The Outotec copper electrowinning concept provides user-friendly, environmentally sound and optimized solutions for production based on proprietary technologies.
For decades, Outotec has been the world’s leading developer and supplier of tankhouse machines. As a result, our machines can be found in almost all of the world's major copper tankhouses. Our continuous research and development work on tankhouse equipment and processes, as well as our own production experience, has led to a range of impressive new technology developments, specially designed for high-performance and cost-efficient copper production. Environmental protection and occupational health and safety have become important aspects for our development work.
Our material handling systems consist of fully integrated material handling cranes, cathode stripping machines, electrolytic cells, busbars and electrodes. Outotec's advanced and proven material handling system links mechanical equipment, automation and engineering experience with experienced process metallurgy. In combination with the material handling system, Outotec has a unique and effective acid mist capture system that ensures environmentally-friendly operations.
Tankhouse Information Management System (TIMS) is a new and modern data collection, reporting and management system for all tankhouse operations. It integrates process control, Outotec's material handling machines and the CellSense™ monitoring system, providing powerful and on-line material-, quality- and efficiency-tracking features together with easy access to Tankhouse data. Significant benefits are gained in increasing the energy efficiency and product quality as well as improving maintenance and safety.
The degree of the machine and process automation is optimized to the customer’s requirements. In addition to reliable production of the highest quality copper, significant savings in electricity, edge strips, cathodes, maintenance, personnel and investment costs are realized.
Outotec's compact tankhouse layout minimizes space requirements and maximizes production efficiency. Our tankhouse machines are compatible with other tankhouse technologies and are suitable for upgrade and modernization projects.
We can offer a complete electrowinning plant to provide reliable and trouble-free operation for the entire life cycle of the plant.