A case study
MET63 designed and engineered a ~50 t/annum modular pilot plant aimed at Lithium extraction from recycled motor vehicle batteries
THE
CHALLENGE
The batteries market is experiencing a significant shortage caused by the skyrocketing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and the critical lack of raw materials, specifically lithium.
The surge in demand has outpaced the ability of lithium mining companies to increase their supply promptly, leading to
an urgent need for innovative solutions.
THE MET63
APPROACH
MET63 developed a flowsheet targeting the recovery of high-purity base metals (Copper, Cobalt, Lithium and Nickel) from black mass for their client.
A pre-feasibility study (PFS) and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) study was conducted by MET63 for a semi-continuous hydrometallurgical modular pilot plant at a scale to treat ~50t/annum of dry black mass.
THE MET63
RESULTS
The PFS and FEED studies conducted by MET63 included complete integration of
unit operations from various suppliers.
The studies were also completed according to the client’s internal standards and requirements.
Based on these results, a fully modular plant will be built to extract valuable raw
materials.
HIGHLIGhTS
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MET63 adapted to stringent European standards to cater for the client’s needs.
