Applications
Soda Ash is a fundamental industrial chemical known for its exceptional versatility across a wide spectrum of sectors. Its unique alkaline properties and ability to regulate pH make it indispensable in both manufacturing and processing environments. From enhancing product quality to improving operational efficiency, Soda Ash plays a critical role in driving innovation and sustainability across traditional and emerging industries.
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Chemical production
Soda Ash acts as a key raw material for manufacturing sodium-based chemicals like sodium silicates, phosphates, and percarbonates.
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Silicate manufacturing
It is used to produce sodium silicate, essential in adhesives, detergents, and foundry moulds.
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Water softening
It helps remove hardness in water by precipitating calcium and magnesium ions from water.
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Oil and gas drilling (fluids)
It regulates the pH and reduces calcium levels in drilling fluids to prevent pipe scaling.
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pH regulation in pools
Soda Ash maintains alkaline balance and stabilises pH levels in swimming pool water.
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Bentonite manufacturing
Soda Ash can adjust the pH during activation of bentonite clay used in drilling and foundry applications.
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Metal smelting
Used as a fluxing agent to remove impurities and improve metal recovery during smelting.
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Boiler descaling
It helps neutralise acidic conditions and prevent scale buildup in boiler systems.
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Lithium mining
Enhances lithium extraction efficiency during the processing of spodumene ores.
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Li-ion battery manufacturing
Used in the production of lithium compounds critical for battery cathodes.
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Solar glass for PV module manufacturing
Used for increasing clarity and chemical stability in low-iron solar glass panels.
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Glass manufacturing (flat glass)
Soda Ash lowers the melting point and improves workability in float and sheet glass production.
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Glass manufacturing (bottles, containers)
It enhances durability and clarity while optimising furnace performance.
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Ceramic production (glazes, durability)
It acts as a flux to reduce firing temperature and improve surface finish in ceramics.
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Textile manufacturing (dyeing, fabric softening)
Controls the pH during dyeing and improves the absorption of reactive dyes.
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Household cleaning products (detergents, abrasives)
Provides alkalinity for effective cleaning and grease removal in soaps and detergents.
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Dense Soda Ash
Dense Soda Ash, with high-density particles, ensures uniform mixing with silica, making it the preferred choice for high-quality glass production.
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LIGHT SODA ASH
Light Soda Ash, produced via the ammonia-soda process, is a naturally sourced low density soda ash used in soaps, detergents, and more.