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Highlights
- Modular plant boosts gold recovery efficiency
- Advanced ore sorting reduces waste
- Sustainable approach to mineral processing
Vertex Minerals (ASX:VTX) and Gekko Systems have teamed up to breathe new life into the historic Hill End gold field in New South Wales. At the heart of this collaboration is a refurbished Gekko modular processing plant, enhanced with technology designed to set a benchmark for sustainable, high-efficiency gold recovery in Australia’s mining sector.
The Hill End Reward plant now features a state-of-the-art pre-concentration circuit that combines sensor-based ore sorting with Gekko’s InLine Pressure Jig (IPJ). This approach is engineered to increase ore grades while reducing waste material, creating a more streamlined and environmentally conscious operation.
Fast-Tracking Production with Modular Solutions
Traditional gold processing plants, while reliable, can be costly and time-intensive to build. Gekko Systems addresses these challenges with modular plant solutions designed for quicker deployment and reduced upfront costs. This model allows for faster transition from project development to revenue generation — a strategic advantage in the competitive mining landscape.
The pre-engineered and pre-assembled nature of these plants means they can be set up more rapidly, especially in remote or small-scale operations. This flexible and scalable approach has been successfully applied to various ore types, including free-milling gold, alluvial deposits, and complex sulphide ores. Gravity separation-friendly ores are particularly well-suited for such systems.
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Supporting Growth and Development
Vertex’s recent capital initiatives are enabling underground development and the start of mining operations at Hill End. The company is also preparing to showcase its innovative processing technologies at industry events, underlining its commitment to advancing sustainable mineral recovery methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the InLine Pressure Jig (IPJ)?
It’s a gravity separation device that improves the concentration of valuable minerals while rejecting waste early in the process. - Why is modular processing beneficial?
It allows mining projects to start operations faster, reduces construction time, and offers flexibility for varying ore types and locations. - How does ore sorting improve efficiency?
Ore sorting identifies and removes waste material before processing, increasing recovery rates and reducing overall processing costs.
