The ceramic industry, a realm of art and science, relies on various chemicals and raw materials to produce ceramics. These chemicals, with their unique properties and interactions, play crucial and irreplaceable roles in different stages of the ceramic manufacturing process. Remik, as a vital partner in this industry's progress, is home to these chemicals and processes. We are committed to supporting the industry's growth and innovation. Here are some of the chemicals we provide.

  • Clays and Raw Materials
    Kaolin:
    A primary clay used in the production of ceramics. It provides whiteness and plasticity to the clay body.
    Ball Clay: Adds plasticity, strength, and workability to the clay mixture.
  • Fluxing Agents
    Feldspar:
    Used as a flux to lower the melting temperature of the raw materials and promote vitrification.
    Talc: Acts as a flux and contributes to glaze formulation.
  • Binder and Plasticizers
    Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA):
     A common binder used in ceramic formulations.
    Deflocculants: Such as sodium silicate, are used to disperse particles in the clay mixture.
  • Colouring Agents
    Metal Oxides:
    Various metal oxides like iron oxide, cobalt oxide, and manganese oxide are used to impart colour to ceramics.
    Stains and Pigments: These are used to achieve specific colours in the glazes.
  • Additives and Modifiers
    Zirconium Compounds:
    Often added for opacification in glazes.   – **Lithium Compounds: Used in some specialty ceramics.
    Boron Compounds: Such as borax, are used as fluxing agents.
  • Binders and Deflocculants
    Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC):
    Used as a binder in ceramic bodies.
    Sodium Silicate:Acts as a deflocculant to improve the rheological properties of the ceramic slurry.
  • Firing Aids
    Kiln Wash:
    A mixture of alumina and kaolin applied to kiln shelves to prevent glaze from sticking.
  • Glaze Materials
    Silica, Alumina, and Fluxes:
    Used in various combinations to formulate glazes with specific properties.
    Zirconium Silicate: Used as an opacifier in glazes.
  • Refractory Materials
    Silicon Carbide, Mullite, Alumina:
    Used in the production of refractory ceramics for kiln furniture and lining.