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Outotec FloatForce technology proves lower energy consumption (4/12/2008)

Outotec’s new rotor and stator design, FloatForce, extends the maximum air feed limit. As a result, the cell surface is steady in all situations and the pumping rate of the mechanism is only slightly affected by air. Because ...

Outotec discuss the structural difference between open and closed thickener feedwells (22/10/2008)

According to Ian Arbuthnot, Director-Special Projects, Outotec, one need not think that only by the next generation technology the processing of orebodies can be optimised. Arbuthnot outlines the importance of open feedwells ...

Outotec contracted to build mill for Kansanshi copper-gold mine

Outotec awarded contract to supply Kansanshi copper-gold mine with a low aspect SAG mill (10/10/2008)

In 2003, following a competitive tender, Outotec were awarded the contract to supply Kansanshi with a low aspect SAG mill. Not only did variations in ore type and throughput need to be considered in the mill design, but ...

Outotec focuses on issues influencing type of support structure for flotation cells (14/08/2008)

Outotec outline the issues that influence the type of support structure for flotation cells used and provide a guide to the merits and demerits of the two major techniques used for providing the support.

Outotec focuses on need for particle size analysis (13/08/2008)

Outotec explain the need for particle size analysis. Although many do not realise it, particle size in mineral processing plants is a major factor in many aspects of plant design and performance.

Outotec outline steps for developing optimum plant design (11/08/2008)

The purchase of individual minerals processing equipment should be a task that is reviewed with the complete plant design in mind. This article by Simon Courtenay of Outotec briefly looks at the important steps in developing ...

Vane feedwell for thickeners from Outotec (16/07/2008)

Outotec, through its sponsorship of the AMIRA P266E ‘Improving Thickener Technology’ project, engaged CSIRO’s Computational Fluid Dynamic modellers to verify and improve the design of the vane feedwell.

TankCell Provides Optimal Recovery for Macraes (12/06/2008)

TankCells from Outotec is expected to increase the sulphide recovery from the Outotec Flash Flotation Cell of Macreas. Several processes are involved in achieving the project aims.

Outotec's global focus on key service areas (10/06/2008)

Outotec’s Australian Service Centre – which is part of an integrated network of more than 10 similar Outotec centres operating globally - is focused on key service areas such as process audits and optimisation, preventative ...

Outotec’s TankCell enhances functioning of Macraes (4/06/2008)

An increase in recovery of sulphides could be expected with the use of TankCells.

High rate thickener available from Outotec (27/05/2008)

A thickening technology is currently being designed by Outotec for First Quantum Minerals’ Kolwezi US$550 million-plus project in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Audit and optimisation services for plant efficiencies

Audit and optimisation services available from Outotec (2/04/2008)

To provide an independent and authoritative review of plant efficiencies, Outotec’s Australian Service Centre applies its minerals processing expertise and equipment knowledge to provide an audit and optimisation service ...

Outotec outlines key issues on supporting flotation cells (5/03/2008)

Outotec has outlined the key issues that influence the type of support structure used and provide a guide to the pros and cons of the two major techniques.

Eric Hooimeyer’s inputs on web designs from Outotec (21/01/2008)

Eric Hooimeyer, the engineering manager of the minerals processing technologies for Outotec offers inputs on the evolution of CAD and engineering tools.

Outotec on designing an efficient, timely spare parts programme (10/01/2008)

When it comes to spare parts two things come to mind: the first one being is the site holding adequate stock levels, the second are they using genuine OEM spares.

Outotec outlines importance of particle size analysis (6/12/2007)

Particle size has to be monitored so it can be controlled. Some of the ways to monitor size is via manual sampling, sample preparation and analysis using sieves or more modern instruments.

Outotec expands its Australian service centre (25/10/2007)

A global leader in minerals and metals processing technology, Outotec, is further expanding its Australian service centre to provide good skills to enhance the efficiency of its customers’ plants.

Flotation cells and thickeners available from Outotec (16/10/2007)

The global Outotec group, borne out of the former Outokumpu Technology organisation, has a sharp focus on green technology, continuous innovation and getting more out of ore.

Outotec outlines approach to a good plant design (9/10/2007)

The purchase of individual minerals processing equipment should be a task that is reviewed with the complete plant design in mind.

Outotec and Teck Cominco conduct a test campaign (3/09/2007)

Outotec (formerly Outokumpu Technology), working closely with Teck Cominco, developed a test campaign to determine the perfect thickening solution for three critical thickening stages in the Pogo flowsheet and to confirm ...

Supaflo paste and concentrate thickeners from Outotec (18/07/2007)

A pair of Supaflo paste and high rate concentrate thickeners designed for rapid installation, are being delivered by Outotec, formerly Outokumpu Technology, to Allegiance Mining’s new $77 million Avebury nickel project in ...

Outokumpu Technology changes its name to Outotec (4/07/2007)

Outotec will be providing the same products and services which Outokumpu Technology has based its reputation on in the industry (including grinding, flotation, paste thickening and automation technologies, with its leading ...

New advanced flotation technology from Outotec (24/04/2007)

Further innovations of some of the advanced flotation technologies have been on display to mining industry engineers in Perth by Outotec, formerly known as Outokumpu Technology.

Outokumpu Technology’s TPLTM for elimination of material transport problems (14/03/2007)

Outokumpu Technology’s new design, TPLTM is a result of these material transport problems. As the internal design of the TPLTM approximates a grate, peripheral discharge or a grate, open-ended discharge, it keeps the slurry/pebbles ...

Outokumpu on the issues of project management (2/03/2007)

According to Outokumpu, project management in the minerals processing industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past 15-20 years.

Project management (2/03/2007)

Project management in the minerals processing industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past 15 – 20 years. This used to be the domain of engineering oriented professionals drawn from a multiplicity of ...

Outokumpu Technology delivers TankCell-300 flotation cells to Oceanagold’s Macraes (5/02/2007)

Outokumpu Technology has delivered three TankCell-300 flotation cells to Oceanagold’s Macraes operation in New Zealand.

Outokumpu to supply thickening circuit for Boddington Gold Mine Expansion Project (16/01/2007)

Outokumpu Technology has been awarded a further contract for the Boddington Gold Mine Expansion Project, with the company now supplying the complete thickening circuit at the future mine.

Sustaining knowledge capture (14/12/2006)

We see it every day and in every part of our lives, the importance of working with good people.

New service manager for Outokumpu Technology’s Minerals Processing division (14/11/2006)

With more than 20 years mining and heavy construction experience, Peter de Groot has been appointed Service Manager for Outokumpu Technology’s Minerals Processing division in Australia

Key elements and the potential steps in a thickener audit/optimisation programme (2/11/2006)

Nowadays, with the commodities boom still hurtling along at breakneck speed, knowing your minerals processing plant is operating at its fullest potential is not just a nice to have option, it is a business necessity. This ...

Outokumpu Technology’s plant optimises water recoveries at BHP BiIliton (19/10/2006)

A turnkey fresh water recovery plant has been installed by Outokumpu Technology to optimise environmental benefits at BHP BiIliton’s Finucane Island facilities at Port Hedland in Western Australia.

The Perilya lead, zinc, and silver mine at Broken Hill.

Turnkey on-stream slurry analysis system (31/08/2006)

ONE of the world's most advanced on-stream slurry analysers is to be installed by Outokumpu Technology at Perilya Ltd's Broken Hill lead, zinc, and silver mine.

Outokumpu Technology wins FQM order in the DRC (24/08/2006)

Outokumpu Technology has won yet another major order for First Quantum Minerals’ (FQM) Frontier copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), this time for advanced high rate thickening and high-efficiency ...

Global leader in mineral and metal processing (20/06/2006)

WHEN Outokumpu Technology set up its Australian Service Centre just four years ago, a global resource boom wasn't even on the radar. But with the centre trebling in size by 2006, the company is now well placed to provide ...

Turnkey thickener conversion offers cost efficiencies at Saraji coal mine (29/05/2006)

A turnkey conversion project at Australia's Saraji coal mine will see the latest high rate Outokumpu SUPAFLO thickening technology installed in existing equipment for less than the third of the cost of a new unit.

Outokumpu Technology appoints new minerals processing manager (22/05/2006)

A chemical engineer with extensive experience in liquid-solid separation, Brandt Henriksson, has been appointed as Manager, Thickeners, for Outokumpu Technology in Australia. The role is of key importance for the company, ...

Leinster spotlights value of preventive maintenance (22/05/2006)

BHP Billiton's Nickel West Leinster operation is a key part of one of the world's leading nickel producers and therefore they pay special attention to maximising uptime by anticipating maintenance issues that might otherwise ...

After sales service - the way of the future (18/05/2006)

THE current shortage of skilled labour is challenging all of the stakeholders in the mining and metals industry to improve business practices. We are all feeling the short-term effects of the excess demand for skilled labour ...

Outokumpu’s grinding team recently completed work at Kansanshi mine.

Worldwide grinding success for Outokumpu Technology (17/05/2006)

OUTOKUMPU Technology has had a worldwide string of grinding successes worth more than $A30 million including another major order from First Quantum Minerals. This string of recent grinding orders follow other major international ...

New Engineering Manager brings wealth of experience (17/05/2006)

OUTOKUMPU Technology has appointed a new Engineering Manager, Eric Hooimeyer. He is an engineer with more than 20 years mining and heavy industry experience. Mr Hooimeyer (B Eng Hons - Structural) will be responsible for ...

Cadia Valley: spares nothing for golden performance (7/04/2006)

With the price of gold at historically high prices, gold producers are sharply focused on maintaining maximum production.

Taking flotation cell control to next level (5/09/2005)

The difficulty in controlling minerals processing plants is a product of constantly changing feed characteristics, stringent product quality and maximising recovery.

Will the nickel boom never bust? (18/08/2005)

Since late 2001 nickel prices have been on a dizzying upward trend, peaking at US$17,770/t in early 2004, and most analysts expect prices to remain high and volatile for at least another 12 months.

Australia's largest-ever thickener order (7/12/2004)

Outokumpu Technology has been awarded Australia's largest-ever thickener order with its contract to design, supply and install thickeners for the $1.4 billion Ravensthorpe Nickel Project.

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