Convert a dissolved compound into a solid product by precipitation at the end of a hydrometallurgical processOvercome the limitations of conventional tank precipitation: poor flowability, low density, presence of impuritiesLimit additional logistics costs related to transporting low-density productsEnhance final quality by reducing impurities in concentrates to minimize penalties and optimize marketability
Entrust your production to the fluidized bed precipitation process , a technology developed and implemented by Orano Carry out precipitation in a vertical fluidized bed reactor , where the uraniferous solution is treated with a precipitating agent to directly form solid particlesPrepare a denser and more homogeneous uranium concentrate, in the form of solid particles suitable for packagingIncrease the density of the final product to optimize drum filling and significantly reduce transportation costsObtain free-flowing, filterable powders, facilitating packaging operations without compromising production ratesReduce impurities and ensure a higher-quality product that complies with industrial standards
Good filterability: no negative impact on production ratesFree-flowing dry powder , suitable for packaging operationsHigh density of the dry product: optimized drum filling and significant transport savingsProcess successfully industrialized in 2007 at Orano’s uranium facility in Kazakhstan (>4,000 tonnes/year) Standard Orano process for new precipitation projects, thanks to its robustness and cost-effectivenessOptimized production costs compared with other conventional processes Contribution to radiological safety Economic advantage during product drying
