The overall cost of transportation can often play a significant role in the delivered pricing of our products. By remaining aware of this, STI continually focuses significant resources to help our customers reduce this portion of their cost. An example is the geographic location of our production facilities and terminals, providing effective cost delivery options.

This same network of plants and terminals provides redundancy which minimizes the potential risk of inventory shortages. This is critical when responding to the emergency demands of our customers. Through years of hard work, expansion and acquisition, STI is positioned as an industry leader in low-cost production and distribution of calcium carbonate and talc products.

Another aspect of our delivery logistics is ensuring safe handling and transportation of the products that we produce. This includes coordinating the correct equipment with the particular product being shipped while also assisting customers with an understanding of effective storage and handling options. At the same time, STI is always seeking new shipment and packaging alternatives that will provide savings to our customers.

Dedicated STI employees are prepared to identify and resolve supply challenges. This is supported by a corporate willingness to make appropriate capital commitments to address delivery issues. These factors contribute to STI's success in becoming an industry leader and a preferred source of supply.