Updates in Mining A Critical Minerals Stockpile (Project Vault) In partnership with the White House, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) announced the launch of Project Vault, a $12 billion public-private initiative establishing the U.S. Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve to strengthen domestic supply …
Agglomeration is emerging as a valuable complement to flotation in modern spodumene processing operations. As lithium demand drives the development of lower-grade and more complex deposits, the finer concentrate produced from flotation streams can challenge downstream calcination. The conversion of ฮฑ-spodumene to ฮฒ-spodumene requires consistent …
As the mining industry continues to develop critical mineral resources, a new lithium extraction technique could be key to feeding the insatiable demand for the lightweight metal, while minimizing environmental impact. Direct lithium extraction (DLE), though still limited in commercial use, is emerging as a …
Research and development work around carbon capture has been on the rise, particularly when it comes to sorbents – the materials tasked with extracting CO2 in a range of advancing carbon capture applications. As companies work to scale this decarbonization technology, facilities such as the …
Updates in Mining S&P Global Warns of Copper Deficit A new report from S&P Global finds that global demand for copper will increase 50% by 2040, driven by several factors, including the energy transition, economic demand, artificial intelligence (AI), and defense modernization. Without substantial investment, …
Bucket elevators are used throughout a variety of industries to transport bulk solids to varying heights while requiring only a minimal footprint. They have become a necessity at mineral processing facilities, fertilizer plants, recycling operations, and more. The flexibility and diverse capabilities of the bucket …
While countless hours go into developing a process, engineering the right equipment, and selecting the best vendors, one often-overlooked but critical aspect of a successful production line is the recycle loop, particularly when it comes to processing bulk solids. A bulk solids plant is not …
Conditioning is a term used frequently in the field of bulk solids processing to describe a wide range of material treatments, be it for a raw material, a byproduct, or a finished product. Conditioning is an important component in the processing of bulk solids, allowing …
Rotary dryers play an increasingly important role as lithium producers work to meet rising demand for electric vehicles, energy storage, and electronics, pushing operations beyond simple extraction into the production of tightly specified, battery-grade chemicals. Across brine, hard-rock, and emerging clay projects, drying remains a …
Updates in Mining From Acid Mine Draining to Drinking Water Researchers at Heriot-Watt and the University of South Africa have successfully converted acid mine draining into drinking water, according to research presented at the International Mine Water Association (AMWA 2025) conference. Phys.org reports that in …