Electro-Extraction

Several industries have been using electrowinning and precipitation for centuries, with applications today spanning metal recovery and mining, refining, and wastewater treatment. These industries all need economical and straightforward purification processes for obtaining non-ferrous metals.

Today, these industries get to a state of metal purity by typically relying on some form of pyrometallurgy (high temperature smelting for metals extraction) or hydrometallurgy (cycles and cycles of chemical baths) at the end of their processes. However, pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy are both horrible for the environment, respectively requiring large amounts of energy or highly acidic solvents that go to waste after use.

With Nth Cycle’s technology, we can replace these harmful processes with a much cleaner solution. Our technology is third-party verified, reducing emissions by 92% compared to traditional mining processes and 42% compared to today’s best recycling alternatives, all while processing on-site with its modular design. While today’s industries need to transport their feedstock to large, centralized pyro- or hydro- refining facilities scattered through the globe, our technology can be located at the source, significantly reducing your processing transportation costs.