Flotation inspections in mining

Your road to maintenance excellence

Get fast, accurate information about the condition of your equipment, recommendations for maintenance, and improved operation with Metso systematic flotations inspections in mining.

Flotation services to help you achieve your sustainability and production targets

Higher flotation availability

Reduced maintenance costs

Increased production

Preventive maintenance and proactive repairs

Benefits

Higher flotation availability
Better process results
Increased production due to fewer stoppages
Preventative maintenance and proactive repairs

Flotation inspection package 1

FLOTATION VISUALS AND VITALS

Detect issues early for improved reliability

Inspection requires approximately 30 minutes per cell with flotation running, no downtime required. The recommended frequency of this inspection package is 3-4 times per year.

OEM visual inspection of the flotation during operation
Catch safety hazards, flotation results, leakages, bolt tightness, temperatures, vibrations
Historical data helps predict flotation component performance over time
Detailed future inspections recommended if needed

Flotation inspection package 2

Flotation mechanical verification

Overall detailed condition of the flotation cell

Visual and vitals inspection requires approximately 30 minutes per cell with flotation running. Mechanical verification inspection requires approximately 30 minutes (excludes drainage time) per cell during shutdown. The recommended frequency for this inspection is 1-2 times per year.

Includes the Flotation Visuals and Vitals inspection
OEM inspection with guards and covers removed
Additional tests, measurements and services
Mechanical adjustments

Flotation inspection package 3

Comprehensive/Customized

Includes additional checks and adjustments

1 hour (excluding drainage time) required to conduct the visual and vitals and mechanical verification inspections. Additional time may be required on a case-by-case basis.