Processing of ore and minerals

Flottweg decanters are virtuosos in the mining industry – above all when it comes to processing ore and minerals. Our separation technology solutions can be used in almost all extractive processes of minerals, raw materials and ores. For more than 60 years, we have supported our customers to increase their profits and optimise their procedures with clever solutions.

Decanter in ore processing

Ore processing is a varied operation, and represents an important and growing technology. Ore processing is highly important, particularly in the production of precious metals and non-precious metals. This process uses decanters in various mining applications:

• Gold and silver
• Lead and zinc
• Nickel and copper
• Platinum
• Lanthanoids

Decanter in mineral processing

The decanter plays a central role in processing minerals for the following applications:

• Kaolin
• Calcium carbonate
• Titanium dioxide
• Barite
• Zinc sulphate
• Aluminium hydroxide

There are numerous possible applications and processing methods for minerals: from the ceramics industry through to cosmetics for the paint industry – from straightforward mechanical processing through to use in chemical processes – everything is possible. This is why use of a decanter is particularly suitable.

Flottweg decanter – especially for the mining industry

The core of all mining processes is the Flottweg decanter developed for them. It is the optimum solution for processing minerals and ore, and has innumerable possible applications. Our engineers have continuously developed the centrifuge and adapted it perfectly to meet the requirements of mining – for example through magnificent wear protection.

Your advantages from using Flottweg separation technology in mining

• Straightforward processing of large product quantities increases the effectiveness of production
• Resistance against wear and corrosion reduces maintenance costs
• Continuous and fully automatic operation reduces personnel costs
• A closed design prevents emissions and protects the environment
• Long service life and service intervals, combined with very short repair times, reduce the costs of upkeep
• High quality and purity of the end product lead to a rapid return on investment
• Energy saving – also during further processing of the solid

Flottweg – your partner in mining and for processing of ore and minerals

Every process is different. There are many different factors which influence the processing of minerals and ore, and all have a decisive influence on success. We support our customers throughout the process sequence, and offer you special technical knowledge in the mining area. Our worldwide network guarantees you the best service and individual support:

• Laboratory samples – discover new potential
• Process analysis – optimise your performance with our separation technology solutions
• Individual project planning – we adapt the machines according to your requirements and conditions
• Specialists – benefit from our specialist knowledge and decades of experience
• Maximum quality and safety – Made in Germany