Bentonite & Zeolite- Helpful Information

Bentonite is used as a bonding material in the preparation of molding sand used for producing iron, steel, etc. Its unique properties allow thermal stability, flowability, and compatibility.

Bentonite is used in construction to hold the integrity of the walls of the site dug out for placing the foundation. Its binding properties help maintain the walls till the process is complete.

Bentonites absorption properties make it useful to purify wastewater. It prevents pollutants from entering the groundwater

Bentonite is used to supplement animal feed as it helps to pelletize in the production of animal feed pellets. Bentonite is also used as a binding agent in hay cubing.

Zeolites can be used to harvest solar heat thermochemically stored. Zeolite has the ability of high heat absorption along with the ability to hydrate and dehydrate while maintaining structural integrity. This is useful to harness solar energy.

Zeolites are used for removing radioactive ions from nuclear plant effluents. Because of its porous nature, water, gasses, and other smaller molecules can easily pass through the minerals.

It is used as a slow-release fertilizer that collects nitrogen and releases it as and when plants need it.

Zeolites help in absorbing toxins from their bodies allowing a better nutrient absorption rate. Zeolites also help to kill mycotoxins in feed. This results in improved overall health and immunity of the animal.