
40 - 15%
100
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10 - 2%
20 - 10%
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6 - 1%
14 - 10%
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• forge special relationships with our customers and suppliers;
• develop high quality and environment friendly products and technologies;
• communicate regularly and openly with our shareholders;
The operating entities of Imerys apply the principles of Sustainable
Development as part of their individual strategic plans and decision making
processes. Imerys will take every step to constantly improve the social and
environmental performance of its activities. Awareness raising and training
programs have been designed to result in quantifiable measurements in order to
demonstrate progress.
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