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    U.S. Silica Holdings

    NYSE: SLCA

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    Oilfield Services · Frac Sand & Minerals

    U.S. Silica Holdings

    SLCA

    U.S. Silica is a leading producer of commercial silica and frac sand used in oil and gas hydraulic fracturing and industrial applications.

    Founded
    1900
    Employees
    3,600
    Revenue
    $1.7B
    HQ
    Katy, TX (Houston Metro)
    Frac SandCommercial SilicaHydraulic Fracturing ProppantsIndustrial Minerals

    U.S. Silica Holdings is a global performance materials company and one of the largest producers of commercial silica in the United States. Headquartered in the Houston metro area in Katy, Texas, the company serves two primary markets: oil and gas proppants (frac sand) for hydraulic fracturing and industrial & specialty products for glass, building products, and filtration applications. U.S. Silica operates a nationwide logistics network optimized for efficient delivery of its heavy bulk products to wellsites and industrial customers.

    Headquarters

    Katy, TX (Houston Metro)

    Founded

    1900

    Employees

    3,600

    Revenue

    $1.7B

    CEO

    Bryan Shinn

    Website

    ussilica.com

    History of U.S. Silica Holdings

    U.S. Silica's history dates to 1900 when the company began mining silica sand in West Virginia. Over more than a century, the company has grown from a single quarry operation into a diversified industrial minerals company. U.S. Silica went public in 2012, timing its IPO with the explosive growth in hydraulic fracturing demand. The company relocated its headquarters to the Houston metro area to be closer to its energy customers and has since expanded into value-added industrial products through strategic acquisitions.

    Operations & Business Segments

    U.S. Silica operates 26 mining and processing facilities across the United States. The company's oil and gas segment provides whole grain and coated frac sand to E&P operators for hydraulic fracturing. Its industrial segment produces commercial silica for glass manufacturing, building products, fillers, and water filtration. U.S. Silica also operates SandBox, a last-mile logistics solution that provides containerized delivery systems for frac sand at wellsites.

    Headquarters Location

    Katy, TX (Houston Metro)

    Key Specialties & Capabilities

    Frac SandCommercial SilicaHydraulic Fracturing ProppantsIndustrial MineralsLast-Mile LogisticsSandBox Delivery

    Frequently Asked Questions About U.S. Silica Holdings

    What does U.S. Silica do?▾
    U.S. Silica produces commercial silica and frac sand for oil and gas hydraulic fracturing and industrial applications like glass and building products.
    Where is U.S. Silica headquartered?▾
    U.S. Silica is headquartered in Katy, Texas, in the Houston metropolitan area.
    What is SandBox?▾
    SandBox is U.S. Silica's last-mile logistics system that provides containerized frac sand delivery directly to wellsites, improving efficiency and reducing dust.
    What does U.S. Silica Holdings do in Houston?▾
    U.S. Silica Holdings is a oilfield services company based in Katy, TX (Houston Metro). U.S. Silica is a leading producer of commercial silica and frac sand used in oil and gas hydraulic fracturing and industrial applications.
    Where is U.S. Silica Holdings headquartered?▾
    U.S. Silica Holdings is headquartered in Katy, TX (Houston Metro), founded in 1900. The company operates in Houston's energy corridor as part of the oilfield services sector.

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