BORON AND BORATES NEWS
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NEWS
Video – How To Make Silly Putty With Borax?
Silly Putty is an iconic toy designed to bring joy and relaxation, made from a borax solution that allows for stretching, bouncing, and creating.
Dumortierite: The Gemstone of Enlightenment
Dumortierite is a beautiful and extremely hard material that is ideal for jewelry. However, faceted stones are uncommon because most of this is found in cabochon form.
Discover Electric Car Batteries
Electric vehicle batteries are rechargeable batteries that power electric vehicles over a sustained period and are deep cycle batteries.
Nuclear Waste Is Revolutionizing The Glass Industry
Nuclear waste can now be vitrified into durable borosilicate glass for long-term secure storage which is an ingenious breakthrough in hazardous management.
Gender Inequality In The Face of Food Insecurity
Gender inequality contributes significantly to food insecurity. Boron is an essential micronutrient that aids in the improvement of food security and, there are implications for gender equality by increasing agricultural production efficiencies.
White Howlite: The Healing Gemstone
White Howlite is a remarkable gemstone, from stylish jewelry pieces to the soothing properties it holds, this captivating borate mineral has certainly made an indelible mark.
Marine Life Thrives With Boron
Boron is a remarkable chemical element that plays an essential part in maintaining the delicate balance of marine life.
NEWS
Boron Extraction risk and rewards
As a result of climate change, boron is becoming more and more sought after to cope with Decarbonization initiatives and Advanced Energy applications to reduce fuel and energy costs and reduce pollution levels. As global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, we can expect an even greater need for boron to develop renewable energy sources. Use of Boron is also promoted in government regulations such as the Clean Air Act and the Clean Power Plan to meet stricter emission standards for power plants.
Company Profile of Lithium and Boron Technology
Lithium and Boron Technology, Inc., previously known as SmartHeat Inc, is a significant producer of boric acid and a manufacturer of lithium carbonate in the PRC. It has a revenue of around $7.57M. The company exclusively sources ore and brine from Dachaidan Lake and the surrounding areas.
Fluids, Fuel, Lubricants and Additives
Fluids, Fuel, Lubricants and Additives - Boron has been proven to be an excellent lubricant for engine components. University of Utah researchers found that parts coated with boron had 50% less friction than others. This may result in significant fuel savings and increased engine durability. Boron should become an essential ingredient in fuels and engine technology once its potential benefits are further clarified.
Boron Carbide Market Insights
Global boron carbide sales are estimated to reach US$ 141.2 million in 2022 and are predicted to rise at a robust 4.2% CAGR over the forecast period (2022-2029). This rise results from growing demands for abrasives and refractory materials.
Rio Tinto Decarbonization
Rio Tinto announced a $7.5 billion plan to reduce carbon emissions to 50% by 2030 in October 2021. Rio Tinto stated that it aimed to reduce carbon emissions by half by 2020 as steel and iron ore producers push for compliance with international climate commitments. Rio pushed forward its 2020 target for a 15% reduction of emissions from 2018, five years earlier than it had previously planned.
Micronutrient Deficiency, Boron and the WHO
What is micronutrient deficiency and how can boron help? In simple words, it is when your body is not getting the necessary nutrients it needs to function properly and for good health. It is a matter of concern all around the globe, but especially in countries with limited resources such as Nigeria. Yet, after scientific research, many ways came out to tackle this problem, and WHO also actively giving guidelines for the same. Micronutrient deficiency may lead to some of the risks associated with anaemia, stunted growth, impaired cognitive development, and immune system impairment,...
Benefits Of Natural Foods High In Boron
Eating natural foods is an important part of staying healthy and ensuring you get the recommended daily allowance of Boron, a mineral essential for optimal bodily functioning.
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GUIDE TO BORON
APPLICATIONS
Boron Helps Generate Cheap And Clean Electricity
Looking for Clean Electricity? Boron to the Rescue! It's been a while since we've had a blog post about the wonders of Boron's electrical conductivity powers. Boron is used to produce electricity, which is great for those who are looking to save on their electric...
Boron Lubricants for Drilling
Boron lubricants are multifunctional additives used in oil and gas exploration, drilling, and production. In addition to controlling pH, viscosity, and corrosion, they are also used to provide lubrication and exert other physical and chemical effects. Borates may be used in drilling fluid formulations to achieve several of these effects.
CHEMISTRY
Video – The Role Of Medicinal Chemistry In Drug Development
Utilizing their knowledge of boron clusters and carboranes, medicinal chemistry is vital to the success of finding new treatments for a range of illnesses.
Video – How to Make Borax Crystal Ornaments?
These festive decorations are easy to make and provide a fun and educational science activity for the whole family.
RESEARCH
Boron the Next Big Energy Carrier
Scientists are finding new ways to convert Boron into an energy carrier. The conversion process includes two steps: first heating up water with calcium oxide until it evaporates completely; then, after boiling off all the liquid, you get white crystalline material that hold energy.
Boron 3D Metal Printing
AML3D and Deakin University's Institute for Frontier Materials (IFM) announces a series of collaborative feasibility projects exploring Boron 3D Metal Printing using Boron Nitride Nanotubes (BNNTs) in Wire Additive Manufacturing. The new composite could revolutionize Wire Additive Manufacturing (WAM) by enjoying far-reaching commercial industry implications for applications in 3D metal printing globally.
Lithium Miners To Watch In Upcoming Years
December closed out with a surge of momentum for the Lithium Miners where investors are looking forward to investing in these companies.
Ultimate Guide to Boron Markets
Learn more about well-researched forecasts for the various global boron markets.
BENEFITS
Stevia Plant: A Healthier Alternative To Sugar
A Stevia Plant is the ultimate substitute for sugar, offering a range of essential micronutrients such as zinc and boron that are vital to maintaining optimum health.
Boron Health Benefits
Boron is an essential mineral for human health and in many cases, it cannot be obtained through diet alone. It has been found that boron deficiency can lead to bone diseases such as osteoporosis, arthritis or joint pain. Boron deficiency also leads to reduced ability of the body to absorb calcium which may lead to brittle nails, teeth or bones. For those who are faced with these conditions and need relief, there are a number of different ways to get treated with the help of Boron medically.
MINING BORON & BORATES
MINING
Lithium Miners To Watch In Upcoming Years
December closed out with a surge of momentum for the Lithium Miners where investors are looking forward to investing in these companies.
FEAM Announces Breakthrough Technology on Boron Facility
FEAM - 5E advanced materials - has made a significant breakthrough and has begun construction on its Small Scale Boron Facility (SSBF) with a leading publicly traded contractor in the US.
Critical Minerals in Australia
Critical Minerals in Australia: The Australian Government has announced its intention to become more self-reliant in critical minerals as a result of geopolitical changes which threaten the ongoing supply of key industrial and energy commodities, which includes boron and borates.
Podcast – Billion Dollar Boron
Podcast - Billion dollar boron. In 2021, borates sales hit billions of dollars. Why? The demand for boron is increasing rapidly in strategic sectors such as aerospace and defense, zero-carbon, and advanced energy solutions, which depend on boron-based technologies to reduce emissions. Recent forecasts predict that boron demand will increase by 30% by the end of the decade.
INVEST IN BORON
Boron Spurs Excitement in Oil and Gas
Boron has multiple applications in the oil and gas industry. Oil companies are using Borax to help remove crude from the ground by dissolving it into the water. Later, it is pumped out of the ground along with the oil (“wet extraction”).
Podcast – Lithium 101
Today, we're going to talk about lithium 101 - its chemical properties, where it's found and the mining processes to extract lithium from the ground, applications, market size, and demand for lithium. Lithium 101.
Boron Joins the Rare Earths Club
Rare Earth elements are valuable because they have magnetic and optical properties which create technologies in components such as audio speakers, hard drives, camera lenses, MRI imaging, and monitors of all sorts. But there is a cost to mining them as post-mining purification processes create hazardous waste. Boron is a potential alternative, providing clean and superconductive, energy-efficient benefits while being cheaper and more environmentally friendly.
3 Lithium Stocks to Watch
Mining for Lithium is not an easy job. To be cost-effective requires stringent procedures and regulations in place and also needs to have a decent turn-around time and stand up to the promise of being a long-term supply source for clients. We look at three Lithium companies that have not only shown profits through an otherwise tumultuous time but also served their clients' present needs with a roadmap for the future.
PLANET BORON
DECARBONIZATION
Boron and Nuclear Fusion
Boron and nuclear fusion: Is Boron the key to Unlocking Energy via Nuclear Fusion? For the past eighty years, scientists have been exploring ways to capture energy to provide an inexhaustible supply of quasi-free, green energy. Boron via laser technologies, may finally provide the key to moving beyond the laboratory to commercialisation.
Catalytic Cracking Processes With Boron Catalyst
Fluid Catalytic Cracking catalyst provides flexibility to mild and moderate-resid feed units. The Borotec portfolio based on BBT uses boron in the catalyst formulation.
ADVANCED ENERGY
Boron and Solar Energy
Boron For Storage In Solar Energy
As our population and cities grow, so does our need for safe, sustainable energy. To meet global needs, we must increase the efficiency of our energy consumption and optimize the capacity of existing and emerging energy sources.
Solar and wind energy depend on strong, durable materials. Borax products help to enable these technologies—and we strive to make our operations sustainable, too.
Podcast – Boron Energy Storage
Boron Energy Storage: The energy sector is transforming as the increased penetration of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar is driving the need for energy storage solutions that can help balance the grid.
FOOD SECURITY
Micronutrients – Government Aid, and Boron
Governments have taken many initiatives to ensure the availability of micronutrients in our diet and products. Boron is a micronutrient found primarily in the soil and essential nutrient for plant growth and agriculture. Biofortification requires Boron.
Vegetable Plants and Boron
Boron is an essential micronutrient for vegetable plants. While it is required for every vegetable plant, its quantity differs from one kind to another.
MICRONUTRIENTS
Podcast – Pregnancy Diet and Boron
Today, we're going to talk about adding boron to the pregnancy diet. This can provide substantial health benefits both for the mother and baby.
Ensuring Micronutrient Boron Supply
Famine is a natural disaster that occurs in underdeveloped countries, famine areas, and war-torn regions. In these regions, micronutrients such as boron are scarce or unavailable to the local population. The lack of micronutrients leads to malnutrition which can cause poverty and other issues such as disease and death. Here is a discussion on the importance of micronutrients for famine relief efforts. Check out their benefits for mental health, physical health, and economic development.