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Old October 29, 2013   #10
kath
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kath, The first time I just showed up and started the conversation by saying that I was an organic gardener and wanted to see if I could purchase some rock dust and fill up some containers. Because quarries are hazardous areas they had me sign a release to be on the grounds and then brought me to an area to park my car. They met me there with a bucket loader filled with about 5 yds of what they referred to as "float." The material was 90% through a #200 mesh screen and was very similar to the consistency of talcum powder. Unfortunately I was only able to put about 600 lbs in my car. The second time I had an SUV and was able to pick up around 1200lbs. Both times I have gone I made sure I went around 1:30 in the afternoon to avoid any busy times or lunch break.

Glenn
Thanks for the tips, Glenn- gonna have to give this another try. How do you know that it "was 90% through a #200 mesh screen"?

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