ABM International is one of the leading companies in the mining industry when it comes to the exploitation and processing of calcium carbonate, which is carried out in state-of-the-art production facilities. At its production plant in Palić, ABM International is engaged in grinding industrial minerals sourced from its own mines and offers a wide range of products used in various industries, primarily in the paint, plastics, construction, animal feed, and agriculture industries. Our products, applied in different industrial sectors, provide resistance, pigment properties, strength, viscosity, mechanical characteristics, nutritional value, and more.
Our goal is to ensure secure employment for as many of our fellow citizens as possible through continuous development, while at the same time, by placing our products on international markets, contribute to the economic development of Subotica and the entire region.
Modern Limestone Processing in Our Facilities in Palić and Kučevo
The processing is carried out in state-of-the-art equipped facilities with continuous quality control to meet the demands of even the most demanding customers. The total area of the plant in Palić is approximately 20,000 m², of which more than 3,000 m² is covered. At full capacity, the processing plant can produce over 60,000 tons of micronized limestone annually. The total area of the plant in Kučevo is approximately 34,000 m², with more than 3,500 m² under roof. The facility includes an electrical substation as well as a railway track. The processing capacity of the Kučevo plant is approximately 200,000 tons per year.
Limestone is a sedimentary rock primarily composed of calcium carbonate with minor traces of other minerals, mostly magnesium. Most limestone formations are of biochemical origin, meaning they were formed through the accumulation of marine shells. Limestone can also be of chemical origin, as is the case with travertine. Due to its high calcium content, limestone is generally light in color, although many variations exist.
The limestone from our quarry has a high calcium carbonate content of over 98% and a high whiteness index compared to magnesium oxide (MgO). The total certified reserves exceed 23 million tons.
The excavation and processing of the stone take place in several stages:
- removal of overburden
- blasting – in blocks or loose, depending on the processing method, stone structure, depth, and hardness
- separation
- crushing
- transportation
- storage
- final processing
The quarry in Kučevo is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery for extraction and transport, such as the Brown Lenox jaw crusher, Hyundai 290 LC-7A excavator, Hyundai HL760 loaders, MAN tipper trucks, and other necessary equipment. The limestone from this quarry has a high calcium carbonate content of over 98% and a high whiteness index compared to magnesium oxide (MgO).
To ensure long-term success, we must minimize our impact on the environment and contribute to the quality of life in the local community. We are committed to achieving these goals in the long term and on an ongoing basis. Given the increasing number of sustainability challenges, we are focused on issues that are a priority for our business:
- natural resource management
- packaging and recycling
- employee health
- supplier engagement
- well-being of the local community
For each of these areas, we set clear goals, monitoring and measuring the progress achieved as rigorously as in all other aspects of our business, while striving to uphold the highest standards of conduct and integrity. ABM International aims to serve its clients through product quality and the flexibility to meet all the demands of its business partners. The company's dynamic leadership has built a strong bond of mutual understanding between management, employees, and clients through customized products manufactured by our company.