Mechanical Flotation Machines | Mineral processing (copper, gold, etc.) | 98% recovery efficiency (ISO 2512) ▲ Robust steel construction (ASTM A36) Adjustable impeller speed (▲20% throughput boost) | High recovery rates, durable, adaptable to varied ores | High energy consumption (250 kWh/ton), bulky footprint, requires skilled operators |
Pneumatic Flotation Machines | Recycling, wastewater treatment | 20% lower energy use (IEC 60038) Fine bubble control (▲ handles particles <50 µm) Low maintenance (no mechanical agitators) | Energy-efficient, selective for fine particles, lower maintenance costs | Sensitive to feed quality fluctuations, complex control systems, limited scalability |
Hybrid Flotation Machines | Mining, coal preparation | 95% recovery efficiency (ISO 2512) ▲ 30% less energy than mechanical (▲) Combines agitation + column tech (▲ handles coarse/fine ores) | Flexible for varied ores, space-saving, improved selectivity | Higher initial cost, complex operation, sensitive to feed variations |
Column Flotation Machines | Fine coal, silica sand purification | 99% product purity (ISO 2512) ▲ 40% lower energy than mechanical (▲) Vertical design (▲ saves 50% floor space) | High purity, energy-efficient, compact footprint | High upfront cost, limited to fine particles, requires skilled operators |
New Wemco Flotation Cells (Base) | Mining plants with standard ore grades | Steel construction (ASTM A36) 98% recovery (ISO 2512) Adaptable voltage (220V/380V client standard) | Durable, versatile voltage options, proven recovery rates | Higher energy use than pneumatic, lacks advanced controls |
New Wemco Flotation Cells (Advanced) | High-output mining with automation | Steel + polymer coating (ASTM D543) 99% recovery (▲1% over Base) Real-time parameter controls (▲ enables 15% faster adjustments) | Enhanced recovery, smart automation, corrosion resistance | Higher cost than Base, requires specialized training |