Mines Agglomeration Technologies (MAT)
Mining operations generate vast amounts of ultra-fine waste, commonly referred to as tailings and by-products, which pose environmental and operational challenges. These fines, often discarded due to their small particle size, can represent up to 50% of a mine’s ore reserve, leading to significant resource loss. Traditional agglomeration methods, such as sintering and pelletising, face limitations in handling ultra-fines, requiring more effective solutions.
GTG’s agglomeration technology provides a high-capacity solution to this issue. Using an advanced extrusion process, it can efficiently process over 1,000 tons per day, transforming fines into a durable, compacted form suitable for metallurgical applications. The system integrates a water-based binder with excellent performance characteristics.
By applying this technology, mining operations can reduce waste, improve resource efficiency, and minimize environmental impact, ultimately supporting a transition toward more sustainable mining practices.
Process Efficiency
Traditional agglomeration methods typically have a relatively low throughput, processing only 50 to 100 tons per day, which limits their scalability and efficiency.
In contrast, the GTG Fines Agglomeration solution has demonstrated exceptional performance, with a single unit capable of processing over 1,000 tons per day.
This significant increase in capacity makes it a highly efficient and scalable solution for handling ultra-fine mining by-products.
Compaction
(Tumble Test)
A tumble test is used to evaluate the durability and stability of materials by simulating the mechanical stress they may encounter during handling, transport, or storage. The test measures how well materials, such as agglomerates or pellets, hold together under stress and whether they break down into smaller particles.
The GTG Fines Agglomeration solution has demonstrated excellent results in tumble tests, well exceeding the minimum requirements for both transport and processing. This means the agglomerated materials produced by GTG's technology are highly durable, ensuring their integrity throughout the entire supply chain and processing stages.
Introducing GTG Mine
Agglomeration Technologies
These groundbreaking technologies are designed to help mining operations not only meet
environmental legislation requirements but also bring significant efficiencies to the mining process.
By reducing waste, improving resource utilization, and minimizing environmental impact, they enable mines to operate more sustainably while enhancing productivity.
These innovations represent a major step forward, offering both compliance with regulatory standards and substantial operational benefits.
