Metso Outotec is to supply manganese, cobalt, and nickel solvent extraction technology for a battery recycling plant to be built in Rochester, New York.
The move stems from an agreement with Li-Cycle North America Hub (© Mohamed Ahmed Soliman | Dreamstime.com)
The delivery includes three modular VSFX solvent extraction plants and related Dual Media Filters, and basic engineering.
The move stems from an agreement with Li-Cycle North America Hub.
Jari Ålgars, president of the metals business area at Metso Outotec, says: “We are looking forward to working with Li-Cycle on this battery recycling project. The energy-efficient, modular VSFX solvent extraction plant, which is part of our Planet Positive product range, reduces emissions and is safe to operate. The Li-Cycle project will be an important new reference for Metso Outotec in the battery recycling business.”
