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MINETEX is a mining grid used as an alternative to wire mesh for strengthening of roofs and ribs in underground mining. The material is composed of basalt fiber (reinforcing base) and special polyvinylchloride (coating) which is antistatic and ensures compliance with fire safety requirements.
Material type |
Composition | MD/CMD tensile strength, kN/m | Mesh size, mm | MD/CMD elongation, % |
Width, m (maximum) |
MINETEX (50/50) |
Basalt roving, , flame-retardant antistatic PVC impregnation | 50/50 | 15×15 – 80×80 | 3 |
5,2 |
MINETEX (100/100) |
Basalt roving, , flame-retardant antistatic PVC impregnation | 100/100 | 15×15 – 80×80 | 3 |
5,2 |