The University of Tokyo published a paper on the impact of irradiation on concrete structures, by which the crystalline quartz, in aged concrete, is converted into amorphous state. This is the ...

Nippon Paint (Coatings) Philippines, Inc. today unveiled its latest breakthrough in exterior wall protection — the Weatherbond Quartz series – promising to set a new standard in shielding ...

China’s Ministry of Natural Resources has announced the discovery of two major high-purity quartz deposits – one near Qinling, Henan province, and the other in Altay, Xinjiang region.

China announced it has discovered new deposits of high-purity quartz, a mineral with a small but crucial role in the production of semiconductors and solar panels. High-purity quartz is one of the ...

Getting a thrill from a timepiece with a quartz movement wasn’t just unusual—it was laughable. “When you’re a watch person and you’re making a thoughtful purchase, you might not ...

Long scorned despite being cheaper and more accurate than their mechanical counterparts, quartz watches are finally getting some love. By Scott Cacciola Wristwatch enthusiasts can be persnickety.

"I am not the only person whose life has been put at risk,” said Marek Marzec, who was given weeks to live after working with quartz countertops for a decade SWNS; Getty Quartz countertops ...

Mickey Clarino (nee Viola) was 81 years old when she passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Born and raised in Jersey City, Mickey lived most of her life in New Milford. She was predeceased by her ...

Sibelco has started mining Spruce Pine’s ultra-high-purity quartz once again. Sibelco has started mining Spruce Pine’s ultra-high-purity quartz once again. Emma Roth is a news writer who ...

Old Fort is roughly 30 miles from the town of Spruce Pine, which supplies much of the world's high-purity quartz. Sean Rayford / Getty Images High-quality quartz is the cornerstone of the ...

HPQ is the raw material for the high-grade quartz products that sit at the heart of high-end consumer tech products. Its chemical and physical properties—including high temperature and corrosion ...

Nestled in the Appalachian mountains, the community of Spruce Pine, population 2,194, is known for its hiking, local artists and as America's sole source of high-purity quartz. Helene dumped more ...