Metallurgy

BME Metallurgy

Innovative Solutions for Enhanced Mineral Recovery

In today's mining landscape, traditional chemical processes can be outdated, costly, and hazardous, posing significant challenges to efficient mineral recovery. Mining plant engineers often face complexities that hinder optimal outcomes, particularly when lacking access to innovative solutions and strategic partnerships. This can result in higher operational costs and lower recovery rates.

BME Metallurgy addresses these challenges head-on, offering cutting-edge metallurgical solutions that empower engineers to extract maximum value from ore while reducing costs and environmental impact. As the demand for renewable energy technologies increases, the need for safer, more efficient chemical solutions has never been more critical. BME Metallurgy is committed to meeting this demand by delivering innovative, sustainable practices that optimize mineral recovery processes.

Our Unique Value Proposition

Strategic Partnerships.

We collaborate closely with our clients to develop customized solutions tailored to their specific operational needs. Our strategic partnerships foster adaptability and ensure that our offerings align with your goals, driving efficiency and profitability in your mining operations.

Cutting-Edge Technology.

Leveraging the latest advancements in metallurgical technology, BME Metallurgy leads the industry in developing innovative solutions that enhance mineral recovery. By staying at the forefront of research and development, we provide our clients with access to the most advanced tools and techniques available.

Ongoing Guidance and Support.

Our commitment to your success doesn’t end with the delivery of our products. BME Metallurgy offers ongoing guidance and technical support, ensuring the successful implementation and operation of our solutions. This hands-on approach mitigates risks and maximizes the value delivered over time.

Chemicals.

We are well positioned to provide you with high-quality chemicals that comply with benchmarked safety standards. We have a long-standing relationship with leading local and global producers, and purchase in large quantities – allowing us to offer customers a full range of products and solutions.

When you partner with BME Metallurgy, you gain access to a wealth of expertise, innovative technology, and a collaborative approach that drives results. Our tailored solutions help you achieve higher mineral recoveries, reduce operational costs, and minimize environmental impact, ensuring the long-term sustainability and profitability of your mining operations.

Our Offering

Manufacturing.

Our Assay Flux Manufacturing facilities provide a comprehensive selection of Nickel and Lead-based assay fluxes, and we excel in developing custom formulations to meet unique requirements.

Technology.

Our expert metallurgists and product specialists provide guidance on the latest advancements in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, and biometallurgy to optimize metal extraction efficiency. Additionally, we offer specialized technology, including chemical handling and dosing equipment, comprehensive supply chain solutions, and custom chemical formulations.

SHERQ.

We take great pride in ensuring the safe delivery of every gram and drop of chemicals. Our commitment to safety includes thorough route risk assessments, driver accreditation, and specialised training in chemical handling and storage, and so much more.

Supply Chain.

We offer a highly efficient supply chain, ensuring products are delivered on time and in full. Our various warehouses and logistics services ensure we can mitigate the risk of stock-outs and ensure our customers can focus on their core operations.

Process Innovation

Solvent extraction optimisation.

Colloidal silica removal with DEHSCOFIX SC® 12.

Alternative diluent solutions.

Frother formulations.

Technologically advanced, made to purpose.

Preg-robbing solutions.

For gold.

Activated carbon.

For gold absorption. High quality, from green production process.

Acid mist suppressant.

Environmentally friendly.

Cobalt hydroxide purification.

Uranium removal.

Sustainability

Chemicals List

Aluminium sulphate

Ammonia, Anhydrous

Ammonia, solution 25%

Ammonium bisulphite

Ammonium chloride

Acetic Acid

Acetone

Activated Carbon

Adipic Acid

Alcohol Solvent (Ethylol 95)

Ammonium Nitrate

Ammonium Sulphate

Barium Chloride

Barium Hydroxide

Barium Sulphate

Barium Sulphide

Bentonite

Borax

Boric Acid

Calcium Carbonate (limestone)

Calcium Chloride

Calcium Hydroxide (Hydrated lime)

Calcium Hypochlorite (HTH)

Calcium Nitrate

Calcium Oxide (Burnt lime)

Chlorine gas

Citric Acid

Copper oxide

Copper powder

Copper Sulphate

Crucible

Deptan Depressant

Dextrose

Deionised water

Dextrin

Diethylene Triamine (DETA)

Diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP)

Dithiophosphates (DTP)

Dithiocarbamates (DTC)

Ethylene Diamine Tetra Acetic Acid (EDTA)

Ethanol

Ethyl Acetate

Guar gum (Extan)

Ferrous Sulphate

Ferric Sulphate

Flocculants (Profloc)

Fluorspa

Flux (specialised formualtions)

Formaldehyde

Formic Acid

Glycerine

Glycine

Glypeg

Graphite powder

Hexamine

Hexane

Hibatex

Hydrochloric Acid

Hydrofluoric Acid

Hydrogen Peroxide

Iron Powder

Isopropyl Alcohol

Lead assay litharge

Lead Nitrate

Magnesium Hydroxide

Magnesium Oxide

Magnesium Sulphate

Manganese Dioxide

Manganese Sulphate

Methanol

Methylene Chloride

Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)

Methylated Spirit

Mono Ammonium Phosphate

Monoethanolamine (MEA)

Nickel Carbonate

Nickel Sulphate

Nitric Acid

Oleic Acid

Paraffin C9-C11

Perchloroethylene

Petroleum Jelly

Porous Granular Ammonium Nitrate (PGAN)

Phosphoric Acid

Pine Oil

Potassium Carbonate

Potassium Chloride

Potassium Dichromate

Potassium Hydroxide

Potassium Iodide

Potassium Nitrate

Potassium Permanganate

Potassium Pyro Antimonate

Potassium Persulphate

Resins (Ion exchange)

Silica Sand

Silver Nitrate

Sodium Acetate

Sodium Bicarbonate

Sodium Bisulphite

Sodium Bromide

Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash)

Sodium Chloride

Sodium Chlorate

Sodium Dichromate

Sodium Fluoride

Sodium Formate

Sodium Hexameta Phosphate (SHMP)

Sodium Hydrosulphide (NaHS)

Sodium Hydroxide

Sodium Hypochlorite

Sodium Glucomate

Sodium Metabisulphite (SMBS)

Sodium Metasilicate

Sodium Nitrate

Sodium Nitrite

Sodium Oxalate

Sodium Persulphate

Sodium Silicofluoride

Sodium Sulphate

Sodium Sulphide

Sodium Sulphite

Sodium Thiosulphate

Sodium Tripolyphosphate

Solvents

Solvent degreasser (Sorbitol)

Stearic Acid

Strontium Carbonate

Sulphamic Acid

Sulphur

Sulphuric Acid

Tall Oil

Tartaric Acid

Tetra Bromo Ethane (TBE)

Thiourea

Tolouene

Trichloroethylene(TCE)

Tri-calcium Phosphate (TCP)

Tri-ethal Bromate (TEB)

Triethanolamine

Tri-sodium Phosphate

Urea

Wood Flour

Xanthates – (PAX, SIBX, SNPX, SEX, etc)

Xylene

Zinc Chloride

Zinc Nitrate

Zinc Oxide

Zinc Sulphate

Zinc Dust

Acid Mist Suppresant

Carbon Blanking reagents

Colloidal Silica Coagulants

Dewatering Aids

Dispersants

Depressants

Frothers