Integrated Process Modelling for the Kalgoorlie Nickel Smelter
Autor(es) G. Sartor, A. Rich, D. Grimsey, M. White, R. Forzatti
Presented at the 12th International Conference on Molten Slags, Fluxes and Salts – Supporting the Transition to Sustainable Technologies – 17-19 June 2024 – Brisbane, Australia – Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
Abstract
An in-depth process model was developed for the pyrometallurgical, off-gas systems, and water balance of the Kalgoorlie Nickel Smelter. This model was used to assess plant capacity with changing concentrate grades, increased throughput, and tighter environmental missions under a range of potential future operating conditions. Comparison of modelled results allowed for flowsheet optimisation across a range of metrics including sustainability, processing capacity and costs.