Reliable Instrumentation for Mining Slurry, Process Water, and Chemical Dosing

Mining and metal processing requires reliable measurement of abrasive slurries, process water, chemical reagents, tailings, and wastewater under high-density, corrosive, and harsh operating conditions. ARTang provides electromagnetic flow meters, Coriolis flow meters, pressure transmitters, level instruments, and water analysis sensors for slurry transport, reagent dosing, process water circulation, and tailings management, helping mining and metal processing plants improve process stability, reduce downtime, and support safe site operation.

Typical Applications in Mining & Metal Industry

Abrasive Slurry Transport

Mining and mineral processing plants often transport ore slurry, concentrate, tailings slurry, and process water through long pipelines and pumping systems. These media may contain high solids content and abrasive particles, making stable flow and pressure measurement important for preventing blockages, pump overload, and unplanned downtime.

Common Measurement Needs:

  • Flow measurement for ore slurry, concentrate, tailings slurry, and process water
  • Pressure monitoring to prevent pipeline overpressure and pump overload
  • Level measurement in slurry tanks, sumps, and storage vessels

Recommended Instruments:
Abrasive-resistant electromagnetic flowmeter · Pressure transmitter · Level transmitter

Abrasive slurry pipeline transport in a mining processing plant
Flotation and chemical dosing system in a mining processing plant

Flotation & Chemical Dosing

Flotation and leaching processes rely on controlled reagent dosing to improve mineral recovery and reduce chemical waste. Reagents such as frothers, collectors, flocculants, acids, and alkalis require stable flow, pressure, and level monitoring for accurate dosing, safe storage, and consistent process control.

Common Measurement Needs:

  • Flow measurement for flotation reagents, acids, alkalis, and process water
  • Pressure monitoring in dosing, mixing, and reagent transfer lines
  • Level monitoring in chemical storage tanks and dosing vessels

Recommended Instruments:
Corrosion-resistant electromagnetic flowmeter · Coriolis flowmeter · Pressure transmitter · Level transmitter

Tailings & Process Water Management

Tailings systems and process water circuits handle slurry discharge, recycled water, and wastewater from mineral processing. Reliable flow, pressure, level, and water quality monitoring helps improve water reuse, support safe tailings handling, and meet site environmental requirements.

Common Measurement Needs:

  • Flow measurement for tailings slurry, recycled water, and process water
  • Pressure monitoring in tailings pipelines, pumps, and return water lines
  • Level measurement in tailings ponds, sumps, and process water tanks
  • pH, conductivity, turbidity, TSS/SS, or chlorine monitoring for water quality control

Recommended Instruments:
Electromagnetic flowmeter · Pressure transmitter · Radar level transmitter · Hydrostatic level transmitter · pH/EC sensor · Turbidity sensor · TSS/SS sensor · Chlorine sensor

Tailings and process water management in a mining site

Instrumentation Advantages for Mining & Metal Applications

Accurate Measurement of Abrasive Slurries

ARTang flowmeters and transmitters are designed to handle high-density, abrasive slurries and concentrates, ensuring stable and reliable flow and pressure readings in ore processing pipelines.

Durable and Corrosion-Resistant Materials

Corrosion-resistant linings and robust electrodes withstand chemical reagents, high solids content, and abrasive process water, extending instrument lifetime and reducing maintenance.

Reliable Operation in Harsh Environments

Instruments are engineered for continuous 24/7 operation under high-pressure, high-density, and corrosive conditions, minimizing downtime and supporting stable metal processing and tailings management.

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FAQ

Can your meters operate reliably in pipelines with high solids content and abrasive water?

Yes. Our instruments feature abrasion-resistant linings and electrodes, ensuring long-term durability in pipelines carrying slurries, tailings, or process water with high solid concentrations, minimizing maintenance and downtime.

How do I accurately measure abrasive mineral slurries in ore processing pipelines?

ARTang electromagnetic and Coriolis flowmeters are designed for high-density, abrasive slurries. Correct meter selection, installation with recommended straight-run piping, and periodic calibration ensure stable, repeatable measurements even under variable solids content.

What information should I provide for a quotation for flow and pressure instruments in mining applications?

To get an accurate quote, provide the type of fluid (slurry, process water, chemical reagents), pipe size, flow range, pressure, temperature, solids content, connection type, and integration requirements. This allows ARTang to recommend the most suitable instruments for your ore processing or tailings management lines.

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