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Achieving the right mix

26 May 2025

Cement-free dry gunning mixes using silica sol as a binder eliminate some of the issues such as a lack of air permeability found in traditional low-cement castables. In this article, Mino Ceramic Co shares the results of its research into these mixes and their performance in kilns. by Makoto Ohno, Shiho Takeuchi and Yasutaka Yoshimi, Mino Ceramic Co Ltd, Japan

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