Proven Results in Metal Recovery
Our case studies demonstrate the real impact of Refnic’s advanced hydrometallurgical processes. From black mass refining to lithium recovery, these projects showcase higher yields, superior purity, reduced environmental footprint, and strong commercial viability.
Featured Case Studies
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2026 • Uttar Pradesh, India
10,000 TPA Black Mass Refining Plant – NMC Chemistry
Refnic designed and commissioned a full hydrometallurgical refining line for a leading Indian recycler. Achieved 96.5% combined recovery of nickel, cobalt & manganese with battery-grade sulfate purity (>99.5%). Reduced energy consumption by 38% compared to the client’s previous process.
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02
2026 • Gujarat, India
Lithium Recovery Enhancement from LFP Black Mass
Client was recovering less than 40% lithium using conventional methods. After implementing Refnic’s optimized selective leaching and precipitation flowsheet, lithium recovery increased to 94%. Project delivered positive ROI within 14 months.
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2024 • Pilot Scale • Pan-India
Mixed Black Mass Processing – Chemistry Agnostic Solution
Successfully processed varying ratios of NMC, NCA, and LFP black mass in a single flexible flowsheet. Maintained consistent recovery rates above 92% across all metals while meeting strict impurity specifications required by cathode manufacturers.
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2026 • Rajasthan, India
Modular Containerized Refining Unit Deployment
Deployed a 2,000 TPA modular refining plant in just 11 weeks. Client achieved commercial production with 95%+ metal recovery and significantly lower CAPEX compared to traditional plant construction. Ideal model for rapid scaling across multiple locations.
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Key Outcomes Across Projects
- Recovery Improvement: 40–60% higher metal recovery compared to legacy processes
- Purity Achievement: Battery-grade materials (>99.5%) accepted by major cathode producers
- Project Timeline: Modular plants commissioned 50–60% faster than conventional setups
- Environmental Benefit: Up to 45% reduction in energy use and CO₂ emissions
- Economic Impact: Payback periods ranging from 12 to 24 months
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