Q:
Are plant pick-ups allowed?
A:
Yes. However, there is a 22-24 Short Ton minimum for plant pick-ups.
Q:
Can GP ship products in bulk bags?
A:
Yes. Click here for details.
Q:
Can Set Times be adjusted?
A:
Yes, by customer's request according to specific need.
Q:
Can we private label?
A:
We can package using customers' bags.
Q:
Does GP have a fiber-based product for added tensil strength?
A:
Yes. Denscast
Q:
Does GP have a product for GRG type applications?
A:
Yes. Densite HL
Q:
How many bags of plaster come on a pallet?
A:
40 bags/pallet for 100 lbs. bags or 55 bags/pallet for 100 lbs. bags (Receiving equipment must be able to handle 5500 lbs.) or 80 bags/pallet for 50 lbs. bags
Q:
What amount of tonnage can we load on a pallet?
A:
4000 lbs. or 2 Short Tons; 5500 lbs. or 2.75 Short Tons (Receiving equipment must be able to handle 5500 lbs.)
Q:
What are GP's testing procedures for quality assurance before shipment of material?
A:
See "Quality Assurance".
Q:
What are the dimensions of our bulk bags empty and full?
A:
a) 42 cubic foot bulk bags: Bag Size Empty = 36" x 36" x 49"; Filled Dimensions = 45" diameter x 44" high; Loops = 12"; Rated Capacity = 2500 lbs. Actual weights vary depending on product density.; Alpha Capacity = approximately 2500 lbs.; Beta Capacity = approximately 2200 lbs.
b) 52 cubic foot bulk bags: Bag Size Empty = 36" x 36" 59"; Filled Dimensions = 45" diameter x 55" high; Loops = 12"; Rated Capacity = 3300 lbs.; Actual weights vary depending on product density.; Alpha Capacity = approximately 3000 lbs.; Beta Capacity = approximately 2400 lbs.
Q:
What is recommended proper storage of plaster?
A:
Covered, dry, climate controlled area.
Q:
What is the minimum order?
A:
Please contact the Area Sales Manager nearest you.
Q:
What is the shelf life of plaster?
A:
Approximately 3 months depending on the product line and if properly stored.
Q:
What methods of transportation are available?
A:
Blue Rapids, KS Plant: Bulk Truck, Flatbed Truck, Van, Containers, Bulk Rail, Boxcar; Las Vegas, NV Plant: Bulk Truck, Flatbed Truck, Van, Containers, Boxcar
Q:
What size bags are available?
A:
100 lbs., 80 lbs. 50 lbs. depending on product.
Q:
What size pallets are available?
A:
44" x 53" standard pallet; 44" x 53" and 40" x 48" bulk bag
Q:
What type of plaster should I use for general use, i.e. casting?
A:
Specification Index
Q:
Where is the nearest stocking distributor in my area?
A:
Please contact the Area Sales Manager nearest you
Q:
Who do I contact to obtain a sample?
A:
22-24 Short Tons. Should you require less than 22-24 Short Tons, please contact the Area Sales Manager nearest you.
