World Minerals Inc. is a world leading supplier of
engineered mineral products derived from diatomaceous earth
and expanded perlite, natural raw materials possessing
unusually light density, chemical inertness, high surface
area and intricate structure. As a result of these unusual
properties, the company's products are used in a host of
applications, including filtration for liquid/solid
separation, functional fillers for paints, coatings,
polymers and elastomers, bioreactor support, and in the
promotion of plant growth. In addition, World Minerals is a
leading supplier of semi-finished products, such as crushed
and screened perlite ore.World Minerals operates a global
network of 26 production facilities. The Company's products
are used in virtually every nation, and are available either
from the Company's 17 direct sales offices or through its
highly capable distributors and agents.