Bauxite Washing & Beneficiation

CFlo uses a customised hydrocyclone configuration introduced at the clarification and classification stage of bauxite processing. The cyclone geometry and arrangement are engineered around your feed material, throughput and desired classification point, so silica and clay contamination are separated efficiently before the ore moves downstream.

At the clarification and classification stage. Hydrocyclones handle classification, Hydromax thickener technology separates bauxite residue from the pregnant liquor, and a subsequent washing stage separates caustic soda from the alumina. An optional filter press or centrifuge completes the circuit where additional filtration is required.

CFlo's Hydromax thickener technology is introduced at the classification stage specifically to assist this separation. The thickener concentrates the residue solids while clarified liquor carries on through the process, improving recovery and reducing the water and space demands of residue handling.

Yes. After the washing stage that separates caustic soda from the alumina, an additional filtration stage can be specified using either a filter press or a centrifuge, depending on the residue characteristics and how dry you need the final cake to be.

Three factors: the nature of your feed material, your throughput requirements and your desired classification point. CFlo designs each configuration around these parameters rather than supplying an off-the-shelf arrangement, which is what protects both product quality and plant efficiency at your specific mine.