Process Chemistry Support

Data Before Claims. Trials Before Rollout.

Structured testing to validate chemistry, plant trials before plant rollout

The LOCUS ADVANTAGE

Demonstrated performance improvements under defined KPIs

Reduced operational risk through structured validation

Clear documentation supporting technical decision-making

Process chemistry support enables Locus Mining to support metallurgical teams with structured testing programs designed to evaluate chemistry performance under real operating conditions. This approach delivers measurable data on recovery, selectivity, and process behavior, helping teams reduce risk and make confident decisions before full-scale implementation.

The Challenge

Why chemistry changes carry operational risk

Evaluating new reagent chemistry carries real operational risk. Metallurgical teams must balance performance potential with plant stability:

  • High accountability for reagent changes
  • Limited tolerance for process disruption
  • Results must be repeatable and defensible
  • KPIs differ by ore body, circuit, and operating conditions

A structured path from lab testing to plant trials

Locus Mining follows a structured evaluation process designed to deliver measurable results while minimizing operational risk. This approach is ideal for metallurgy teams exploring alternative chemistries, operations seeking performance gains without circuit changes, and programs where risk mitigation is as important as potential upside.

1

Constraint identification

Define the circuit constraint and relevant KPIs

2

Laboratory testing

Controlled flotation testing evaluating recovery, selectivity, and froth behavior

3

Pilot or extended testing

Expanded evaluation under realistic operating conditions

4

Plant trial design

Structured field trials designed to minimize operational disruption

5

Performance review

Documented results aligned to plant KPIs

Measured improvements using biosurfactants

  • Demonstrated performance improvements under defined KPIs
  • Reduced operational risk through structured validation
  • Clear documentation supporting technical decision-making
  • Results validated through lab and plant trials
A disciplined approach for metallurgical teams that improves recovery, selectivity, and water recovery with drop-in compatibility

Ready to evaluate in your circuit?

Design structured trials with our team to measure recovery, selectivity, and water recovery—without disrupting your plant.