Industrial chemical dosing system with precision control equipment and monitoring displays in a mining processing facility

Controlled Flocculant Dosing Trial

Proving the impact through structured trials and data-driven insights

Process Optimization

Structured trial demonstrating dosing control benefits

Mining Operation

Controlled trial project

Process Engineering

Tighter

Variable Control

Improved

Operational Consistency

Validated

Trial Success

Introduction

Flocculants play a vital role in thickener performance. This case study explores how CFT demonstrated the benefits of controlled flocculant dosing through a structured trial, leading to clearer operational insights and improved reliability.

The Challenge

Prior to the trial, flocculant dosing was inconsistent, leading to:

Unstable bed mass and density levels

Turbidity fluctuations in overflow streams

Difficulty in predicting performance outcomes

The Trial Process

Baseline Analysis (Non-Trial Period)

Data showed significant inconsistencies, particularly between flocculant dosing and mixing tank levels, indicating systemic inefficiencies.

Controlled Dosing Implementation (Trial Period)

Flocculant dosage was carefully regulated at two primary setpoints, improving stability and predictability.

Results Achieved

Process Improvements

Tighter Variable Control

Better control of bed mass and torque

Improved Consistency

Enhanced operational stability

Validated Success

Sizeable relative improvement confirmed

Trial Validation

Data-Driven Evidence

Clear performance improvements measured

Actionable Insights

Evidence for long-term implementation

Process Understanding

Better comprehension of dosing impacts

Key Takeaway

Consistent flocculant dosing is crucial for stable thickener operation. The trial provided actionable evidence for implementing long-term dosing controls.

Technologies & Methodologies

Core Technologies

Controlled TrialsFlocculant DosingProcess ControlData AnalysisPerformance MonitoringStatistical Validation

Trial Methodology

✓ Baseline Performance Assessment

✓ Controlled Dosing Implementation

✓ Comparative Analysis

✓ Statistical Validation

✓ Performance Monitoring

✓ Evidence-Based Recommendations