This transformative lineup of biosurfactant technology is designed to enhance efficiency in metal and mineral flotation processes. Flotation frothers act on the air-liquid interface to reduce bubble size and stabilize the froth layer. Some frothers also present collector power at the solid-liquid interface of the flotation system. They can be used as either flotation reagents or additives to boost performance.
FROTHERS | These biosurfactant blends outperformed MIBC and pine oil (two commonly used frothers) in mineral separation due to their versatile and robust froth characteristics. Locus Mining also developed the technology based on findings that indicated specific combinations of biosurfactants significantly enhanced flotation performance. Dr. Ronney Silva presented findings at multiple global mining conferences in 2023. The latest was at Flotation ’23 in South Africa, titled, “Evaluation as Biosurfactants as Frothers in Froth Flotation.” Contact us for details on this published white paper.
COLLECTORS | Our biosurfactant-based collector line offers precision in metal and mineral particle collection during the flotation process. It streamlines mineral separation by selectively binding to target minerals and fostering a hydrophobic environment.
DUAL | Another flotation solution currently in development involves powerful biosurfactant technology uniquely engineered to serve dual roles as a collector and frother simultaneously. This comprehensive approach not only streamlines particle collection but also stabilizes bubbles, maximizing the efficiency of your flotation processes.