As has been occurring over the past few years, TAKRAF South Africa continues to see an increase in demand for its DELKOR range of equipment in terms of both new capital equipment projects and aftermarket support, entrenching the brand’s leading position in the market. Whilst the strongest demand for minerals processing equipment currently stems from the gold and PGM sectors, TAKRAF South Africa is receiving numerous enquiries for DELKOR products from a range of commodity producers across Africa.
A passion for innovation and a commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions has been the drive in the design and supply of capital equipment solutions. One such example is DELKOR’s new generation BQR flotation cells, equipped with the proprietary MAXGen mechanism. The result of extensive research and development, the MAXGen mechanism provides superior recoveries with a higher mineral grade, together with faster flotation kinetics by generating favorable bubble size distribution and energy efficient hydrodynamics in the cell. Other outstanding benefits include the rotor and stator configuration, which enables the rotor to operate at a lower tip speed, reducing operational costs with lower power consumption and wear.
Since launching the MAXGen mechanism in November 2020, the technology has been incredibly well-received with a number of clients opting to equip their plants with this superior flotation technology. In fact, TAKRAF South Africa recently secured a third order for MAXGen-equipped flotation cells from a chrome mine in South Africa, which includes the design and supply of fifteen DELKOR BQR flotation cells. The flotation cells will be employed for the recovery of PGM’s from chrome tailings, thereby maximizing the extraction capability of the plant. The new flotation plant will be made up by five rougher cells, five cleaners, three re-cleaners and finally two re-re-cleaners.
Other installations of MAXGen-equipped flotation cells in South Africa include a plant of fourteen cells supplied to a major new platinum project in 2023, as well as a bank of four cells supplied to an iron ore producer in 2021.
“We are delighted to be able to assist our clients in achieving higher yields through our culture of continual improvement and innovation,” says Richard Späth, TAKRAF South Africa Managing Director.
DELKOR’s increasing market presence showcases the dedication the brand has to delivering high-quality products that meet customer needs. “TAKRAF South Africa combines its expertise with experience in the supply, maintenance, refurbishment and upgrade of technologies for its clients, providing a holistic service from conceptualisation through to the development and execution of innovative and fit-for-purpose solutions,” says Späth. “As a result, we continue to attract both repeat business and new clients, as well as being called upon to support customers on equipment that is no longer supported by its original supplier.”
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