Drilling Fluid
Sulphonated Asphalt vs. Gilsonite: Which Suits Your Mud?
Both sulphonated asphalt and gilsonite are asphaltic shale stabilizers, but they behave differently in drilling fluids. Natural, hard…
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Practical, expert articles on gilsonite in drilling fluids, asphalt, foundry, inks, paints, coatings and waterproofing.
Drilling Fluid
Shale Stabilization with Gilsonite
Shale instability is one of the most expensive problems in drilling. Swelling, sloughing and caving shales can cause…
Drilling Fluid
HPHT Fluid Loss Control with Gilsonite
High-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) wells challenge every part of a drilling fluid. Polymers can degrade, clays can flocculate and…
Drilling Fluid
Gilsonite in Drilling Fluids Explained
Drilling fluid, or "mud", does many jobs: it carries cuttings to the surface, cools the bit, balances formation…
Gilsonite
How to Choose a Reliable Gilsonite Supplier
Gilsonite quality varies between sources and suppliers. These questions help you find a partner you can trust. Ask…
Gilsonite
Shipping Gilsonite by Container and Truck
Gilsonite is shipped around the world by sea container, flatbed truck and bulk vessel. Good logistics planning saves…
Gilsonite
Gilsonite Packing Options for Export
How gilsonite is packed affects cost, handling and product protection. These are the most common options. The standard…
Gilsonite
Gilsonite Storage and Handling Best Practices
Gilsonite is a stable material, but correct storage and handling protect its quality and keep workers safe. When…
Gilsonite
Natural Asphalt, Asphaltite, Uintaite: Names Explained
Buyers often see several names for similar products. Here is a simple guide. A general term for any…
Gilsonite
Gilsonite Softening Point Explained
Softening point is the property that most clearly separates gilsonite from ordinary bitumen. It also helps decide which…
Gilsonite
Understanding Mesh Sizes for Gilsonite Powder
"200 mesh" and "600 mesh" appear on almost every gilsonite specification. Here is what these numbers mean and…
Gilsonite
Why Ash Content Matters in Gilsonite
Ash content is one of the first numbers buyers look at on a gilsonite COA. But why is…
Our Products
| Product | Particle size | Softening point (R&B) | Typical dosage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilsonite Lump | 0 – 50 mm (custom) | 150 – 220 °C | Depends on application. | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Gilsonite Granular | 1 – 5 mm | 150 – 200 °C | Asphalt: 4–12 % by weight of binder. | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Gilsonite Powder | 100 – 200 mesh | 150 – 220 °C | Drilling 2–8 lb/bbl · asphalt 4–12 % of binder · foundry 0.3–1.0 % | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Micronized Gilsonite | 300 – 600 mesh | 150 – 180 °C | Ink varnish: 20–40 % in oil. | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Drilling Fluid Grade Gilsonite | 75 – 200 µm | 160 – 220 °C (grades) | 2 – 8 lb/bbl | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Sulphonated Asphalt | — | — | 2 – 6 lb/bbl | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Cementing Grade Gilsonite | 75 – 200 µm | 160 – 220 °C | 5 – 15 % BWOC | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Asphalt Modifier Grade Gilsonite | Powder ≤ 200 mesh / granular 1–5 mm | 150 – 200 °C | 4 – 12 % by weight of binder | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Foundry Grade Gilsonite | 100 – 300 mesh | 150 – 200 °C | 0.3 – 1.0 % (iron) | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Ink & Paint Grade Gilsonite | 200 – 600 mesh | 150 – 180 °C | Ink varnish: 20–40 % in oil | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Coating & Waterproofing Grade Gilsonite | ≤ 200 mesh | 150 – 200 °C | 5 – 25 % of compound | Spec · MSDS · COA |
| Sealer & Filler Grade Gilsonite | ≤ 200 mesh | 150 – 180 °C | Sealer: 15 – 35 % | Spec · MSDS · COA |