SIC Home
Coke
Fiber
| Fiber Home Products Technology Standards History Facilities Brochures MSDS Contact Us |
|
Products The Fiber Division of Sloss Industries Corporation evolved in the mid-1900's as a result of the company's Coke Division operations. Sloss has been a major producer of coke for use in blast furnaces and foundries since 1882; and slag is a natural by-product of blast furnace operations, resulting from the reduction of iron ore. This naturally occurring supply of slag set the stage for Sloss to begin producing slag wool fiber in 1947.
 Sloss slag wool is a man-made, single-strand glassy fiber formed at temperatures of
more than 2,400 ºF. It is, therefore, an excellent insulating fiber that maintains stability
at extremely elevated temperatures. It is a highly effective replacement for asbestos
and is widely used in the formulation of fire-rated ceiling tile as well as sprayable or
hand-troweled fireproof cements and many other refractory board products.Sloss produces bulk fiber under contract for use as a viscosity modifier in asphalt cement.  Sloss produces a 93% recycled loose fill fiber, marketed under the name of Sloss Blowing Wool, that is designed as a blown insulation product for commercial, residential, and industrial applications. It has the density necessary to protect against convection and air infiltration - even in the coldest winters or in hard-to-reach places in walls and attics. It reduces transmission of outside noises. Sloss produces a loose wool fiber used in the Agricultural Industry to improve or aid in the cultivation of plants and vegetables. The fiber's unique properties make it an excellent soil stabilizer and carrier of nutrients and water for controlled plant production. Sloss produces a low organic cryogenic wool specifically designed for use in bulk oxygen plants and in those industries where maximum importance is placed on low combustible (oil) content, high packing density and the ability to hold shape when "tunneling through for repairs" is needed. PMF® Fiber is a man-made vitreous fiber developed for use as filler-reinforcement in various applications such as phenolics, friction materials, thermoplastics, and coatings. Processed from slag wool, which is fiberized at temperatures exceeding 2,400 ºF, PMF® Fiber offers outstanding heat resistance and wear characteristics. It is an excellent alternative to asbestos and a low-cost, high-performance replacement for glass. Major Markets Served Technological advancements, new product development, and growing demand continue to broaden the applications for Sloss fibers among various markets. Some of the major applications currently include:
|
Since that time, numerous applications and a growing demand for slag wool and
various derivative products have emerged. The Fiber Division has remained at the
industry forefront in terms of manufacturing, processing, and development of
innovative fibers in response to a wide range of needs. These products include:
| Fiber Home Products Technology Standards History Facilities Brochures MSDS Contact Us |
| Sloss Industries Fiber Division: 4200 F.L. Shuttlesworth Drive • P.O. Box 5327 • Birmingham, Alabama 35207 Telephone: 205.808.7912 • Fax: 205.808.7926 • Please send website comments to helpdesk@sloss.com. |