Metso Outotec launches CycloneSense monitoring technology
April 6, 2021
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CycloneSense monitoring. Credit: Metso Outotec
Metso Outotec has introduced the CycloneSense a smart measurement system to help ensure continuously optimal hydrocyclone operations. The system provides direct, continuous, and reliable online monitoring of the hydrocyclone air core. The company notes that operating conditions in the hydrocyclone process have a direct impact on plant availability and on grinding and flotation circuit efficiency.
“In order to optimize the process, hydrocyclones should be run so that the fraction of water returned to grinding is the smallest amount possible. In order to do that, you need to know when you are approaching the limit of your hydrocyclone’s coarse discharge rate to avoid going too far and ending up with problems, such as roping,” professor emeritus Kari Heiskanen, said in a release. “CycloneSense allows you to see what is happening inside the hydrocyclone and helps to push the limits of the process.”