Isakidd™ Technology SERVICES and AFTERMARKET SUPPORT
IsaKidd™ Technology SERVICES AND AFTERMARKET SUPPORT
IsaKidd™ as part of Glencore Technology, has been involved in developing technology and services for the production of high grade copper for over 30 years, through its Isa Process™ and Kidd Process™ brands.
This includes development of advanced As part of the IsaKidd™ service range, operation, from delivery of pregnant stainless steel cathodes, electrode copper EW and ER operators are able liquor solution (PLS) or anode, to final handling machines, cell house equipment, to benefit from the years of experience copper cathode load out. Whether it and a range of services including and knowledge gained by IsaKidd™ be conducting in-depth audits and tankhouse design, technical audits, engineers working on plants and studies, training, reviewing handling training and commissioning. projects worldwide. Our engineers have practices or trouble-shooting critical firsthand experience in understanding the problem areas, clients benefit from our Through its Quality Technology and operational and maintenance procedures expert knowledge. Continuous Development, IsaKidd™ needed for equipment and technology copper refining and electrowinning systems IsaKidd™ engineers can design a to work reliably in harsh tankhouse and equipment are involved in over 13 MT tailored service based on the key areas conditions, as well as understanding of annual copper production every year, of interest and level of operational the myriad of systems that are needed with over 100 Users worldwide. Its world experience, irrespective of the OEM to work together to produce high class plants are the benchmark in copper supplier. All services come with a quality copper. electrowinning and electro-refining, providing comprehensive report, with practical dependable operation and consistent quality IsaKidd™ have a comprehensive guidance on the actions required to meet cathode, relied upon day in, day out. range of services and offerings, assisting the desired outcomes and targets. operators through every stage of their
“IsaKidd™ engineers understand the complexities of producing electrolytic copper, it has been their business for over 30 years.” IsaKidd™ Technology SERVICES AND AFTERMARKET SUPPORT
Services offered by IsaKidd™ include the following:
PROCESS AUDITS FEASIBILITY STUDIES ELECTROLYTE PURIFICATION Focus on key performance areas, current All levels from Conceptual to BFS. EXPANSION/UPGRADE/ efficiency, cathode quality, production OPTIMISATION STUDIES intensity and operating costs. CONVERSION/ From flowsheet development to upgrading UPGRADE STUDIES facility safety and throughput, using ELECTRODE-HANDLING From Starter Sheet operation to Permanent latest processes and designs in Electrolyte AUDITS Cathode Technology, Glencore Technology Purification. Performance of Individual machine has extensive experience with tankhouse performance and the electrode-handling conversions and many successful BENCHMARKING STUDIES system as a whole. implementations. Providing practical advice on plant performance benchmarked against world’s SAFETY AUDITS ASSET MANAGEMENT best practice refining operations. Covering all aspects of tankhouse safety In-depth studies on the economic long- including electrical, stray currents, falling term management of electrodes and objects, electrode-handling machines, electrode-handling machinery. SPARE PARTS hazardous substances (arsine gas, acid mist, Glencore Technology also offers a strong acids, handling of by-products etc.). OPERATOR TRAINING complete range of spare parts to Practically focussed hands-on training plus clients, including cathode plates DE-BOTTLENECKING/ theoretical foundations. Typically includes and electrode handling equipment. EXPANSION STUDIES electrode alignment, shorts detection/ Glencore Technology prides itself on Including Refinery Cell-house, Circulation correction, electrode maintenance. being able to deliver on time and to a and Slimes Systems, Electrolyte Purification. MANAGEMENT/ quality standard. IMPURITIES MANAGEMENT TECHNICAL TRAINING Tel +61 7 3833 8500 STUDIES Metallurgical and technical training Fax +61 7 3833 8555 In-depth study of the impact of impurities customised to the experience level of the [email protected] on the refining process and development of client. Typically includes anode quality detailed management strategies. issues (chemical and physical), optimisation of reagent dosing, circulation conditions, electrolyte composition and control.
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