Rhino Quarries (PTY) LTD is an open cast mine in Randfontein, South Africa that produces crushed silica sand and stone for the construction industry. The quarry was established in 2003 and is estimated to have 52 million tons of resource at a tested depth of 30m. The silica sand resources at the quarry have been tested to be 94% – 99.2% silica (SiO2).

19mm Stone

Our 19 mm stone is a diverse material that brings offers strength and durability to any project. It is one of the most commonly used construction materials that is part of concrete, drainage stone, and pipe surround.

Uses

Foundations: As it is a hard-wearing material it can be used for study foundations.
Driveways: Well suited to surfacing driveways as the stones do not discolour or get dirty.
Landscaping: The stone blends into the environment and the stone do not discolour or get dirty.
Sub-soil drainage: The space between the stones allows for excellent drainage of excess water from the surrounding soil.

Benefits

Low maintenance: Does not discolour or get dirty.
Subtle: Blends into the environment.
Durable: Strong, tough material that is hard-wearing.

4.25mm Tile sand

Our Tile Sand is a strong, durable, and long-lasting material that is uniquely processed to the highest specifications for the of concrete roof tiles for Roof Tile West Rand. The concrete roof tiles are SABS approved. This Tile Sand can be used in any building construction as it is refined river sand with a high quantity of high quality of silica.  

Uses

Concrete walls and pillars: It is durable and able to carry live and dead loads.
Brick manufacturing: It responds well to cement in order to create high-end concrete bricks.
Tile manufacturing: It has the right amount of stone, sand, and silica to produce high quality, long-lasting roof tiles.
Pavers: The silica in our Tile Sand enables concrete pavers to harden aids in their durability. 

Benefits

Longevity: Products created from our Tile Sand have are long lasting due to the high-quality silica in it.  
Affordability: It is a cost-effective material.
High quality: Made up of high-quality materials including premium silica.
Versatile: It has numerous uses, including manufacturing tiles and bricks.

6.75mm River sand

River sand is a smooth, refined sand used in construction. It is primarily used to mix concrete to improve its workability and strength.

Uses

Brick laying: River sand is used to make concrete workable to lay bricks.
Lintel: A mixture of cement and river sand to make sturdy lintel.
Paving: Mixed with concrete, paving can then be placed on top of this mixture.
Concrete slabs: Helps the cement and water mixture become a paste and fill the voids in between the aggregates the cement and water mixture to become a paste to fill the spaces between the aggregates.
Screeding: Mixed with cement to smooth and level any floor before paving.

Benefits

Long lasting: Strong and durable giving it a long life.
Affordable: Cost effective building material.
Versatile: The crushed stone and stone dust have a naturally strong bond which can be strengthened when machine compacted.

6.75mm Crusher Run

Crusher Run is an extremely, tough, reliable, and long-lasting material. It is a mix of crushed stone and stone dust. It is used to help building materials to hold their place and form when applied, guaranteeing a sturdy and reliable base for surfacing or paving materials.

Uses

Road and driveway base: It serves a dual purpose of supporting the weight of the traffic on the paving above while keeping the soil beneath it intact.
Patio paver sub-base: It stabilizes the soil beneath it and prevents cracks in pavers.
Surfacing material: It can be used beneath any surfacing material to provide stability to the loose stones, helping create a smooth path.
Filler material: It can be used as a low-cost filler material.
Building pads: It can be applied before laying concrete to help it maintain its structural integrity, keeping the concrete in place and preventing cracks in floors.  

Benefits

Affordable: Does not discolour or get dirty.
Compact: Blends into the environment.
Bondable: The crushed stone and stone dust have a naturally strong bond which can be strengthened when machine compacted.
Durable: Is designed to stay in place and will only be eroded away by severe flooding.

700mm Silica

This silica is refined to size from quartz and is a specialty product that is used to improve the durability and structural integrity of construction projects.

Uses

Tile grout: When mixed with cement it is well suited to filling tile and provides resistance to moisture.
Tile adhesive: Provides the special properties of the tile adhesive in its capacity as a filler and additive.
Foundry sand: Used in producing iron and steel as it is a clean, uniformly sized, high quality silica sand.

Benefits

Versatile: Has a wide range of uses.
Dependable: High quality and uniformly sized.

Ready Mix

Made up of building sand and 19mm stone, this mix fills up the spaces in mixtures, strengthening the end product.

Uses

Bricks and blocks laying: Make cement capable of being used in laying rougher textured bricks.
Slabs: This is a heavy-duty material which makes it well-suited for slabs.
Foundations: This hard-wearing material gives the opportunity for a strong foundation.

Benefits

Long lasting: A sturdy and hard-wearing product that will last a long time.
Affordable: A cost effective construction material that offers longevity and strength.
Versatile: Can be used in a wide range of projects.

2mm Silica

Screened to size from quartz, our silica sand is used to improve durability and structural integrity of construction projects.

Uses

Pool filter: The fine grain size of the sand enables sand filters to remove a range of impurities from pools.
Max steel: Uses the silica sand in their steel manufacturing.
Harvey tiles: This product is used as a finish on the Harvey tiles.
Landscaping: Well suited for landscaping as it blends into the background and does not get dirty or discolour, making it the perfect decorative touch.

Benefits

Reliable: High quality and hard-wearing.
Versatile: Can be used in a wide range of projects.