Improve quality, productivity and safety in copper smelting

Minimise slag carry-over on every pour

One of the biggest challenges in copper smelting is preventing excess slag carry-over when tapping molten copper matte from the furnace.

Recovering more valuable metal and less slag from every tap has a direct impact on profitability, productivity and product quality. Traditional visual methods of slag detection are inconsistent and inaccurate – and expose operators to extreme heat and multiple safety hazards.

The LAND Slag Detection System (SDS) uses infrared beams to monitor the molten material safely and continuously during tapping. Thermal imaging distinguishes between copper matte and slag in real time, giving operators clear and objective data to inform tap stopping – or triggering an automated stop with no need for manual intervention.

Benefits of the LAND Slag Detection System

Quality - enhances copper consistency, with slag carry-over reduced by up to 25% compared to manual tap monitoring.
Productivity - increases yields through improved copper recovery and reduced losses.
Safety - remote monitoring reduces exposure to extreme heat, fumes and splash hazards, creating a safer working environment.
Profitability - reduces raw material costs, operational expenses and downstream processing costs.
Sustainability - saves energy and cuts emissions through continuous optimisation, reducing raw material use and minimising secondary processing.

Download our SDS application note

Find out how advanced slag-detection technology works continuously to improve the quality of copper from smelting operations.

Download our free application note to find out how the LAND SDS can help you:

Produce more valuable metal and less waste.
Optimise efficiency and reduce costs.
Take control using real-time data for accurate tap stopping.
Improve health and safety for teams on the ground.

Cover of the LAND application note: Slag Detection in Copper Smelting.

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