Lithium and Rare Earth Metals Extraction

Lithium and Rare Earth Metals Extraction systems are designed to recover valuable metals, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare earth elements (REEs), from various sources including wastewater, brines, and industrial effluents. These metals are essential for advanced technologies like batteries, electronics, and renewable energy systems. Recovering them from wastewater and effluent streams not only reduces the environmental impact of traditional mining but also provides a sustainable and efficient source for these critical materials.

1. Lithium Extraction from Brine
• Extracts lithium from saltwater (brine) found in lakes, underground reservoirs, and salt flats. The lithium is recovered through evaporation, chemical processing, or direct lithium extraction technologies.

2. Hard Rock Lithium Mining
• Involves extracting lithium from hard rock ore, such as spodumene, using conventional mining techniques followed by chemical processing to extract the lithium.

3. Lithium Extraction from Geothermal and Oilfield Brines
• Recovers lithium from geothermal fluids or oilfield brines, which are typically rich in lithium. This method uses advanced extraction techniques to separate lithium from other dissolved minerals.

4. Recycling of Lithium-Ion Batteries
• Focuses on recovering lithium, cobalt, nickel, and other valuable materials from spent lithium-ion batteries. These materials are processed and purified for reuse in new batteries or other applications.

5. Cobalt and Nickel Recovery from Batteries
• Specializes in extracting cobalt and nickel from used batteries, particularly from electric vehicles and consumer electronics, for reuse in new battery production or other industries.

6. Rare Earth Elements (REE) Extraction from Electronics
• Extracts rare earth elements such as neodymium, dysprosium, and terbium from discarded electronics, including smartphones, computers, and other consumer devices.

7. Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) Technologies
• Uses advanced processes to selectively extract lithium directly from brine or liquid sources without the need for evaporation. DLE technologies are more efficient, faster, and environmentally friendly compared to traditional methods.