Water in Flotation

Dear Colleagues,

It is widely acknowledged that water quality plays a crucial role in the success of flotation. The low availability of freshwater resources near mining locations in some parts of the world poses a significant threat to froth flotation, as water acts as both a reagent and a transport medium. In mining regions where the availability of fresh water is scarce, alternative sources such as treated sewage effluent, groundwater, and seawater are being explored for their suitability in the process. Other strategies focus on managing existing process water through recycling, reuse, and reduction. However, these approaches may introduce unwanted substances like easily dissolvable solids, substances increased salinity, unspent reagents, and biological matter, which can significantly affect flotation chemistry.

We therefore invite you to submit manuscripts on the topic of water in flotation, which may include the following:

• The treatment of water from flotation tailings and concentrates before reuse;
• The dewatering of tailings and concentrates;
• Novel techniques and instruments used to monitor water quality in flotation.

We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions!

Dr. Malibongwe Manono
Dr. Kirsten Claire Corin
Guest Editors

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• dewatering of tailings
• flotation chemistry
• inorganic electrolytes
• microbes in water
• residual reagents
• water balancing
• water quality