Obtaining lithium for use in advanced batteries has never been more critical. As resource scarcity, mineral distribution, and growing geopolitical tensions are putting increasing pressure on nations to build a secure, reliable supply chain of critical minerals to meet rising demand, the United States government …
Pugmill mixers are widely used in the sulfuric acid (sulfation) process that extracts lithium from spodumene ore. As demand for lithium continues to mount, pugmill mixers are a pivotal tool in bringing lithium from spodumene sources to market, making a measurable difference in consistency, safety, …
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 …
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 …
Canada is rapidly emerging as a key player in the global lithium market, with two spodumene operations currently in production and a growing pipeline of projects in development.ย Supported by favorable geology, government policy, and proximity to North American battery manufacturing, the country is positioning …
The electric vehicle (EV) market is picking up, and at a rapid pace, with major auto producers making substantial commitments to electrified transport. With the US accounting for just a near-2% of global lithium production, many industry experts say the nation must tap into its …
As a key supplier of lithium processing equipment, weโve been monitoring the EV market closely. And if there was any uncertainty surrounding the EV market remaining, it has fallen to the wayside now, as countless manufacturers and entire nations make ever-larger commitments to electrified transportation. …
In the complex production required to transform spodumene concentrate into lithium compounds such as lithium carbonate or lithium hydroxide, calcination plays a key role in not one, but two parts of the process, making it an essential technique in efforts to exploit this increasingly important …
Each week on our home page, we feature three articles that are highly relevant under the current market circumstances. This week, weโre highlighting: Coke Drying in the Steel Industry Coke Drying in the Steel Industry provides an overview on the critical role drying plays in …
The electric vehicle and battery markets are calling for unprecedented amounts of lithium; in 2016, demand for the lightweight metal rose by 26%, and is predicted to climb an additional 39% in 2018. By 2025, experts anticipate demand is likely to increase by a staggering …