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Article: Raw and Manufactured Materials for Ceramics: 2001 Overview.(Brief Article)
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- Ceramic Industry
- Article date:
- January 1, 2001
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The materials industry appears to be doing well--reflecting the overall strength of the ceramic industry. Sales and production of most materials increased in 1999 and are poised for further success in the near future. Following is an overview of the markets for some of the most widely used materials in the ceramic industry.
Abrasives
Manufactured abrasives dominate high-grade abrasive markets as opposed to natural abrasives because they have superior physical properties, more uniform quality and can be tailored to meet user needs. Some of the most widely used manufactured abrasives include aluminum-zirconium oxide, boron carbide, fused aluminum oxide, ...