Metallurgical Testing
Metallurgical Testing
MetSoP conducts laboratory and bench scale test work to understand how an ore responds under different processing conditions.
Our metallurgists use controlled testing and reliable data to support process selection, improve processing strategies and optimise existing operations.
Our Metallurgical Testing Capabilities
Comminution
Crushing and grinding test work to understand ore breakage behaviour and determine suitable particle sizes for downstream processing.
Flotation
Bench scale flotation testing to evaluate ore floatability, reagent response, selectivity and the relationship between recovery and concentrate grade.
Gravity separation
Test work to determine whether differences in mineral density can be used to recover valuable minerals or remove unwanted material.
Dense medium separation (DMS)
DMS testing to assess opportunities for ore preconcentration, early waste rejection and improved downstream processing efficiency.
Process Development and Optimisation
We use test results to develop processing strategies or refine existing operations.
Our test work can help clients:
- Evaluate processing options for a new orebody
- Understand the impact of changing ore characteristics
- Investigate poor recovery or concentrate quality
- Identify suitable operating conditions
- Compare potential processing routes
Reagent Evaluation
We evaluate collectors, frothers, depressants and other reagents under controlled conditions to understand their performance on a specific ore.
Testing can assess reagent type, dosage and application conditions to support informed selection and optimisation.
Who We Support
Our metallurgical testing services support:
- Mining operations investigating plant performance
- Project developers assessing processing options
- EPCMs developing or refining processing strategies
- Operations experiencing changes in ore type, blend or feed conditions
Turn Test Results into Practical Decisions
Our metallurgical, analytical and mineralogy capabilities can be combined to provide a more complete understanding of the ore and its processing response.
This integrated approach helps translate laboratory findings into practical recommendations for further evaluation or plant implementation.
Work with our metallurgists to understand your ore and identify the most suitable processing approach.