Laboratory of Pyro- and Hydrometallurgical Research Methods
Scientific Supervisor: Tazhiyev Ye.B., PhD
Objective: Development and implementation of resource- and energy-saving technologies for the processing of ores, intermediate products, and waste from beneficiation and metallurgical production.
Laboratory tasks:
- to study the influence of process factors on the performance indicators of pyro- and hydrometallurgical processes;
- to study electrometallurgical processes and identify the influence of factors and regularities (electrolysis, electrodialysis);
- to develop process regulations for metallurgical production.
Services provided:
- analysis and measurement of the density of liquids and solutions;
- qualitative and quantitative analysis of substance concentrations in solutions;
- thermal analysis of ore materials, chemical and metallic compounds;
- roasting and smelting of mineral, technogenic, and secondary raw materials (up to 1800 °C).
Clients: Kazakhmys Corporation LLP, KazMinerals LLP, Kazatomprom NAC JSC, Altynalmas JSC, KAZCHROME TNK JSC, Ust-Kamenogorsk Titanium and Magnesium Plant JSC, KAZZINC LLP, NC Engineering LLP, East Minerals Resources LLP, and other metallurgical companies and organisations.
Laboratory's uniqueness. Compared to similar well-known laboratories, the laboratory is equipped with the following unique instruments for conducting R&D of varying complexity:
METTLER TOLEDO D6 Excellence Digital Density Meter (Switzerland)
Best-in-class for measurement accuracy: the D6 Excellence density meter is designed for rapid measurements with automatic temperature control in the range of 0 to 95 °C and accuracy of 0.000005 g/cm³. Through the One Click user interface, the operator can initiate a full work cycle — including sample intake, measurement, rinsing and drying, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) — with a single touch. Video monitoring allows real-time observation of the measurement process. An automatic bubble detection algorithm prevents sampling errors.
Nabertherm Tubular Furnace RT 30-200/15/B510 (Germany) — used where laboratory experiments must be conducted in a horizontal or vertical position, or at a specific angle. Thanks to its variable tilt angle and working height, as well as its compact design, these tubular furnaces are also suitable for integration into existing production installations.
METTLER TOLEDO TGA/DSC 3+ Simultaneous Thermal Analyser (Switzerland) — allows analysis of different sample types across a range of up to 1600 °C. In addition to precise measurement of phase transition temperatures (melting or crystallisation), an additional DSC heat flow sensor simultaneously measures the magnitude of the associated thermal effects. The reliability of results obtained on the TGA/DSC 3+ is ensured by TGA balances developed by the world leader in weighing technology. In these balances, mass measurement is independent of sample position, and calibration using internal weights is performed automatically. The balances feature a wide weighing range, low minimum detectable mass, and very high accuracy.
OHAUS Starter ST5000-F pH Meter — a high-performance benchtop pH meter for accurate everyday laboratory measurements. Features: three endpoint modes, continuous measurement mode, calibration with up to nine points, and memory for 1,000 measurement results.
METTLER TOLEDO UV5 Spectrophotometer — equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen and a precision cuvette holder, featuring three built-in direct measurement modes (fixed wavelength, scanning, quantitative determination). FastTrack technology enables full-spectrum scanning across the range of 190–1100 nm in 1 second.
Nabertherm HT 16/18 High-Temperature Furnace with P570 (Germany) — for use in laboratories requiring the highest precision. Exceptional temperature uniformity and well-considered design details set unrivalled quality benchmarks. Maximum heating temperature: 1800 °C.
Alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
SDG 4 — Quality Education;
SDG 8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth;
SDG 9 — Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure;
SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production;
SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals