Metso introduces the next generation in wet fine classification technologies for minerals processing

Metso introduces the next generation in wet fine classification technologies for minerals processing

Metso responds to a diverse range of customer needs and has just introduced the new MHC^TM Series Hydrocyclone and the Metso UltraFine Screen for the minerals processing industries. With this new offering, Metso makes it easier for customers to adopt world-class, wet fine classification technologies to improve efficiency and profitability. Both products position Metso as a unique supplier of fine classification technologies capable of optimizing customer applications.

Supplying entire grinding circuit systems: The new MHC™ Series Hydrocyclone

Designed specifically for grinding circuit classification duties, Metso’s new MHC^TM Series Hydrocyclone represents the next generation of hydrocyclones. Developed in collaboration with Metso’s world-class simulation and modeling scientists, the design focus is optimized process performance, superior wear component design, and improved ease of maintenance.

These new hydrocyclones are ideal for classification duties ranging from primary grinding to fine regrinding applications across the full range of mineral types. This new product fills a gap in Metso’s equipment offering, which now covers the supply of entire grinding circuit systems to customers. Horizontal and vertical grinding mills, instrumentation and controls, mill discharge pumps, slurry hose products, and now classification hydrocyclones are all available in Metso’s offering.

Addressing challenges today and tomorrow: The new Metso UltraFine Screen

While hydrocyclones represent the most common wet fine classification technology, in many cases the Metso UltraFine Screen provides more accurate separation more cost effectively through reduced energy and water consumption. It directly classifies particles by size via the physical dimensions of the screening media aperture. The improved separation efficiency and resulting reductions in material handling and comminution energy lead to substantial savings in operating costs.  Additionally, screening performance is less influenced by plant operational variability and can positively impact downstream recovery processes.

Metso’s solution addresses the challenges that have limited the broad application of existing fine wet screening technologies in the industry. Thanks to the innovative design, with several patents pending, the Metso UltraFine screening technology is more accessible to various customers on a wider scale. The reduction in the overall capital expenditure needed allows customers to improve their plant efficiency, reduce operating costs and quickly pay back the investment, leading to higher profitability.

Relative to other fine screen technologies, Metso’s UltraFine Screen doubles the screening area of a single machine.  This is achieved through its modular design consisting of up to ten individual screen decks nested together into a single vibrating assembly along with a feed distribution system to ensure accurate and even feed distribution across the width of each individual screen deck. This reduces the space and infrastructure required for integration into the plant.

The screen is available first in Brazil with other markets to follow.

Find out how Metso’s next generation Hydrocyclones and UltraFine Screens can make the big difference for your applications.