The Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara Nickel Company, located in Holguin province. It is advancing the modernization of its production infrastructure by installing a new settling tank from China. A key investment to optimize mineral processing and support the national economy.
Nickel Industry, Moa: In the heart of the mining area of the municipality of Moa. Workers at this company are working against the clock to assemble a new settling tank with Asian technology. The equipment, belonging to the leaching and washing unit (specifically unit 109 of the B series). Aims to modernize the technological flow of one of the country’s most strategic industries.
Alexander Garcés, the factory’s general manager, recently supervised the work along with production and plant managers. According to statements given to the local press. This investment is vital for implementing technical improvements in mineral processing. Which will translate into greater operational efficiency and a more rational use of resources.
The implementation of this technology at the mining facility is not an isolated event. It is part of a development program aimed at modernizing Cuba’s industrial infrastructure, based on international cooperation and the efforts of local specialists.
According to technical reports, the proper functioning of the settling tanks is crucial in the carbonate-ammonia leaching process that characterizes the “Che Guevara” plant. Previous studies have indicated that efficiency in this phase directly impacts metal recovery. And reduces losses of valuable material during the process.
On the other hand, specialized international sources indicate that the nickel industry in Cuba faces challenges related to fuel supply and infrastructure wear and tear. Making these investments even more necessary to maintain production levels.
Maintenance work at the nickel industry in Moa, Cuba, which possesses significant nickel reserves. Its production is one of the country’s key exports. The modernization of the Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara Mining Company. Which has been operating for over three decades, is seen by experts as an essential step to maintain the sector’s competitiveness.
Cooperation with China in this area is not new. Modernization and marketing agreements were already signed in 2011 with companies from the Asian giant to guarantee the purchase of production and the upgrading of equipment. Now, with the installation of this new settling tank. A technological alliance is being consolidated that seeks to secure the future of mining in the eastern region of the country.
Meanwhile, engineers and technicians from Holguin continue with the assembly work. Aware that each piece put in place brings Cuba closer to a more efficient and sustainable management of its natural resources.
By: Daimy Peña Guillén
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