METSIM originated as a metallurgical process
simulation program, written to perform mass balances around the major unit
operations of complex process flowsheets. Application of the program proved so
successful that it was expanded to include detailed heat balances, chemistry,
process controls, equipment sizing, cost estimation, and process analysis. The
unique nature of the programming language, APL, allows modification and
expansion of the system with minimum effort and permits the incorporation of
continuing technological innovations in process simulation.
Many diverse processes have been modeled with
METSIM, including:
- SAG/Ball
Milling and Flotation of Various Ores
- Chloride
Leaching of Molybdenum Concentrates
-
Hydrochloric Acid Leaching of Alumina Clays
- Gold
Cyanidation / Precipitation
-
Roasting/Flash Smelting of Copper Concentrates
- Acid and
Carbonate Leaching of Uranium and Vanadium Ores
- Heavy
Media Coal Preparation Plants
- Base
Metal Smelting
- Gold,
Nickel, Uranium, and Copper Heap Leaching
