Oil Skimmers for Mining and Mineral Processing: Tailings and Process Water Treatment

Oil Recovery Challenges in Mining Operations

Mining and mineral processing operations generate oil-contaminated water from equipment hydraulics, crushing and grinding circuits, flotation processes, and vehicle maintenance. Oil in tailings ponds, process water circuits, and settling basins must be removed to protect the environment and comply with mining regulations. Vens Hydroluft's Canadian-manufactured oil skimmers provide proven solutions for open-pit mines, underground operations, and mineral processing plants worldwide.

Recommended Mining Oil Skimmer Solutions

For tailings ponds and settling basins, floating drum skimmers and the ORBIS Pro+ floating multi-disc skimmer handle varying water levels and harsh conditions. For process water sumps, belt oil skimmers and chain skimmers withstand abrasive conditions. Deploy containment booms to contain oil before skimming, and use portable vacuum systems for maintenance spills. See mining applications on our YouTube channel and contact us for mine-specific solutions.