SIMINECIS PREP    Tailored technological and electrical engineering solutions for preparation plants

SIMINECIS PREP is the comprehensive solution for process optimization, increased output and lower operating costs in preparation plants in the copper industry. The smooth integration of technology, electrical engineering, automation and drive technology from a single source creates end-to-end improvements that are greater than the sum of the individual parts.

Completely Integrated Solutions for Preperation The challenge The preparation of copper ores in concentration plants is a key stage between the extraction of the ore and the production of the metal. Being competitive in this case means firstly increasing output and secondly reducing wear and tear and costs for service and repairs. And last but not least, it is important to keep consumption of the two most important process media – water and electrical power – within bounds.

Our solution

SIMINECIS PREP is our total solution for copper preparation, comprising process technology as well as leading electrical engineering, automation and drive technology solutions. Our SIMINECIS MILL GD gearless drive systems have been synonymous for years with virtually wearfree operation. The patented control concept allows precise matching to every requirement up to and including operation at minimum speeds during inspection. The consequence are short downtimes and hence considerably higher overall productivity. The picture is similar with the mill pump drives. Our SIMINECIS PUMP GD drive solution also sets “gearless” standards, for example up to 30% more efficient utilization of energy and significantly higher pump availability. All in all our process control solutions grouped together in the SIMINECIS CC control center ensure high transparency, simple operation and high availability.

Good reasons for SIMINECIS PREP

Increased plant productivity thanks to standard automation concepts

Output-optimized operation of the plant through stabilization of the material parameters at the beginning of the process, and through perfectly matched process steps

Reduced use of process media due to special process design

High level of flexibility and availability of the plant; mechanical damage is avoided by using high-grade, industry-tested system components

Why Completely Integrated Solutions from Siemens deliver more:

SIMINECIS PREP is an overall solution that integrates the horizontal, vertical and time dimension of copper preparation plants, thereby addressing all three key factors in system performance simultaneously: Horizontally the solution is aimed at improving the entire value added process through the combination of proven power supply, drive and automation systems with technology-specific solutions. Examples range from the gearless drive system to the technological control system for optimizing mill output, even with different material properties. Vertically, system-specific IT solutions allow direct intervention in the process, and processing of all relevant information for decision making at all corporate levels. This includes, for example, optimum matching of the process steps which are coordinated in our control center. In the time dimension, SIMINECIS PREP creates sustained competitiveness through a service aimed not only at optimizing components but also at achieving a real improvement in processes. The interface-optimized configuration and provision for a harmonious process of further technical development ensure maximum protection of your investment and a substantial reduction in life cycle costs.