Insights from the Experts
Understanding Soil Stabilization with Cement and Lime
Creating a strong and stable foundation is essential when constructing buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. However, not all soils are naturally suitable for construction. Some may be too wet, soft, or prone to deformation and settling, which can lead to...
Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence: A Toast to Mintek Resources
As we raise our glasses to commemorate three decades of unwavering commitment to our customers, partners and employees, we find ourselves reflecting on the remarkable journey that has brought us to this milestone. Mintek Resources, founded in 1994, has been an expert...
A Guide to Lime Soil Stabilization Specifications
Importance and Purpose of Lime in Soil Stabilization Lime plays a crucial role in soil stabilization, which is a process used to improve soil properties. The term lime is a somewhat catch-all term for many calcium-bearing materials, so it is important to understand...
Potential Pitfalls: Applying State DOT Standards to Small Commercial Projects
As a value engineering option, the importance of soil stabilization cannot be overstated. Soil stabilization lays the groundwork for stability, ensuring that structures remain steadfast against the test of time. Crucial to this process are soil stabilization...
Lime Soil Stabilization: Find the Best Soil Stabilization Method
Lime Soil Stabilization vs Cement Soil Stabilization: Which Method is Better? Many factors must be considered to choose the most effective stabilizing agent and properly stabilize soil. What is Soil Stabilization? Soil stabilization occurs when the physical and...
The Evolution of Soil Treatment: Embracing Change for a Stable Future
Soil treatment has a long history in construction, improving project soils and ensuring the stability of the pavements and structures built upon them. The practice of soil treatment dates back to ancient times, but it wasn’t until around 1945 when a significant leap...
Flexible Packaging and Delivery Options
Purchasing the correct amount of material is just as important as selecting the correct product for your jobsite, which means having a variety of packaging and delivery options is key. With multiple shipping points across the United States and an expert logistics...
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 and the missions they...
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 Chemical Stabilization Selection Guide to determine...
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 and construction professionals...