Advanced lithium carbonate process technology for sustainable, high-purity lithium production. Designed to maximize recovery, energy efficiency, and water optimization, Metso’s integrated solutions support reliable battery-grade lithium production for the growing EV and energy storage markets.
A trusted technology partner for scalable battery minerals processing
Sustainability & resource efficiency
Designed for more sustainable lithium production with optimized energy and water efficiency
Integrated process expertise
End-to-end process integration from ore to battery chemicals with single-partner accountability
Proven technology leadership
Industry-leading technology for efficient lithium recovery and product quality
Lower costs
Lower capital and operating costs due to a streamlined flowsheet and lower reagent usage
Soaring demand for lithium
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Metso lithium carbonate process
Metso lithium carbonate process
Metso is a comprehensive solution provider for major lithium operations, backed by the latest technology and decades of experience in spodumene extraction.
Our proprietary technology offers a short-cut process concept for spodumene concentrates: direct alkaline leach process for lithium extraction and solubilization, followed by crystallization of the lithium product. Furthermore, the leach process is environmentally sustainable: acid & sulphate free, without undesired crystallized salts or by-products, producing inert and neutral mineral residue for re-use or disposal.
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Comprehensive research and test work capabilities
As part of our commitment to strong and on-going research and development, we strive to develop new and improved equipment and processing technologies that satisfy the ever-changing needs of our customers. To meet the evolving needs of the battery industry, Metso has expanded its process piloting capabilities at the Pori Research Center.
We have successfully tested and piloted the process with several spodumene concentrates to produce battery-grade end product. Additionally, the alkaline leaching concept is under development to cover also other lithium minerals like petalite, zinnwaldite and lepidolite.
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