Attending the XXVIII International Mineral Processing Congress?

Over 1,500 mineral processing experts, academics and industry professionals from more than 60 countries will be at the International Mineral Processing Congress (IMPC 2016) in Quebec City next week.

Mineral Processing deals with the recovery of valuable mineral products, many of which contain metals, from the crust of the earth.

Organized by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM), IMPC 2016 will bring together metallurgists from all disciplines of the sector to meet, exchange knowledge and best practices and capture innovative ideas from around the globe. According to the show guide, 600+ presentations and 150 posters will be offered, and the “congress’ technical program features 16 parallel streams, including those vital themes typically discussed at IMPC: characterization methods, process control and instrumentation, comminution and classification, flotation, separation methods and dewatering. Specialized topics such as asset management and plant design make for a complete program.”

In addition, there will be four symposia addressing Iron Control in Metallurgy, Electrometallurg, Rare Earth Elements and Lightweight Metals and Composites. Here’s a link to the IMPC2016 online program schedule if you need it. We will be one of the 80 exhibitors demonstrating technology to the attendees. Stop by Booth 201 and talk to our experts to discuss the latest in online analyzer technology that enables continuous sampling of a full slurry stream for metallurgical accounting.

In this day and age mine operators can utilize equipment that uses a series of tanks featuring fixed and cross cutters and a variable speed mixer to produce a representative sample of the mix. The newest particle size monitors use ultrasonic attentuation technology to provide particle size analysis of a mineral slurry stream. This continuous, real-time feedback will instantly alert the plant manager to process upsets, allowing a quick reaction which can lessen the impact, and help maximize mill throughput, product quality and energy efficiency. You can also learn how advanced energy dispersive X-ray detectors no longer require liquid nitrogen cooling during continuous in-stream analysis. This provides increased safety (eliminating hazardous material), a decrease in utility costs (non purchase of LN₂) and a manpower saving (as there is no need to service with LN₂).

If you are one of the emerging young leaders or a seasoned professional attending the general plenary sessions addressing Innovation/New Frontiers, the best news you can take back to your mining and mineral operations folks is that there are systems available now that can help enable improvements in accountability, process efficiency and profitability. That knowledge is worth its weight in gold… which metallurgists identify as a precious metal.

If you are staying for additional days and want to explore the area, you can easily spend a day just walking around taking in the European architecture and seasonal attractions. You can even walk straight into the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac and look around. The recent restoration “blends the charm of the hotel’s enchanting past with modern innovations, creating an allure that is fresh & seductive, balanced with the hotel’s rich history & dynamic future.” If you get hungry while doing all that exploring, dine at my favorite “Old Quebec City” restaurant, Au Parmesan. I have visited there several times and have never been disappointed. This is an authentic place, and has a great lively atmosphere with fun décor. The food is consistently good. Don’t be surprised if a waiter starts to sing opera. And you will be impressed by it. It’s a worthwhile experience.

If you can’t take in an Au Parmesan experience, or see the Château Frontenac, or even get to the show, you can still keep up with what’s happening by following the show twitter feed at #IMPC2016 or their Facebook page. The knowledge exchange, analysis and discussion of the most recent innovations in themes related to mineral processing, and the ability to talk with experts at the booths is a worthwhile experience, but just knowing what’s available to improve your mineral operations can be just as valuable.

Need a Guest Pass: Since we are exhibiting at the IMPC 2016 Congress, feel free to join us September 11-15, 2016 in Québec City, Canada by accessing this code to obtain a visitor pass: http://impc2016.sensov.com/e/thermo-scientific.

Show Details

September 11-15, 2016
IMPC 2016
Québec City Convention Centre
Booth 201
Québec, (Québec) G1R 5T8