Filtration to prevent solids build up in the clients wet gravity circuit
THE CHALLENGE
TRONOX contracted PROXA to develop, design and commission a filtration system to prevent slimes build-up in their Wet Gravity Circuit.
OUR SOLUTION
The work we conducted included a conceptual design and feasibility study, followed by pilot plant trials to confirm the process selection and design parameters, prior to full-scale implementation. The pilot plant trials were conducted using a range of media to select the most efficient for the application.
HOW PROXA ADDED VALUE
We have a range of bench scale and pilot plant equipment for use in all water and effluent treatment applications, where the viability of conceptual design, and optimisation of technology selection, opex and capex is required to reduce overall project risk.
PROXA is not affiliated with any specific technology supplier or product, and therefor can offer an unbiased process solution. Our engineers follow a holistic approach, and select only the most suitable technology on the market for the specific application.
FEED WATER
Wash water from wet gravity circuit containing high-suspended solids.
PRODUCT WATER
Recycled solids-free water.
PERFORMANCE TARGET
Flow rate 2880 kl/day- Fines removal >88% (< 10 mg/l)
- Availability 85%
PROCESS
- In-line mixer for pH adjustment
- Multimedia sand filtration
- Back wash waste settling column
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
PROXA has a proven track record in delivering and operating systems capable of treating variable effluent waters, working with all stakeholders to ensure protection of the environment.
Client: Tronox
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