Eriez Mineral Laboratory Services

Advancing Mineral Processing Through Innovation and Expertise

Eriez has a state-of-the-art laboratory facility based in Erie, Pennsylvania dedicated to advancing mineral processing technologies. Backed by our team of engineers, the lab is positioned to offer comprehensive testing and analytical services for a wide range of mineral processing applications. Our mission is to:

Increase the safety and profitability of your operation by optimizing the process flowsheets designed to lower OPEX and CAPEX
Improve plant efficiency and alleviate environmental challenges
Solve processing bottlenecks and challenges in fine and coarse flotation circuits
Utilize our vast experience in brownfield as well as greenfield testing

Core Lab Capabilities

Flotation Testing

Fine Flotation: Bench-scale testing using StackCell® and CavTube technologies for ultrafine recovery.
Coarse Particle Flotation (CPF): HydroFloat® technology for recovering coarsely liberated minerals.

Hydraulic Classification

CrossFlow® separators for size, density, and shape-based separation.
Applications include phosphate, potash, lithium, coal, garnet, and more.

Analytical Services

Sample prep: digestion, fusion, pelletizing
Characterization: homogenization, size analysis
Classification: screening, desliming, hydraulic separation
Comminution: crushing, milling
Magnetic separation: LIMS, MIMS, WHIMS
Instrument finish: XRF, ICP-OES, AA, LECO sulfur analysis
Precious metals: fire assay

Minerals We Specialize In

Our technical team brings 60+ years of combined experience across:

Copper (Cu/Mo, Cu/Au)
Iron Ore (Magnetite, Hematite, BHQ)
Phosphate (Sedimentary and Igneous)
Potash
Rare Earth Elements (REEs)
Heavy Mineral Sands
Silica
Polymetallic Minerals
Bauxite
Nickel
Calcite
Gold
Lithium (Spodumene, Lepidolite)
Oil Sands
Coal
Graphite
Silver
Feldspar

Comprehensive Testing & Analytical Services

Our lab is equipped to support a wide range of mineral processing applications, helping clients:

Optimize process flowsheets to reduce OPEX and CAPEX
Improve plant efficiency and environmental performance
Solve bottlenecks in fine and coarse flotation circuits
Conduct both greenfield and brownfield testing

How can we help?

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Technical Assistance

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Testing and Technical Services

Eriez maintains an assortment of bench- and pilot-scale equipment for both laboratory and in-field evaluations. With more than 15,000 square feet of dedicated laboratory space and an array of lab and pilot equipment, Eriez has the tools to test and provide detailed process analysis and state-of-the-art solutions for nearly any application.

How To Submit Samples For Testing

Instructions for how to submit a sample for testing. NOTE: Samples will be accepted only after consultation with the Eriez Sales Department. Because in many cases it is more appropriate to test at your site, Eriez offers rental equipment and on-site technical services. Contact your Eriez representative for details.