Nickel
Capabilities
Mining and mineral processing
With a widespread international footprint and extensive experience, the mining and mineral processing sector can confidently rely on our expert geo-scientist consultation and support. Our platforms offer reliable methodologies and resources that enhance operational efficiency, paving the way for groundbreaking opportunities and accelerated industry growth.
Pyrometallurgy
We help our clients with everything related to the pyrometallurgical processing of nickel—both sulfides and laterites. Our experience covers the entire smelting process, from receiving and preparing raw materials to tapping and casting metal and slag from the furnaces...and all the systems in between.
Hydrometallurgy
Our team of hydrometallurgy experts adeptly utilize cutting-edge technologies in nickel facilities. Proficient in various leaching methods and a wide array of purification techniques, we excel in processing and recovering nickel products. When it comes to metallurgy solutions, we can assess and suggest sulfate, ammoniacal, chloride, or nitrate-based options.
Operational Performance
The convergence of core operational enhancements with exceptional project execution yields integrated and adaptable solutions. This synergy leads to the attainment of critical business objectives and a significant enhancement in operational efficiency. Our outcome-driven strategy encompasses the entirety of the business process, from inception to conclusion.
Industry challenges
Nickel plants represent some of the most intricate metallurgical facilities globally. The design, construction, and operation of these substantial operations pose numerous challenges and hurdles for companies. Executives and shareholders, who meticulously assess every capital investment, anticipate a profitable outcome, underscoring the critical need for these facilities to realize their full potential.
The processing of nickel encompasses a diverse range of technologies, spanning from concentration methods to pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processes. Furthermore, the selection of processing routes introduces an additional layer of complexity to the decision-making process. Regardless of the chosen approach or encountered challenges, the paramount objective in the nickel industry remains maximizing output while minimizing costs to ensure sustainability and success.