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Advanced processing techniques and technologies will ensure Australian ores are globally competitive. Taking advantage of new process technologies can make otherwise uneconomic lower grade ores viable to mine and export.

Unlocking millions of tonnes of nickel Process optimisation

A new method of extracting nickel from Australia’s low-grade laterite reserves could make millions of tonnes of untapped nickel laterites economically viable.

Cyanide-free gold recovery

Our cost-effective and cyanide-free gold recovery process ‘Going for Gold’ is being demonstrated in partnership with industry. The solution provides a safe, environmentally-friendly alternative to conventional processes and could help turn many of Australia's stranded gold deposits into production.

Improving iron ore sintering process performance Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Australian Government

We helped a major mining company better understand how different iron ores behave during the sintering process. This knowledge can be used to optimise processes for cost savings and productivity benefits.

Unlocking uranium resources by improving recovery Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Australian Government

We helped a company develop a new processing technology to unlock their low grade and complex uranium deposit.
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