Lead & Zinc
Capabilities
Designing and Developing Processes
Today's producers of lead, zinc necessitate established methodologies for establishing durable industrial facilities promptly, within budget, and with exemplary safety standards. They seek collaborators who excel in the multifaceted realm of metallurgy.
In instances where vendor competencies are constrained, bespoke processing equipment becomes indispensable. Such equipment encompasses tailored configurations of autoclaves, flash and electric furnaces, fluidized bed reactors, gas-handling systems, and material-handling systems. Our robust foundation in process engineering stands as a pivotal advantage in this competitive landscape.
Pyrometallurgy
Smelting operations are encountering heightened requirements for enhanced process efficiency, cost efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Our pyrometallurgy team is proficient in managing projects, whether they are new ventures or involve the development and enhancement of existing facilities, guiding them from the initial concept phase to construction, commencement, and the subsequent capacity escalation phase.
Hydrometallurgy
Successful hydrometallurgy relies on the expertise in designing, constructing, and operating contemporary hydrometallurgical facilities. Each facility is meticulously crafted to align with the best-suited and cost-efficient process technology at every stage of the flow sheet. Clients entrust us to assist in formulating intricate and innovative flow sheets.
Industry challenges
Challenges in Lead & Zinc Industry
The market demands a consistent supply of various metals, posing a challenge in meeting this demand amidst declining resource quality, increasingly complex mineral compositions, and the integration of non-sulfide and recycled feed components.
The mining industry is witnessing the emergence of evolving technologies to extract and concentrate intricate and impure feed materials. However, these advancements introduce technical hurdles, such as managing high silica and halogen content in the feed, extracting valuable secondary elements, and complying with stringent plant hygiene and environmental regulations.
In alignment with global business practices, mining and processing facilities strive to optimize financial performance throughout the project lifecycle while upholding rigorous safety and environmental standards at every phase. This involves conducting thorough property assessments for lead and zinc, executing feasibility studies for efficient resource allocation, and enhancing mining and mineral processing infrastructure. The key to maximizing profitability involves precise project management, cost-effectiveness, adherence to timelines, and continuous risk identification and mitigation during project development.