Metallurgical Engineering

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Metallurgical Engineering

VBKOM’s metallurgical consulting services focus on optimising the extraction of minerals, identifying niche markets and supplying independent, fit for purpose solutions to maximise value for the client.

This is achieved by strategic alliances with external technology partners, close co-operation with industry experts, applying and improving existing processes and methodologies, and staying abreast with new technology developments.

Our team has considerable plant experience and high-level competency in LIMN and Excel based simulation skills. We have experience in various commodities including iron ore, coal, chrome, heavy mineral deposits, industrial minerals (such as refractory minerals, clay deposits, limestone deposits and silica), manganese, rare earth deposits, platinum, gold and tungsten globally.

Our services include:

  • Studies and Audits
  • Test Work Development and Management
  • Process Engineering

We have experience in various commodities including iron ore, coal, chrome, heavy mineral deposits, industrial minerals (such as refractory minerals, clay deposits, limestone deposits and silica), manganese, rare earth deposits, platinum, gold and tungsten all over the African continent.

We deliver services through feasibility studies, operational support and audits. 

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Process Engineering Methodology

VBKOM utilises leading software to develop green and brownfield simulations of metallurgical plants to provide verified recommendations to clients across all commodities.

The VBKOM process engineering services consider geological, mining, process and ore characterisation data to produce design outputs that are used to conduct trade-off studies, sensitivity analysis and financial modelling.

Process Engineering Methodilogy

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