project mine the gap
As a visionary in environmental cleantech, Owatec Group is steering a revolution in industrial wastewater and sludge management through innovative cleantech solutions. Our recent collaboration under the MINE.THE.GAP initiative illuminates our commitment to sustainable mining practices, emphasizing resource recovery and the principles of circular economy.
Through the seamless integration of Owatec’s cutting-edge treatment technologies with Sensmet’s advanced online process liquid analyser and the data-crunching power of Mitta Monitoring´s web solution – cloud based analytics system, we’ve harnessed a transformative wave of progress. Our journey has unlocked remarkable strides in mining wastewater treatment.
Turning wastewater into opportunities: A Leap in Mining Efficiency
Owatec, Sensmet and Mitta bringing Innovate Industrial Wastewater Solutions for Mining
Mining operations often overlook the value hidden in wastewater – valuable components ripe for recovery. Owatec’s groundbreaking approach transforms this challenge into an opportunity. Our project harnessed advanced chemical processes and real-time water quality monitoring, powered by Sensmet’s μDOES® online analyser, to purify and recover precious substances from waste streams.
This collaborative solution doesn’t just clean wastewater; it optimises critical mining processes, such as froth flotation, significantly enhancing annual yields. With the capability to track up to 50 water quality parameters simultaneously, our systems connects seamlessly with Mitta Monitoring´s web solution, ensuring precise, data-driven process control.
Collaboration for Innovation: A Circular Approach to Mining
The MINE.THE.GAP project, backed by the EU Horizon 2020 funding, is more than one project; it’s a synergy of three SMEs dedicated to a digital, green, and circular mining value chain.
By integrating Owatec’s treatment technologies with Sensmet online analyser and Mitta AB’s cloud analytics, we’ve unlocked remarkable improvements in chemical dosing efficiency, ensuring our methods are effective and inherently sustainable.
Real-World Impact: Verified Benefits and Future Prospects
The efficacy of integrating online measurement and control systems transcends theory; it’s verified by partners and customers in field pilots, particularly during the MINE.THE.GAP CircMineWater project. Our comprehensive solution, fine-tuned through real-world testing, is more than a service; it’s an environmental commitment, showcasing substantial benefits for end-users in the mining industry.
As we foresee a future where Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values dictate industry standards, we recognise the hurdles in adopting such advanced systems. Yet, the shift is inevitable. The drive for sustainable mining practices is growing, propelled by global stakeholders. Systems like ours, ensuring meticulous wastewater management, are pivotal for this sustainable future, promising both environmental and economic dividends.
Owatec Group is at the forefront, championing a future where clean water and ample raw materials are not aspirations but assurances. With the visionary tech innovators Sensmet Oy and Mitta AB in our corner, our solutions are tailor-made to meet the lightning-fast demands of the future. Through cases like MINE.THE.GAP, we are not just witnessing the industry’s evolution but actively shaping it towards a sustainable, responsible mining landscape.
