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China's slurry electrolysis: Leading a new era of efficient metal refining
Against the backdrop of the continued growth of global resource demand and the increasing environmental pressure, China's mining technology field has ushered in a breakthrough - the new generation of slurry electrolysis technology (Slurry Electrolysis Technology) is reshaping the non-ferrous metal refining industry with its core advantages of high efficiency, environmental protection and low cost. As a pioneer in this field, Anyutian not only masters core technology patents, but also provides full-process support from laboratory research and development to industrial production for global mining companies with a "one-stop solution + customized equipment" model, helping the industry move towards a new era of green intelligence.
1. Technological innovation: the four core advantages of slurry electrolysis technology
Ultra-efficient resource recovery rate
Due to the limitations of high-temperature reaction conditions, the metal recovery rate of traditional pyrometallurgical processes is usually less than 85%, and slag accumulation is prone to occur. Slurry electrolysis technology achieves directional deposition of metal ions at room temperature and pressure through electrochemical direct reduction, with a recovery rate exceeding 98%. Taking copper mines as an example, Anyutian technology can increase the comprehensive recovery rate of associated precious metals such as gold and silver to more than 95%, significantly improving the value of resource utilization.
Zero-emission environmentally friendly closed loop
Traditional hydrometallurgy requires a large amount of acidic/alkaline reagents, and the cost of waste liquid treatment accounts for more than 30% of the total operating cost. Anyutian slurry electrolysis system adopts self-developed ion membrane separation technology to achieve 99% recycling of waste liquid and 99.9% removal rate of heavy metal ions, completely solving the problem of ammonia nitrogen pollution. The measured data of a large copper mine project showed that the discharge of wastewater per ton of mine was reduced from 8 tons in traditional processes to 0.3 tons, which meets the EU REACH environmental protection standards.
Raw material adaptability revolution
This technology breaks through the dependence of traditional processes on ore grade and can process complex multi-metal ores with a grade as low as 0.2%. In a lead-zinc mine project in Yunnan, Anyutian equipment successfully recovered zinc metal from tailings that were regarded as waste by traditional processes, with an annual added output value of more than 200 million yuan. This ability to "turn waste into treasure" opens up a new path for the development of 15 billion tons of low-grade mineral resources worldwide.
Intelligent cost reduction and efficiency improvement
Anyutian's fourth-generation intelligent electrolysis system integrates AI process control. By real-time monitoring of 200+ parameters such as slurry particle size and current density, it automatically adjusts the electrolysis conditions, reducing energy consumption to 2800kWh/ton of metal (industry average 3500kWh), and reducing the need for manual intervention by 80%. After application in a certain African cobalt mine project, the production cost per ton dropped by 42%, and the investment payback period was shortened to 18 months.
2. Anyutian's full industrial chain solution: seamless connection from technology to implementation
As one of the very few companies in the world that has achieved commercialization of slurry electrolysis technology, Anyutian has built a complete ecosystem of "technology authorization + equipment supply + engineering service + operation support":
From early ore sample analysis and process design to mid-term equipment installation and commissioning, personnel training, and later consumables supply and technology upgrades, Anyutian provides high-quality quality assurance commitments.
Conclusion
In the gap between resource constraints and environmental protection requirements, Anyutian is leveraging the transformation and upgrading of the entire mining industry with slurry electrolysis technology as a fulcrum. From lead and zinc mines in southwest China to cobalt mines in Africa, this solution that combines hard-core technology and industrial aesthetics is writing a new paradigm for green development in the global mining industry. Choosing Anyutian is choosing a passport to the future - to maximize the value of every ton of ore and to make every electrolysis a footnote to the sustainable development of the earth.
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