Mintek’s Season of Giving

Dec 14, 2023 | News/General

Mintek’s Season of Giving Each holiday season, the team at Mintek Resources works together to support local charitable organizations through monetary and material donations. This year, we’d like to spotlight the 501(c)(3) partners local to our Dayton, OH headquarters...

Lime-based Products: Frequently Asked Questions

Dec 1, 2023 | News/General

Lime-based Products: Frequently Asked Questions 1. What are the selection criteria for the various lime products? a. Soil type: Quicklime, Calciment® LKD and Portland cement each have their place depending on the soil’s plasticity and clay content. Refer to our...

Soil Testing for Construction

Nov 3, 2023 | Modifying

Soil Testing for Construction What is Soil Testing? Soil testing is an essential part of pre-construction to determine the properties and characteristics of the soil at a construction site. A series of tests are used in conjunction with each other to help engineers...

Chemical Uses in Soil Treatment

Oct 10, 2023 | Modifying, Stabilizing

Chemical Uses in Soil Treatment Soil treatment stands as a foundational practice in civil construction projects and environmental remediation endeavors. It involves the adjustment of soil properties to ensure suitability for specific applications. Whether you’re...

Dealing with Expansive Soils in Construction

Sep 8, 2023 | Modifying

Dealing with Expansive Soils in Construction When it comes to construction projects, one of the most significant challenges that engineers and builders encounter is the presence of expansive soils. Expansive soils, also known as shrink-swell soils, have the ability to...