Elemental and Thermogravimetric Analysis in Gold Processing

The ELTRA Elementrac CS-I and TGA Thermostep ML are well-known instruments used for measuring carbon, sulfur, and thermogravimetric properties, and they can play a vital role in optimizing gold recovery during the processing stages. Here’s how these instruments are typically utilized: ELTRA Elementrac CS-I: TGA Thermostep ML: By employing the ELTRA Elementrac CS-I and TGA Thermostep ML instruments during gold…

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Sovereign bags bulk sample program at Kasiya

Australian-based, African-focused developer Sovereign Metals has commenced a bulk sample program at its Kasiya graphite site in Malawi. The program will take an initial four tonnes of flake graphite pre-concentrate produced at the company’s laboratory ready for dispatch to the SGS Lakefield, where laboratory upgrades are now under way to enable continuous production of bulk sample going forward.  “Initial characterisation…

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Dundee takes step toward electrifying its mines

In its recently released 2022 Sustainability Report, Dundee Precious Metals highlighted a pilot project, in partnership with Sandvik, at its Chelopech and Ada Tepe mines in Bulgaria that will pave the way for the electrification of its mines. The Canadian-based gold miner purchased three electrified heavy-duty Sandvik vehicles – a Solo drill, a loader, and a truck – for the…

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Las Conchitas receives go-ahead on processing

Mako Mining has received approval to begin processing material from Las Conchitas, located south of the company’s San Albino gold mine in Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua. The approval allows Mako to confirm metallurgical test results at a commercial scale while awaiting for full mining permits by the end of the year. Material will be extracted from six areas of interest –…

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Dräger releases portable personal gas detector

Dräger has released the X-am 5800, which provides measurement options for several gases and can transfer data directly via Bluetooth.  The portable multi-gas detector simultaneously measures up to six gases, depending on the sensors installed. It represents a new addition to the Dräger X-am series, which already includes the X-am 2800.  The newly developed Catalytic Ex-Sensor (CatEx SR) is robust…

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Metso rolls out RotarEkiln

Metso has optimized its existing rotary kiln technology and is launching RotarEkiln, an electrically powered, indirectly heated rotary kiln. The electric heating system of the RotarEkiln provides a sustainable alternative to the fuel-powered indirect rotary kilns available in the market. The RotarEkiln is comprised of modular heating sections, which offers superior temperature control over fuel-fired designs. It is fully customizable…

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