Substrate producer PULL Rhenen has grown over the past 70 years
into a leading company in the agricultural sector. pull
Rhenen is a producer of Perlite and Vermiculite in the Netherlands. Our
focus is constantly on delivering sustainable and high-quality
high-quality products where customization and professionalism are central
to stand. PULL stands for pure products. Due to the right know
how and years of experience, our products are a reliable basis,
the start of a horticultural or industrial project.
vermiculite
Vermiculite belongs to the phyllosilicate minerals such as mica. raw vermiculite
is a mineral consisting of golden brown flakes with a layered structure. The
mineral is purified and separated to various degrees. Pull processed
this raw material in special ovens at a temperature of approximately 750 °C. During this
process the water in the ore turns into vapor which leads to the exfoliation
of the vermiculite. At the end of the production process, a beige,
harmonica-shaped granulate: Vermiculite.
Agra-vermiculite is an environmentally friendly product and, in addition to a very good
moisture retention capacity also a high air capacity. Agra-Vermiculite is
RHP/ECAS certified.
Applications of Agra vermiculite
Agra-vermiculite is excellent as an additive for potting soils,
cuttings, sowing soils and plugs. Agra-vermiculite also has its success
has since been proven as a propagation medium for bulbous plants. The use as
seed spreader is an ideal way to help Agra-vermiculite do its job
to be used as a seed medium.
Physical characteristics
inorganic and sterile
free from germs, seeds, insects and nematodes
low volumetric weight
great moisture retention capacity
high cation binder (CEC)