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Development of an ESG Strategy for the Mining Industry
The focus is on reducing the carbon footprint by mineralizing tailings from the processing plant with CO2 absorption. Technologies have been proposed to convert production waste into a valuable product and integrate it into the technological chain.
Problem Description:
Achieving strategic ESG goals in the new cycle required ambitious projects.
Object:
Finely ground rock containing particles smaller than 0.4 mm (something like very fine sand) %, which has the potential to absorb greenhouse gases.
Solution:
Development of a technology for accelerated mineralization of tailings.
Result:
Reduction of emissions by 1 million tons per year.
Key project implementation stages:
Sampling from tailings ponds
Laboratory study of natural mineralization processes of selected samples, constructing a mathematical model to assess the absorption potential of the tailings pond
Development of technology to accelerate absorption, determination of bubbling regimes, and design of installations
Experience in Metallurgy Implementation
Organization of continuous non-destructive control of grain sizes for cold-rolled dynamo steel
Key project implementation stages:
Conducting a technology audit
Defining the control area
Testing equipment, analyzing performance, training algorithms
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Cold rolling mill for precision alloys
Lack of reliable suppliers of small batches of sheet metal from nickel alloys and special steels in the market.
Problem Description:
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Experience in Metallurgy Implementation
Key project implementation stages:
Development of technical requirements for equipment
Creation of the project’s financial model
Establishment of requirements for premises and foundation
Development of regulatory documentation
Hiring and training of plant personnel
Commissioning of the mill and auxiliary equipment
Development of Technology for the Production of Rolled Products from Nickel Alloys
Case №1
Forecasted decline in demand for cathode nickel and cobalt.
Problem Description:
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Experience in Metallurgy Implementation
Key project implementation stages:
Analysis of technical documentation for rolled semi-finished products
Computer modeling of the technological chain for the production of semi-finished products
Development of technological modes on laboratory equipment
Refinement of technological processes
Conducting tests in accordance with product supply standards
Improving the Quality of Drilling Operations
Experience in Mechanical Engineering Implementation
Uncertainties in the geological structure of development sites and the discrepancy between ore body boundaries in the block model and their actual position lead to the capture of additional waste rock.
Problem Description:
Case №1
Case №2
Reducing the volume of well re-drilling for blasting
Decreasing the proportion of diluting material in the feed to the beneficiation plant and increasing the recovery of target components
Improving the quality of final concentrates
Key project implementation stages:
Modification of Barrier Material to Improve the Reliability of Underground Radioactive Waste Storage (RAW)
Case №1
When disposing of RAW, it is necessary to ensure complete hermetic sealing of the capsules to prevent waste from entering underground water and contaminating the territory.
Problem Description:
Case №2
Reduction in the volume of well re-drilling for blasting
Reduction of the diffusion coefficient of the barrier layer by 2 times
Improvement in the quality of final concentrates
Outcome of the work:
Experience in Mechanical Engineering Implementation
Audit of technology and material
Review of available solutions
Risk analysis and selection of the optimal technology
Key project implementation stages:
Pilot testing and assessment of the chosen technology’s effectiveness
Implementation of the barrier material treatment methodology
Evaluation of results based on laboratory tests (including international centers)
Goals:
5x EBITDA impact
10x return on R&D investments
Achieving carbon neutrality in business
Creating proprietary research/innovation infrastructure
Building teams and long-term competency development
Development of
Growth Strategies
Development and implementation of strategies for companies in ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy, the mining industry, energy, engineering, FMCG, and high-tech manufacturing.
Key project implementation stages:
Audit of production processes, operational and project activities of the company
Researching technological and market trends, competitor analysis
Studying customer experience and the evolution of customer demand
Forming a sustainable idea funnel, filling the portfolio with strategic initiatives
Implementing a portfolio of technological, product development, and production efficiency improvement projects
Implementing a system of cross-functional KPIs, motivation and development systems, supporting the achievement of strategic goals
Goals:
5x EBITDA impact
10x return on R&D investments
Achieving carbon neutrality in business
Creating proprietary research/innovation infrastructure
Building teams and long-term competency development
Experience in Establishing R&D Centers
Opening an international R&D center for product and technology development of a vertically integrated metallurgical company.
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Rapid and effective implementation of an R&D project portfolio within the framework of the group's product and technology development strategy.
Goal:
Creating a portfolio of product and technology development projects
Analyzing the required scope of research in terms of quantity and methods
Determining the list of equipment, placement concept, staffing levels, and competency models
Key project implementation stages:
Defining the project budget and executing the investment project
Procuring equipment, and recruiting and hiring the research team
The necessary and sufficient set of universal equipment was determined, the concept center was established, and functions, goals, and tasks were defined for R&D units. An investment project worth $12 million was implemented, and 50+ employees were hired.
Solution:
Results:
The R&D center currently operates the following:
  • Coatings and Computer Modeling Laboratory (1600 m², Belgium)
  • Microstructural Analysis Laboratory (200 m², Russia))
  • Physical Modeling of Metallurgical Processes Laboratory (300 m², Russia)
  • Pilot Production Facility (1500 m², Russia)
Creation of a dedicated laboratory for prototyping batteries and researching cathode materials.
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Rapid and effective implementation of a strategic investment project to enter the downstream market.
Goal:
Creating a portfolio of product and technology development projects
Searching for available technological solutions, purchasing technology in China
Searching and analyzing available laboratory facilities for purchase
Key project implementation stages:
Structuring and completing the acquisition deal
Experience in Establishing R&D Centers
The necessary and sufficient set of universal equipment was determined, the functions, goals, and tasks of the laboratory were established, and an M&A procedure was completed.
Solution:
Results:
A modern laboratory with established prototyping and testing processes, trained personnel, and readiness for technology transfer to Russia.
Increasing the overall recovery rate of Ni and PGM
During the beneficiation of copper-nickel ores, tailings with a high content of non-ferrous and precious metals were formed and sent to the tailings storage facility. The recovery of platinum group metals was no more than 40%.
Problem Description:
Experience in Natural Resource Extraction Implementation
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Technology and material audit
Review of available solutions and technologies
Risk analysis
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Search for contractors, pilot testing, and evaluation of technology effectiveness
Evaluation of the effectiveness of the proposed technological solutions based on PIT results
Preparation of materials for project defense at the Investment Committe
Conducting pilot-industrial tests (PIT)
Support for project implementation at the production site
Improving the quality of finished nickel cathodes by reducing impurity elements.
During nickel production using the chloride dissolution technology, finished cathodes were produced that did not meet the material requirements for the production of special alloys and galvanizers due to the high content of Zn and Pb impurities.
Problem Description:
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Experience in Natural Resource Extraction Implementation
Audit of the technological chain and materials used
Formulation of hypotheses on possible sources of zinc and lead
Development of an assessment methodology
Key project implementation stages:
Identification of sources using the developed methodology (air analysis in work zones near presumed sources)
Development of measures for the prompt elimination of unaccounted sources of zinc and lead
Confirmation of the achieved result
Analysis of laboratory test results
Development of new technologies for the application of by-products from metallurgical production — blast furnace and converter slags.
Low demand for by-products from metallurgical production and limited capacity of slag dumps lead to their overflow.
Problem Description:
Experience in Project Implementation in FMSG
Technologies for processing metallurgical slags into modifying additives for cements, abrasive materials, and anti-shrinkage additives were developed
Additives for concrete were created
Certificates for the application of slag products in various construction areas were obtained
Outcome of the work:
The added value of by-products from metallurgical production increased
An investment project for the construction of a slag processing complex was launched
The results of the work were protected by Russian patents
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Development of technology for the production of environmentally safe targets for trap shooting and sporting.
Experience in Project Implementation in FMSG
The export of targets for trap shooting and sporting to EU countries was halted due to environmental restrictions on the raw materials used.
Problem Description:
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New formulations that meet the environmental requirements of EU countries were developed
For each formulation, a production technology was developed with maximum use of existing equipment
New formulations that meet additional consumer requirements were developed
Outcome of the work:
The results of the work were protected by Russian patents
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