Minerals & Metals
Comprehensive consulting for mining, mineral processing, and metals production operations.
Industry Overview
The minerals and metals industry requires robust engineering solutions for resource extraction, mineral processing, smelting, and refining operations. We provide specialized consulting services across the mining value chain, from exploration and mine development through processing and metal production. Our expertise helps clients optimize recovery, reduce environmental impact, and manage complex capital projects in challenging environments.
Sectors We Serve
Mining Operations
Open pit and underground mining, mine planning, extraction methods, and mine infrastructure development.
Mineral Processing
Crushing, grinding, flotation, leaching, and separation processes for concentrating valuable minerals.
Smelting & Refining
Pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processing, electrolysis, and metal purification operations.
Tailings & Environmental
Tailings management, water treatment, mine closure, and environmental remediation solutions.
Our Services for Minerals & Metals
Mining feasibility studies and resource assessment
Process plant design and optimization
Metallurgical testing and process development
Mine planning and production optimization
Environmental impact assessment and permitting
Tailings storage facility design and management
Technical Expertise
Comminution and grinding circuit design
Flotation and gravity separation
Heap leaching and tank leaching processes
Smelter and refinery process engineering
Materials handling and transport systems
Process water management and recycling
Acid mine drainage prevention and treatment
Mine closure planning and rehabilitation
Industry Challenges We Address
Declining Ore Grades
As high-grade ore bodies deplete, mining operations must process larger volumes of lower-grade material, requiring efficient processing and cost management.
Environmental and Social License
Mining projects face increasing scrutiny on environmental impacts, water use, tailings management, and community relations requiring proactive management.
Remote Locations
Many mineral deposits are in remote, harsh environments requiring robust infrastructure, logistics support, and workforce management solutions.
Price Volatility
Commodity price cycles create uncertainty for capital investment, requiring flexible operations and strong cost discipline.
Our Minerals & Metals Track Record
Featured Projects
Copper Concentrator Expansion
Success StoryManaged feasibility study and engineering for expansion of copper concentrator from 30,000 to 60,000 tpd throughput.
Results Achieved:
$600M project approved, 22% IRR achieved, copper recovery increased from 88% to 92%, water recycling rate 85%.
Gold Processing Plant Optimization
Success StoryConducted process optimization study and implemented improvements for gold CIL processing plant with declining ore grades.
Results Achieved:
Gold recovery increased from 89% to 94%, processing costs reduced by 15%, extended mine life by 5 years.
Lithium Refinery Development
Success StoryLed technical evaluation and process design for lithium hydroxide refinery supporting battery supply chain.
Results Achieved:
30,000 tpa lithium hydroxide capacity, battery-grade purity achieved (>99.5%), secured long-term offtake agreements.
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