Thiele Kaolin Company

Thiele headquarters are located in Sandersville, Georgia.

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Reserves

Thiele's abundant kaolin reserves and efficient mining process assure customers of a constant supply of the highest quality kaolin. 

The Clay Process

Our products go through at least 25 steps before they reach our customers.

Tested to Perform

At Thiele, we know the value of performance. Our products are evaluated in our extensive research and paper application labs to ensure success in your mill.

Quality is Key

Tailored products are our specialty. Thiele’s Quality Assurance facility ensures that our products meet your needs.

Architectural and Precast Concrete

Since KAOROCK™ is white, it will not darken the appearance of concrete. In fact, it improves the consistency of color in your concrete because the color of KAOROCK™ will always be the same. When appearance is important as with certain precast concrete structures, KAOROCK™ is the perfect choice.

Please note the following possible applications with KAOROCK™. This is not a complete list, as with frequently run into new applications with architectural concrete.

 

SPLIT-FACE BLOCK:
KAOROCK™ can add strength and durability while at the same time helping to achieve an excellent visual appearance.
See our Split-Face Case Study for further information.

CONCRETE COUNTERTOPS:
KAOROCK™ is a great additive for countertops because of its consistent color and durability enhancing properties. Furthermore, it helps the concrete finish better than other pozzolanic materials.

 

CONCRETE PAVERS:
KAOROCK™ can add strength and durability while at the same time helping to achieve an excellent visual appearance. Plus the color consistency of KAOROCK™ is an added bonus in a precast manufacturing environment.


CONCRETE FIREPLACES:
A polymer modified cement is sometimes used to make fireplace molds. KAOROCK™ metakaolin can help eliminate cracking, and also make the concrete stronger finishing much better. It is an excellent additive to consider in this decorative application.