KÄRNTNER MONTANINDUSTRIE

The Company in Brief

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 The Company

Kärntner Montanindustrie GmbH (KMI) is an Austrian

company, founded in 1932. The company owns micaceous
iron oxide mines and mineral processing facilities. The
headquarters are in the castle of Wolfsberg, the regional
capital. The mine and processing plant are located not far
from that in Waldenstein, both in the State of Carinthia.

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 Historical Background

1st century B.C. first mining

activities
1352 first documents about
Waldenstein as an ironwork
1851 bought by Counts of
Henckel of Donnersmarck
1876 closing of mine and steel works
1906 reopening of mine and installation
of a processing plant for the production
of anticorrosive pigments
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 The Waldenstein Mine

KMI‘s mine at Waldenstein is

a well-known source of Micaceous Iron Oxide (MIO)
with characteristic lamellar structure and high purity.

The reserves are sufficient for the next decades. The mine is an
underground operation, which enables an all-season
excavation.

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 The Processing Plant

KMI‘s processing plant is

in vicinity to the MIO mine.

The MIO crude ore and other raw materials are grinded,
separated and classified by special techniques. Due to
continuous development of the beneficiation know-how,
the special structures of the mineral particles are
maintained – independent from fineness.

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 KMI – an Expert in Micronization

KMI has long-term expertise

in delamination of minerals.
Further investments in
state-of-the-art grinding
technology enabled the
micronization of micaceous iron oxide and functional
minerals. These products are the finest on world markets.
Today, KMI is acknowledged as the world leader in MIO-
technology, research and development.

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 The Mineral

Waldenstein ore contains a

natural iron oxide (Fe2O3)
which distinguishes it from
other iron ores with its
metallic grey lustre.

Its lamellar structure – resembling that of mica – has

also given it its name:
Micaceous Iron Oxide (MIO)

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 MIO – a Rare Mineral
Mineralogy: Hematite
Chem. formula: Fe2O3 (iron-III-oxide)
Color: grey to reddish
brown, metallic
Density: 4,8 g/cm³
Hardness: 6,0–6,5 Mohs

Micaceous iron oxides (MIO) are a rare mineral.

Significant resources are known in Europe (Austria), Asia
(China), Australia and Africa. There are major differences in
mineralogy, lamellarity and iron content between these
sources.

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 International Standards for MIO

The most important quality criteria

according to EN ISO 10601 and ASTM 5532 are:

Content of lamellar particles

(minimum 65% for grade A, EN ISO 10601)
Fe2O3 content (min 85%)
Color of product (grey with metallic sheen)
Particle size distribution (PSD)

KMI has a strong focus to Grade A products.

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 MIO – Grade A & B

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 Quality counts first
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015

Product quality, consistency and

supply reliability are the pillars of
KMI’s commitment.

KMI is aware of the stringent quality demands of their international

customers.

We are aware of the importance for the environment and the future of our
children. KMI is committed to ensuring that all industrial practices and
products are socially, environmentally and economically sustainable.

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 MIOX® - the Brand of the Market Leader

MIOX® is the registered

tradename of KMI for its
micaceous iron oxide products.

For decades KMI have been renowned as worldwide leader

in the supply of iron ore pigments for anti-rust protective
coatings.

Export rate of more than 95%

Customers in more than 80 countries

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 Wollastonite & Mica – HAR Minerals

KMI generated expertise in delamination and

micronization of industrial minerals. The
investment in state-of-the-art grinding technology enabled the
extension of the product range with high aspect ratio (HAR)
minerals, such as
Wollastonite,
Muscovite Mica,
Phlogopite Mica.

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 MICA Muscovite - HLM-Series

Shape: platy
Chem. formula: KAl2[AlSi3O10(F,OH)2]
Color: white to grey
Density: 2,8 g/cm³
Hardness: 2,5 Mohs

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 MICA Phlogopite - HLP-Series

Shape: platy
Chem. formula: KMg3[AlSi3O10(F,OH)2]
Color: beige to brown
Density: 2,8 g/cm³
Hardness: 2,5 Mohs

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 Wollastonite

Shape: acicular (needle-like) crystal shape

Chem. formula: CaSiO3
Color: white
Density: 2,8 g/cm³
Hardness: 5 Mohs

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 Application fields
Friction Special
Coatings Polymers Ceramics Foundry
Materials Applications

Heavy duty
Brake pads for Veining
corrosion Automotive Tiles Welding rods
passenger cars additives
protection

Decorative
Technical Sanitary- Brake pads for Coating
metal Paper
parts ware commercial additives
protection

Partial
Brake pads for
replacement Packaging
motor cycles
of Zinc-Dust

Thin film
Building & Brake pads for
corrosion
construction rail industry
protection

Powder Industrial
Furniture
coatings Friction linings

Electrical &
Coil coatings
electronic

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 Overview Applications

Coatings Ceramic Friction Polymers Foundry

•MIOX •MIOX ME •MIOX •MIOX Micro

•Wollastonite •Wollastonite •MIOX •MIOX
•MICA HLP Submicro
•MICA HLM •Wollastonite
•MICA HLP
•MICA HLM

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 Environment & Sustainability

KMI‘s operations are located

within the Austrian alps.
We are aware of the importance
for the environment and the
future of our children.

KMI is committed to ensuring that all industrial practices

and products are socially, environmentally and economically
sustainable.

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 KMI‘s Business Objective

Kärntner Montanindustrie wants to be seen by its

customers as a synonym for product innovation and
customer orientation.

It is the company's objective to further extend its

position as a major player and to develop new
application fields and markets for functional industrial
minerals.

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 Contact

Kärntner Montanindustrie GmbH

Schloss 1
A-9400 Wolfsberg, AUSTRIA
Tel: +43 (4352) 54 5 35 - 0
Fax: +43 (4352) 54 5 35 – 135
www.kmi.at

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