Improved zircon iron corals for the 1990s

Journal Article · Sun Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1992 · American Ceramic Society Bulletin; (United States)

OSTI ID:5332236

Decker, C ^[1]

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1. CIBA-GEIGY/Drakenfeld Colors, Washington, PA (US)

CIBA-GEIGY/Drakenfeld Colors is dedicated to the research and development of consistent and cost-effective ceramic stains for the whitewares industry. After identifying the trends in color for the 1990s. CIBA-GEIGY/Drakenfeld Colors initiated an extensive R D project to improve zircon ion corals for the whitewares industry. These color trends indicated a need for stronger and cleaner zircon iron corals. This paper discusses the chemistry and crystal structure of zircon iron corals. A historical review of Drakenfeld corals will also be presented. The most recent development in Drakenfeld corals will then be compared to other commercially available zircon iron corals. Taking into consideration these comparisons, conclusions will be drawn suggesting the coral of choice for the 1990s.

• OSTI ID: 5332236
• Journal Information: American Ceramic Society Bulletin; (United States), Vol. 71:3; ISSN 0002-7812
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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