Nonferrous Metal Smelting
Copper and Cobalt Smelting Project for Sicomines SA in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
NHD supplied a Φ45m thickener for the copper and cobalt smelting operation run by Sicomines SA in the DRC.
Nonferrous Metal Smelting
Nickel and Cobalt Smelting Project for Lygend Mining in Indonesia
NHD installed three CCD thickeners (Φ32m, Φ36m and Φ42m). Facing high seismic risk on the Pacific Ring of Fire and pandemic-related delays, NHD used duplex stainless steel in place of carbon steel and rubber-brick designs, preserving structural integrity while accelerating civil construction and helping the client reach its Phase 1 production targets.
Nonferrous Metal Smelting
Cobalt Nickel Smelting Project for MCC Ramu in Papua New Guinea
Described as the world's first lateritic nickel ore project to be rapidly constructed and reach full production, with designed and actual capacity aligned in 2017. NHD modified equipment from international suppliers, accelerating the client's production ramp-up.
Nonferrous Metal Smelting
100kt/a Copper Smelting Project for South Urals Gold Mine in Russia
In early 2017, NHD dispatched a professional team to Russia to install agitators, reactors and a Φ30m thickener for the client, including on-site welding and assembly of tank structures and full integration of the thickening system.