Potential cost savings from agglomeration optimization in copper mining

In this article, Malvern Panalytical explores the use of real-time spectroscopic technology for optimizing agglomeration and heap leaching processes. Both the ASD QualitySpec® 7000 over-the-conveyor analyzer and the TerraSpec® 4 line of mineral analyzers are considered for this purpose, and promise to provide reliable real-time information to facilitate improved decision-making and cost savings.