Agglomeration, typically carried out via drum agglomerator, has become a pivotal technology in modern copper extraction, as the Solvent Extraction Electrowinning (SX-EW) process is increasingly employed for low-grade sulfide ores, tailings, and oxide ore bodies. As demand for copper grows and these low-grade sources become …
Updates in Mining The U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal The U.S. and Ukraine have agreed to establish a reconstruction and investment fund that grants the U.S. access to Ukraine’s critical mineral and natural resource reserves, according to a White House Fact Sheet. The deal affirms the nation’s …
In heap leaching operations, the selection of agglomerators plays a pivotal role in determining the efficiency and profitability of the process. While opting for low-cost agglomeration drums may seem a cost-effective decision initially, it’s essential to consider the long-term implications on operational performance and maintenance …
While the heap leaching process has proven to be an efficient and cost-effective approach to processing low-grade ore sources, efficiency and recovery can be further improved through the addition of an agglomeration drum. The following covers an introduction to heap leaching, and how agglomeration greatly …
In a significant move to enhance national security and economic resilience, the Trump administration has initiated a comprehensive strategy to bolster domestic production of critical minerals. This initiative not only aims to reduce reliance on foreign sources but also presents substantial growth prospects for mining …
Updates in Mining A Jump in Chile’s Lithium Resources New research shows that Chile is home to even more lithium than initially thought, Reuters reports. The nation’s lithium resources contain 28% more lithium, with significant increases in the La Isla and Aguilar salt flats. Previous …
Rotary kilns are widely used across industries that require precise, high-temperature heating of materials, such as mineral processing, chemical production, and waste management. Understanding the differences between direct and indirect-fired designs is critical for engineers seeking the right equipment for specific thermal processing requirements; while …
More than 30 million tonnes of potash are produced worldwide each year, making it an important mineral for a number of product manufacturers, as well as an integral component in fruitful crop production. However, potash’s widespread use does not mean it is always easy to …
Rotary dryers have a long history in many industries, but perhaps none more than in the fertilizer industry, where they are an essential component in processing minerals for fertilizers at mine sites, and for producing many of the fertilizer products on the market today. Rotary …
Updates in Mining U.S. Prioritizes Domestic Mining With Emergency Powers President Trump has called on cold war-era legislation to move the U.S. away from reliance on critical mineral imports, the BBC reports. The executive order calls on government agencies to prioritize domestic mining projects in …