A Holistic Approach To Flowsheet Development

The Metso Test Centre (MTC) recently marked its third anniversary since relocating into a state-of-the-art facility in Manchester, Pennsylvania, USA. Over this period, the facility has evolved into a critical hub for minerals processing innovation, supporting the mining industry with advanced test work capabilities and a strong commitment to operational safety.

For Metso’s customers across North America, and globally, the transformation of the MTC represents a significant advantage in mineral processing innovation and safety. By expanding its capabilities to support the full minerals processing flowsheet – including advanced grinding, magnetic separation, and filtration – the centre empowers mining operations to optimise project outcomes with greater precision and reliability. The integration of automation, robotics, and a chemistry laboratory ensures that customers benefit from cutting-edge data quality, rapid decision-making, and robust safety standards.

The MTC supports test work from the very earliest stages of a project, offering customers accurate and reliable data that can be confidently scaled up to full production. With decades of experience and the flexibility to trial various circuit configurations through both bench-scale and pilot-scale testing, the centre provides value to a wide range of mining companies – including junior explorers to mid-tier producers and major mining companies. Customers also have the opportunity to visit the facility, observe test work first-hand, and gain deeper insight into the processes being developed.

This holistic approach not only de-risks project development, but also delivers tangible value through improved efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence – making the MTC a critical partner for mining companies striving to stay ahead in a competitive and evolving industry.

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