Use of High Pulsed Powers (HPP) in improving ore concentration processes
Strategic Area
Mining – Technology and Innovation
Energy Efficiency
Status
Active
Partners
Quebec Regions
Ministry of Economy and Innovation
SELFRAG AG
Université de Sherbrooke
Fund
Clean Growth Program
Year
2018
CGP Contribution
$ 442,600
Project Total
$ 1,533,500
Location
QC
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Centre Technologique des Résidus Industriels (available in French only)
Lead Proponent
Centre Technologique des Résidus Industriels
Project Objectives
The objective of this project is to develop Canadian expertise in the use of a new fragmentation and grinding technology based on the use of high pulsed power (HPP), and to assess the effectiveness of this technology on mineral ores, refractory gold and ores containing low contents of strategic metals such as lithium.
The pilot-scale project will determine the efficiency and economic viability of this technology and provide the mining sector an alternative to conventional crushing and grinding circuits. Specifically, this project aims to study the potential of using HPP technology in improving the energy efficiency of the comminution stage (comminution is the reduction of solid materials from one average particle size to a smaller average particle size, by crushing, grinding, cutting, vibrating, or other processes), as well as improving the recovery rates of refractory gold and lithium.
Expected Results
This novel process could significantly reduce GHG emissions, and reduce energy use by up to 20 percent in subsequent grinding steps.
Technology, already proven for comminution of other materials, will be adapted for comminution of low grade minerals. By allowing for treatment of larger feedstock and reduced energy costs, the technology will improve the economics of mining operations.
If successful, this will lead to the creation of a swiss-Canadian subsidiary dedicated to development of HPP.
Anticipated Environmental Benefits: Improved energy efficiency, reduced GHG emissions.
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