Perlite is a volcanic mineral that, after a thermal expansion process, forms small airy white spheres.
This unique structure, combined with its inert chemical nature and nearly neutral pH, makes it an invaluable resource not only for agriculture and gardening but also for various industries.
Perlite maintains its structure unchanged over time.
Main Uses:
Agriculture: Perlite can be mixed with all kinds of organic substrates to improve soil aeration, promoting root development and preventing compaction. It allows for a gradual release of water, preventing water stress in plants.
Hydroponics: One of the most important materials, and therefore the most used in soil-less cultivation, various studies have shown that with perlite, outstanding crops are achieved. It has a pH in water of between 7 and 10, making it an excellent substrate for hydroponic crops. The ideal granulation for this modality is 1-5 mm.
Gardening: It is used in substrate mixtures for pots, vertical gardens, and container gardening. Essential for plants that require efficient drainage.
Construction: Due to its insulating capacity, it is used in the manufacture of mortars, plasters, and lightweight concretes.
Filtration: As a filtering medium in food and beverage industries.
High-temperature industries: Its thermal resistance makes it suitable for use as insulation in furnaces and foundries.
Available Sizes and Packaging:
Granulation 0-1.5 mm.:
Bag of 125 liters (26 bags per pallet).
Bag of 900 liters (3 big bags per pallet).
Granulation 1-3 mm.:
Bag of 80 liters (36 bags per pallet).
Bag of 900 liters (3 big bags per pallet).
Granulation 3-5 mm.:
Bag of 80 liters.
Bag of 900 liters.
Dimensions and Weight of Pallets:
Bags: 1.35 m x 0.87 m x 2.45 m high.
Big bags: 1.00 m x 1.00 m x 2.45 m high.
Approximate weight of the pallet: Varies according to the material but does not exceed 500 kgs.
A trailer has a capacity for 24/26 pallets of 39/3 bags each.
