Perlite and Vermiculite Organizations and Resources

Vermiculite Resources

• The Vermiculite Association - Founded in 1948, 'to promote the knowledge and use of vermiculite around the world', TVA provides a forum for the exchange of technical knowledge and best practices for both producers and consumers of vermiculite products on a global basis. TVA covers over 80% of the worldwide producers of vermiculite products in 13 countries.
• 2011 Mineral Commodity Summaries by the U.S. Department of the Interior
• United States Geological Survey - Vermiculite statistics and information.
• The Pool and Spa News Online Directory - lists distributors who can help you find a dealer that will install a Vermiculite vinyl pool liner base in your swimming pool.

Perlite Resources

• The Perlite Institute - Founded in 1949, The Perlite Institute is an international trade association which establishes product standards and specifications, and which encourages the development of new product uses through research.
• 2011 Mineral Commodity Summaries by the U.S. Department of the Interior
• United States Geological Survey - Perlite statistics and information.
• 2007 USGS Report on Perlite
• Perlite Production by Country