Featuring the patented nextSTEP rotor/stator, FLS forced-air flotation cells improve recovery and grade, while reducing power requirements by 15-40% compared to any other forced-air flotation cell design on the market.
The nextSTEP rotor/stator is located at the bottom of the flotation cell, resulting in a stabler froth surface and deeper froth layer. This improves mineral recovery and delivers better separation of valuable minerals from gangue, leading to a higher-grade concentrate.
The shape and matched profile of the rotor/stator combination optimises energy transfer from the mechanism to the slurry. This design results in best-in-class energy efficiency, lower wear rates, and optimised metallurgical performance.
Even wear patterns extend the nextSTEP rotor/stator’s operating life, reducing maintenance costs and downtime. The rotor can also run in reverse to further increase the mechanisms' life. In many cases, nextSTEP mechanisms demonstrates a wear life twice that of similar equipment.
The experts at the FLS Minerals Testing and Research Centre help fine tune your flotation systems to ensure optimal performance. Equipped with a range of testing and analysis equipment, we determine the optimal sizing, configuration, and operating practices for your application. Operating flotation cells are supported by a global network of service centres, offering full-lifecycle technical assistance. Our service engineers travel regularly to sites for equipment inspections and audits, to supervise maintenance, and to deliver tailored training. Meanwhile, FLS spare and wear parts deliver long service life and ensure the performance of your attrition scrubbers does not degrade over time.
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