Lithium Upstream Mining

Innovative measurement instruments are at the heart of optimizing the three methodologies of lithium extraction: Brine Evaporation Ponds, Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE), and Hard Rock. Discover how our solutions are empowering mining companies to achieve new standards of productivity, environmental responsibility, and worker safety in lithium upstream mining.

Methodologies

Brine

Frequently Asked Questions

Instrumentation supports lithium extraction by improving process control, recovery efficiency, and sustainability across brine operations, hard rock processing, and direct lithium extraction. 

Flow, density, level, and analytical measurements from Flexim, Micro Motion, and Rosemount are critical for improving lithium recovery, reducing reagent waste, and lowering water and energy use. 

Better process monitoring helps lithium producers improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety, reduce environmental impact, and support more sustainable production.

Flexim flow and Micro Motion density measurement improve brine control, process consistency, and lithium recovery efficiency while reducing variability in extraction operations. 

Rosemount analytical measurement and Micro Motion density technology improve chemical control, reduce reagent overuse, and help lithium processors lower waste while maintaining product quality. 

Rosemount level and wireless monitoring improve pond visibility, support better water management, and help lithium operations strengthen sustainability and remote asset control.