Today’s alumina & bauxite producer is constantly challenged to improve safety, profitability, efficiency, product quality and the environment.
Water plays a critical role in virtually all mining and mineral processing activities. It is a strategic resource with decreased availability and growing demand. Most of the water in the Bayer process must be evaporated, increasing energy consumption. More than ever, the industry requires solutions that demonstrate sustainable, ongoing water management.
Nalco Water is a partner that delivers economic and environmental value. We help increase yield/recovery, quality, conserve water, energy & raw materials, and optimizing process performance & increasing throughput. We use decades of industry experience, innovative technologies, and local on-site expertise to deliver the results you need. We do this with people and through the development & implementation of customized solutions including chemicals, equipment and services.
Scale Formation is one of the most critical challenges to control the mud settling performance in a lead washer and to extend the vessel life. ScaleGuard™ was trialed at Rio Tinto Yarwun alumina refinery with promising results.
At Hindalco’s Muri alumina refinery in India, ScaleGuard™ was applied to the first washer to extend the washer life and improve overall efficiency of caustic recovery.
