The research and development team at SQM DLE have successfully conducted tests with LiTHOS Group Ltd.’s AcQUA™ pre-treatment technology, yielding encouraging results. These tests, performed at LiTHOS’s facility in Bessemer, Alabama, examined the effectiveness of the technology in lithium recovery and impurity removal in fluid processing.
Key achievements of the tests include the notable rejection rates of Magnesium, Boric acid, Calcium, and Sulfates, crucial for high-purity lithium production essential for battery manufacturing. AcQUA™ technology utilizes a patent-pending electropressure membrane process, which enhances lithium concentration without freshwater and harmful chemicals, positioning it as an innovative and environmentally friendly mining technology.
The successful tests also highlight the environmental benefits of AcQUA™ technology by eliminating the need for evaporation ponds, thus reducing the environmental footprint associated with traditional lithium mining practices. This aligns with global sustainability standards, positioning LiTHOS Group Ltd. as a leader in sustainable lithium extraction technologies.
CEO of LiTHOS, Scott Taylor, emphasized the positive outcome of the tests with SQM field brines, underscoring the company’s commitment to collaboration and innovation in the sustainable mining sector. The operational and technological advantages of AcQUA™ technology enhance LiTHOS’s competitive position in meeting the increasing demand for high-purity lithium crucial for renewable energy technologies.
Furthermore, LiTHOS Group Ltd. aims to produce sustainable lithium without evaporation ponds through the AcQUA™ technology, which spans the complete value chain of lithium extraction. By leveraging strategic partnerships and innovative technologies, LiTHOS is well-positioned to address the global demand for sustainable lithium production.
