Chemical Products Sector

Gilsonite has many industrial applications, including metal alloy processing, refractary, steel desulfurization, friction products, wood products, waterproof pipe coatings, and adhesives. It is a non-toxic, non-carcinogenic alternative to coal tar pitch as well as an economical alternative to mineral rubber.

Gilsonite is used as a binder for metal alloys. It is an excellent non-toxic and economical binder. It has a high carbon content which, when added to molten steel, will provide a reductive atmosphere.

The refractary industry also uses Gilsonite as a binder. AGC produces a special product that is the high molecular weight fraction of Gilsonite. As such, it will produce less smoke at high temperatures than other polymers.

Gilsonite is used as a binder and mixing agent in steel desulfurization products. It has consistent volatiles that promote mixing of the other desulfurization chemicals like magnesium and hydrated lime. It will also add carbon content to the steel and will provide a reductive atmosphere as it oxidizes at high temperatures.

The manufacturers of friction products, including clutch plates and brake blocks, use Gilsonite. It is used primarily used as a binder. It is also used as an additive to promote fading in some low friction applications.

Gilsonite is used to make waterproof coatings for water pipes. It is a natural non-toxic resin with excellent adhesion properties. A corrosion-resistant, chemically inert pipe coating can be made from Gilsonite.

The wood products industry also uses Gilsonite as a binder. It has excellent waterproofing and weather resistant properties. Because Gilsonite is a hard resin it will make a very hard particleboard.

Gilsonite is also used in the manufacture of adhesives. Because of its chemical properties, Gilsonite will actually penetrate the surfaces of the substrates that are being bonded. It will also produce an adhesive that is resistant to the detrimental effects of UV light.