Metso isn’t merely dipping its toes into the solvent extraction technology pool; it is plunging in headfirst, armed with an arsenal of innovative solutions to dazzle the sector. By expanding its VSF X solvent extraction offering, the company aims to redefine the standards of excellence in this domain. Olli Siltala, the eloquent product manager for the VSF X solvent extraction plants, proudly announced, “We are a premiere one-stop shop, specializing in tailor-made production processes crafted from meticulous testing and piloting. Our modularized plant boasts exceptional scalability and superior quality, complemented by seamless logistics and swift delivery.”

The hallmark of this integrated plant is Metso’s suite of cutting-edge proprietary equipment, including the VSF X mixer-settler, VSF X organic and crud treatment unit, and a variety of other components such as dual media, activated carbon, and GM filters. Venturing into the realm of digitalization, Metso also introduces new digital products like DispersionSense and OA Sense, all fortified with robust process guarantees. Moreover, the company offers a plethora of services alongside digital solutions, ensuring the plants’ life-cycle performance is optimally streamlined.

Metso’s foray into solvent extraction technologies is no flash in the pan; it is the culmination of decades of dedication to innovation and a commitment to excellence in the field. The VSF solvent extraction technology, a globally recognized gem, finds its application in some of the largest copper solvent extraction facilities worldwide. With a staggering 50 operational references for the VSF solvent extraction plants and an additional 10 for the modular VSF X plants, Metso’s expertise shines as bright as the noonday sun.