Alternative binder for copper concentrate briquetting

Abstract

In the paper, results of investigations on the use of new, alternative binder, based on technical grade glycerine and higher alcohols, for copper matte briquetting are presented. The use of alternative binder yields briquettes that show better drop and compressive strength properties compared with briquettes produced using traditional, sulphite lye binding material.

Keywords

• copper concentrate
• briquetting
• binder
• briquette strength