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Base Fill Materials

Quarry Waste

A cost-effective by-product of stone crushing, Quarry Waste is ideal for filling, leveling, and embankment support with reliable compaction and stability.

Base Fill Materials

Quarry Waste

Quarry Waste is a by-product generated during the crushing and processing of hard stone in quarry operations. Though often considered secondary material, properly processed quarry waste is a valuable construction resource used for filling, backfilling, and sub-base applications due to its stability and cost effectiveness.

Reliable material for filling and leveling works
Good compaction and ground stability
Cost-effective alternative for bulk projects
Suitable for sub-base and backfilling applications
Quarry Waste
Performance Advantages

Key Features

A cost-effective and sustainable material offering stability, compaction strength, and versatility for various construction and filling applications.

Derived from Hard Stone Processing

Generated from crushing operations of granite or similar hard rock, ensuring inherent strength and durability.

Well-Compacted Fill Material

When properly spread and compacted, quarry waste forms a dense and stable layer suitable for structural filling works.

Cost-Effective Construction Solution

Provides an economical alternative to natural soil and other fill materials, reducing overall project costs.

Good Load Distribution

Supports uniform load transfer when used as a filling or sub-base layer, minimizing settlement.

Eco-Friendly Material Utilization

Promotes sustainable construction by reusing quarry by-products and reducing waste disposal.

Reduced Material Wastage

Utilizes fines and small aggregate fractions that would otherwise remain unused, improving resource efficiency.

Low Maintenance Requirement

Once compacted, quarry waste requires minimal maintenance and provides long-term stability.

Wide Range of Applications

Commonly used for land filling, backfilling of foundations, road shoulders, low-lying area filling, sub-base preparation, and site leveling works.

Quarry Waste

Specifications

A processed by-product of hard stone crushing operations, suitable for filling, compaction, and sub-base applications with reliable stability and cost efficiency.

Product Name
Quarry Waste
Material Type
By-product of crushed hard stone (Granite or equivalent)
Composition
Mixture of fine aggregates, crushed stone fines, and small stone fragments
Particle Size Range
From fine dust up to 40 mm
(Controlled grading available as per requirement)
Grading
Well-graded material suitable for filling and compaction works
Bulk Density
Approx. 1600 – 1900 kg/m³ (compacted)
Specific Gravity
2.5 – 2.8
Plasticity Index
Non-plastic
Water Absorption
≤ 2%
Moisture Content
As supplied / adjustable for compaction
Compaction Characteristics
Achieves high density when compacted at optimum moisture content
Permeability / Drainage
Moderate drainage characteristics
Impurities
Free from organic matter, clay lumps, and harmful substances
Color
Natural grey
Applications
• Land filling and site leveling
• Backfilling of foundations and trenches
• Road shoulders and embankments
• Sub-base preparation
• Low-lying area filling
Supply Format
• Loose supply by truck
• Bulk supply for large-scale projects