Metso Receives Order for Filtration Equipment in India

Metso has secured an order to supply filtration technology for a long-distance iron ore slurry pipeline project in India. The equipment will be used for concentrate filtration in pellet production, supporting sustainable dewatering processes. The order, booked under the Minerals segment’s fourth-quarter 2024 results, includes 16 Larox® FFP3512 filters, along with slurry feed pumps, filtrate pumps, spare parts, and advisory services for installation and commissioning.

The Larox® FFP3512 is a fully automatic, fast-opening filter press designed for high-volume dewatering with low operating costs. Featuring membrane technology, hole-less filter cloths, and a sidebar design, the solution is part of the Metso Plus offering, combining efficiency with safety and sustainability in mining operations.

Metso says this order reflects growing demand for advanced filtration solutions that minimize environmental impact while optimizing operational performance. The company’s equipment is tailored to meet the needs of high-capacity projects such as iron ore pellet production.

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