Elu-X: the open zadra elution system

APT’s Elu-X is a new product in the APT range that compliments the APT TriTank CIL and CIP plant systems. The Elu-X is an open Zadra elution system that strips the gold off the loaded carbon that is produced in the TriTank plants and this completes the process. To keep these small scale systems as safe as possible, the Elu-X is non pressurized and thus operates just below boiling point. The result is that an elution cycle lasts typically two days, but the capacity of the units is designed to accommodate this. The advantages of the Elu-X is that it’s geometry is designed to get the maximum reaction activity due to the optimal height to diameter ratio. The entire unit is manufactured from stainless steel and is fully cladded for thermal efficiency. Pump-around is achieved via a totally sealed magnetic drive pump so no annoying pump and piping leaks occur. The gold, once stripped is won from solution in APT’s proprietary ‘kebab’ electrocells, especially designed for this purpose.

The Elu-X seen here in manufacture at our Head Office in Johannesburg, South Africa

The Elu-X seen here in manufacture at our Head Office in Johannesburg, South Africa

This elution system truly a top quality product at an affordable price. As always, feel free to contact us here for further information.

Automated Medium Scale Centrifugal Concentrator: GK-X

Last year there were rumbles of APT’s new automated centrifugal concentrator being released and now, in the aftermath, we are proud to say that this plant has proven itself within our warehouse and on the field and design has officially been signed off for completion. As a work of art aesthetically and in operation, GK-X takes our GoldKacha one step further delving into a whole new realm, changing the game for medium scale miners.

GK-X incorporates modern materials that are wear resistant and rust free. The advanced flow design with the unique rounded cone base progressively accelerates the feed material resulting in earlier G acquisition in the lower cone section. High recoveries of even fine gold is achieved. The GK-X incorporates a simple yet effective automation system for hands-free harvesting of the concentrates on a pre-set interval. The unit is fully fluidised but achieves this without a water jacket. Silt deposition is far less than in a jacketed system and cleaning is quick and easy without having to remove the bowl. All cones wear, but in the case of the GK-X, repair is far easier as the whole rotating assembly is disposable and is simply replaced at a reasonable cost.

The cherry on the top of the GK-X is the initial cost, allowing for quick return on investment and greater profits from the start.

Contact us here for further information.

Lead Mine in Bosnia: Update

We at APT are proud to update you on the lead mining project awarded to us at the end of 2018. The plant has been designed, manufactured and assembled. Commissioning is now underway.

The lead mine is located in the heart of Bosnia, where the target production is 120,000 tpa of cerussite lead ore. This project has served as an exciting, challenging and welcomed venture for all involved; bringing to life the first mine in operation there for over 30 years.

We look forward to continuing this journey with everyone involved, both here in South Africa and in Bosnia. Here is to the next step: completing commissioning.

Mine in Bosnia

Mine in Bosnia

Modern Mining April 2019 Issue: APT thrives in a downturn

Modern Mining April 2019 Issue: APT thrives in a downturn

“Somewhat paradoxically, modular process plant supplier APT (Appropriate Process Technologies) has not only managed to survive the mining downturn of the past several years but has actually thrived, with 2017 and 2018 being its best-performing years ever. The company’s customers are primarily junior, sub-junior and artisanal miners operating in Africa although, increasingly, it is supplying to projects further afield, notably in Europe and South America.” Modern Mining, 2019

Scotgold Resources Limited ("Scotgold" or the "Company) Project Update on Cononish Gold and Silver Mine

Scotgold Resources Limited ("Scotgold" or the "Company) Project Update on Cononish Gold and Silver Mine

“A Supply and Installation contract for this plant configuration has now been entered into with Appropriate Process Technologies Pty Ltd (APT), who are known to the Company through the supply of the Bulk Processing Trial plant in 2016.” Read the full release of this article here.

Take advantage of the stronger commodity prices - PROPERLY

Take advantage of the stronger commodity prices - PROPERLY

The gold price is doing well, and we at APT foresee it getting to around US$1350 quite soon. There are some other runners too, and in general this should be a time of plenty. Plenty of opportunity that is, but you still have to do the deed and produce, and that is far easier said than done. Take advantage of commodity prices properly, here’s our take.