THE NATURAL GYPSUM

• Natural Gypsum precipitated some 100 to 200 million years ago, when sea water evaporated. Natural Gypsum is a non-toxic mineral that occurs in sedimentary rock formations, and is found in over 85 countries.
• Natural Gypsum is chemically known as calcium Sulphate Dihydrate (CaSO4.2H2O) deposited in sedimentary layers on the sea bed. Under high pressure and temperature Gypsum turns into Anhydrite (CaSO4)
• In nature, Gypsum and Anhydrite occurs ad beds or nodular masses up to a few meters thick (in our quarry the gypsum bed is around 30 meters)
• Gypsum is formed by the hydration of Anhydrite. The content of Gypsum is sedimentary rock varies from 75% to 95%, the rest being clay and chalk. In our quarry, the gypsum content varies from 90% to 95

“ “With the appropriate excavation method and suitable production line, we are able to produce natural gypsum of various gradings: 0-20 mm, 0-50 mm and 20-50 mm ” Antonis Antoniou Latouros - Managing Director at Latomia Latouros Ltd

The quarrying process

• The excavation of the gypsum is done using mechanical means, more specifically, with a new 95-tonne class Cat 390F hydraulic excavator, which allows for very quick and precise material movement

The quarry team

• The quarry’s skillful team has gathered a wealth of knowledge about the unique characteristics of the gypsum rock. The team uses its background to design an excavation that optimizes the gypsum production throughout the year. The quarry team’s members have specialized training in operating the excavation, loading and hauling machines, ensuring the work is completed with professionalism and within the European regulations.