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Tsumeb sulphuric acid plant, Namibia

11th October 2013

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

  

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Name and Location
Tsumeb sulphuric acid plant, Namibia.

Client
Dundee Precious Metals.

Project Description
The project involves the construction of a state-of-the-art sulphuric acid plant for the copper-producing Tsumeb smelter.

The project is aimed at eliminating problematic sulphur dioxide gas that is released during the copper smelting process. The plant will capture and convert sulphur dioxide into a value-added product, namely sulphuric acid, which will be sold to Namibia’s uranium companies for use in their production processes.

The facility will be capable of producing between 270 000 t/y and 340 000 t/y of acid.

Value
N$2.3-billion.

Duration
Construction of the facility is expected to be completed in September 2014.

Latest Developments
The project officially broke ground on September 5.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Outotec (construction contract).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Dundee Precious Metals, tel +264 61385000 or fax +264 61 35001.
Outotec, tel +27 12 649 0100 or fax +27 12 649 0123.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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