General Info

Founded in 1910, Franklin Industrial Minerals owns and operates more than five mineral mining and processing locations throughout the southeastern and southwestern United States. The company produces chemical-grade, high-purity limestone, alumina trihydrate and crushed stone. It serves the glass, fiberglass, carpet, paint, plastics, rubber, coatings, caulks, animal feeds, fertilizer, roofing products, construction materials, ceramics and tile industries. The company also provides finished products, including micron calcium carbonate fillers and screened road aggregates. It produces and ships more than 5, million tons of minerals. The company also offers technical assistance with physical and chemical analysis. Franklin Industrial Minerals is a part of Lhoist Group and maintains one of its locations in Ocala, Fla.