A diverse range of solutions for the mining industry
Proven reliability in tough mining environments
Robust peristaltic pumps for more sustainable and efficient mining operations
Whether it is transferring corrosive and abrasive slurries, dewatering or dosing chemicals in mining and mineral processing operations, pumps need to be robust, reliable and durable.
To meet these tough demands, our wide range of long-life peristaltic pumps and hoses are designed to make mining and quarrying processes more efficient, profitable, and sustainable.
Our solutions help to achieve chemical and water savings, while minimising environmental impact and maintenance downtime for companies involved in various mining applications.
From metallic oxide to sulphide and carbon-based ore extraction, our pumps are specifically engineered for tough mining operations in harsh environments.
Unlike other types of pumps, our peristaltic pumps deliver exceptional results in handling viscous fluids and overcoming the challenges of abrasive, high-solid paste, and aggressive chemicals.
Our local experts can visit your mining site to offer guidance on your pump technology.
Less water consumption
Running an optimised, sustainable mining and mineral processing operation has never been so important, due to the challenges posed by water availability, rising costs and stricter environmental regulations.
Water conservation is essential in dry countries and good water management minimises damage to the environment as well as disruption to mining operations.
Our reliable and efficient peristaltic pump technology for mining procedures can achieve water savings of 71% compared to typical centrifugal pumps.
Clog-free, robust and reliable Bredel hose pumps can handle undiluted tailings and thickener underflow with up to 80% solids. As Bredel hose pumps do not have seals, they eliminate the need for water flushing, so reduce the treatment of process wastewater and the need for pump service water.
By using Bredel to reduce water usage, a positive impact on the environment is created by decreasing the need for tailings storage and minimising the number of basins required.
Solutions to minimise impact on the environment
Reducing water usage also results in lower chemical usage and less energy required for treating process wastewater.
Qdos chemical metering and dosing pumps provide accurate, repeatable and contained reagent dosing, pH control and slurry transfer between flotation stages and milling stages.
Along with Watson-Marlow, Bredel hose pumps and Aflex hoses, Qdos pumps are used in the refining of critical minerals and metals such as lithium, which are essential for transitioning to greener energy.
Benefits and features
- Diverse range of solutions from a single supplier
- Reduced downtime and lower maintenance costs
- Significantly lower water consumption compared to other pumps
- Self-priming and can run dry without the need for protection
- No moving parts in contact with the product
- No leaks of hazardous, contaminating chemicals
- Support on site and local stock
- Lower total cost of ownership
Case studies
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How Bredel and Qdos pumps are helping to decontaminate minewater
Eight Bredel 40 hose pumps are transferring sludge at the water treatment plant
Case Study
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Bredel hose pumps optimise lithium production process
Bredel is widely used in mining applications to transfer corrosive liquids, such as hydrochloric...
Case Study
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Wardell Armstrong relies on accuracy and chemical resistance of Watson-Marlow peristaltic pumps for its lead and zinc pilot plant
Pumps were selected for their high chemical resistance and capability of dosing very small...
Case Study
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Gold mine switches to Watson-Marlow Qdos and Bredel APEX pumps
Achieve better flow rate efficiency and significant reductions in both maintenance requirements...
Case Study
Featured products
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Hose pumps for Mining industry
Bredel peristaltic hose pumps suitable for mining applications
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APEX hose pumps
Flow rates to 6,200 L/h (27.3 USGPM) and pressures up to 8 bar (116 psi). Optimised for process uptime.
Pumps - hose pumps
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Bredel Hose pump accessories for mining
Enhance your hose pump with our range of accessories
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Qdos chemical metering and dosing pump
Flow rates to 2,000 ml/min (31.7 USGPH) and pressures up to 7 bar (100 psi).
Pumps - cased pumps
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Qdos H-FLO: chemical metering and dosing pump
Flow rates to 600 L/h (158.5 USGPH) and pressures up to 7 bar (102 psi).
Pumps - cased pumps
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Watson-Marlow Pumps for Mining
Watson-Marlow pumps used in the mining sector
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Aflex Hose for Mining
View our range of flexible PTFE-lined hoses from Aflex Hose
Applications
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Pilot plants for metallurgy and mineral processing
Pilot plants for metallurgy and mineral processing
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Transferring abrasive ores
Our hose pumps present a significant advantage over centrifugal pumps and are capable of...
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Concentrate filter press feed
Water is a valuable resource and the less you need to use across your mining and mineral...
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Chemical dosing in mineral processing
Chemical dosing in mineral processing in mining industry
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Ore concentrate sampling
Ore concentrate sampling is critical in establishing the viability of ore reserves.
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Handling thickener underflow
Find out more about pumping thickener underflow in the mining industry.
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Transferring tailings slurries
Transferring tailings slurries with up to 80% solids conten
Key documents
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Mining Sector brochure (EN)
Brochure
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Qdos brochure (EN)
Product Brochure
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Bredel hose pumps brochure (EN)
Brochure
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Aflex industrial brochure (EN)
Brochure
Global support
Our pumps provide a rapid return-on-investment due to fast servicing, long service life and the lack of ancillary equipment.
Backed by a global support network of specialist engineers, our team can provide engineering solutions wherever you are in the world.
SupportOur team is ready to support you
Our mining team of specialists are here to help you succeed.
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