Business Values Offer News Recruitment Contact The green clay of Velay ARGILE DU VELAY is the only company operating a green clay deposit in Auvergne. It controls the entire production chain: from the green clay deposits to the delivery of the product that meets the needs of each client. His origins Velay green clay differs from other clays by its composition. The clay benches have been located since the Tertiary era, at the foot of the Auvergne volcanoes. Its composition Green Clay from Velay is a natural mineral of the aluminum silicate type with a layered structure (phyllosilicates). It is a unique clay because it is naturally composed of a mixture of 3 clays with complementary properties and virtues (mainly composed of illite, kaolinite and montmorillonite). Velay's green clay does not contain quartz. Universal properties This mixture of pure clays gives it unique properties: strong absorption and adsorption (cation exchange capacity). This clay mineral with 3 layers and without fiber has a high covering power. The moisture content - from 4 to 6% - is extremely low, thanks to an innovative drying technique. Granulometry Each client benefits from tailor-made products that meet their needs and expectations. An efficient production tool makes it possible to manufacture both very fine ultra-ventilated powders (<20microns), and granules (6mm). Product information The green clay of the velay can be delivered in bulk, in big bag or in bag, according to the market or the need of the customer. Velay green clay is an ECO-CERT and COSMOS registered product. The green clay Velay is a verified product ECO-CERT Home/Business/ The green clay of Velay © Copyright 2021 Argile du Velay    Legal Notice

Business Values Offer News Recruitment Contact Green clay transformation steps 1. The extraction Studies of deposits and coring, zoning of clay according to market criteria. Semi-annual control by a body appointed by the DREAL. Extraction and transfer to the storage unit, located nearby. 2. The transformation Storage of the raw material organized according to the properties of the clay. Ore transformation, only by mechanical and thermal processes (without addition of chemicals). 3. The finished product Breakdown of finished products by grain size and market. Quality control of production. Final conditioning before storage in clearly identified areas. 4. Customer delivery Preparation of orders and final verification of conformity before shipment. Chartering and loading of the lot for delivery. In conclusion "Good control of each stage of the life cycle of our products depends on the quality of our clay and the satisfaction of our customers". + Our clay transformation cycle is GMP recognized for the animal feed market. Home/Business/ Stages of green clay transformation © Copyright 2021 Argile du Velay    Legal Notice