Grupo México - Pb–Cu Tank Flotation Cells

Client

Grupo México

Location

Charcas Mining Unit, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

Scope

Development of multidisciplinary basic and detailed engineering to modernize the Pb–Cu flotation circuit at the Charcas Mining Unit by replacing conventional cells with tank cells. The project included a new steel tower outside the existing building, flotation cells and auxiliary equipment, pumping and process-air systems, reagent handling, piping and interconnections with the existing plant, electrical power supply, instrumentation and control, and the required civil, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and drainage works.

Technical Data

  • Circuit capacity: 5,200 t/d.
  • Modernization: replacement of 19 conventional cells with 8 tank cells.

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