PROSPECTS FOR THE INTEGRATION OF QUARTZ-FELDSPAR CONCENTRATE OBTAINED FROM KAOLIN ENRICHMENT INTO CERAMIC PRODUCTION PROCESSES

Abstract

ABSTRACT. The paper examin es the potential use of quartz feldspar concentrate obtained as a result of kaolin enrichment to meet the growing demand for quartz feldspar materials, which are essential components in the production of ceramic tiles, sanitary ceramics and other products. The research methodology includes laboratory tests of the chemical composition of kaolin enrichment waste and analysis of the possibility for obtaining marketa ble quartz feldspar concentrates using flotation and electrostatic separation methods. The result s showed that high quality concentrates (possessing the necessary physical and chemical properties) that are suitable for ceramic production can be obtained by flotation of such waste. The use of such waste contributes to reducing waste volumes and ensuring a stable supply of raw materials for the ceramics industry.

Keywords

• : kaolin beneficiation
• quartz feldspar concentrate
• flotation
• electromagnetic separation