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The challenge is that the most important processes inside the mill are difficult to observe directly. While we can measure power draw, throughput and wear rates, those numbers do not show how the charge moves, how wear changes, or how material flows through the discharge system. This is where simulation becomes valuable.

For one U.S.-based aggregates producer, improving liner performance presented an opportunity to increase crusher availability and reduce maintenance interruptions. Operating a Nordberg® HP400™ cone crusher, the customer worked with official Metso distributor Mellott to compare the performance of Metso LongLife liners against a competitor's solution. Using liner scans and wear measurements throughout the campaign, Mellott evaluated both wear life and wear patterns under normal operating conditions.

Robust 8 Mtpa crushing and screening requirement Highly variable, low-grade ore Fast-track delivery and commissioning Need for stable throughput to support heap leach performance Integrated Metso crushing and screening circuit Early collaboration, engineering input, flowsheet alignment Design improvements to strengthen circuit reliability Lifecycle support through critical spares and service planning Smooth, stable ramp-up from first production Plant availability reaching up to 85% Gold...

A robust crushing and screening system capable of handling up to 8 Mtpa Process highly variable, low-grade ore while maintaining consistent throughput to maximize gold recovery Fast-track delivery and commissioning with minimal tolerance for delays Avoid unplanned shutdown A complete Metso circuit, including an Apron feeder for controlled feed rates, a Nordberg® C160 jaw crusher, and Nordberg® HP900 cone crushers for consistent size reduction, vibrating grizzly, primary and secondary screen...

A small process step with a large impact The primary role of a screen is to separate material according to the required particle size. However, its impact reaches much further. Effective screening helps maintain product quality, support the required throughput and capacity, and contributes to process stability. By directing the right amount of correctly sized material to the next stage, it can also help reduce unnecessary processing and wear on downstream equipment.

Recycling that supports the main business Mevaset is a demolition company. Concrete and asphalt recycling runs alongside the demolition work, which means material from a job can be taken to their own site instead of going to landfill. That is the practical side of construction and demolition waste recycling: less hauling, lower disposal costs and material that can be sold on. Crushed concrete is a special material to work with.

For years, Thunder Bay Terminals relied on Stephens-Adamson conveyor rolls and idlers - and for good reason. Some of the original rolls installed in 1978 are still operating there today, setting a high benchmark for reliability. When that design was no longer available, the site trialed several alternative manufacturers, but experienced premature failures or consistency issues.

A steady process helps the working day run more smoothly For an aggregates contractor, a good crushing day is one where material keeps moving evenly and the operator can stay focused on feeding the process. At Veraisen Sora in Finland, the Remote IC app helps the operator control and monitor the entire Lokotrack crushing process from the excavator cabin through a single dashboard. At the same time, Adaptive Feed Control helps keep the process stable and the material moving steadily.

Two machine process with high output At Veraisen Sora's Inkkiönkallio quarry, Tuomas Verainen, owner of Veraisen Sora, is always looking for ways to make production more efficient. One of the advantages of the Lokotrack® LT200HPX™ is that it combines high capacity withpre-screening, cone crushing and product screening in a compact track-mounted unit. The integrated pre-screen removes fines before they enter the crusher.

Aiming to expand its global presence in the battery market, Terrafameidentified operational safety and sustainable production as key enablers for successful integration into the value chain. Metso was selected as an end-to-end supplier for the project, offering comprehensive support from process piloting to production optimization, and aligning with Terrafame’s values for project success.