◆ Exhibition Background:
Flotation reagents are indispensable chemical auxiliaries in the mineral processing process, primarily used to improve the recovery rate and grade of useful components in ores. As an important auxiliary industry for mineral resource development, the development of flotation reagent manufacturers is closely related to the prosperity of the mining industry. In recent years, with structural changes in global demand for mineral resources and continuously increasing environmental protection requirements, the flotation reagent industry is undergoing profound adjustment and transformation. The scale of the flotation reagent industry is closely tied to global mining activities. Currently, global mineral resource development is mainly concentrated in non-ferrous metals, precious metals, and industrial minerals, with corresponding demand for flotation reagents remaining stable. According to market data from recent years, the global annual consumption of flotation reagents shows a trend of slow growth. Among them, the Asia-Pacific region, due to its abundant mineral resources and developed mineral processing industry, has become the world's most innovative consumer market for flotation reagents. As a major country in mineral resources, China has a large number of flotation reagent manufacturers, but they are mainly small and medium-sized enterprises, resulting in low industry concentration.
Although the flotation reagent industry faces multiple challenges such as environmental protection, costs, and talent, the overall development prospects remain positive. The application of flotation reagents promotes mining development and greatly improves the resource recovery and utilization rate of mineral resources. However, the pollution problem caused by flotation reagents to the environment is a key factor restricting their greater efficacy. With the continuous development and utilization of mineral resources, mineral resources gradually exhibit characteristics of being "poor," "complex," and "fine," making traditional mineral processing technology usually difficult to achieve economic, clean, and efficient utilization. The industry structure is expected to be further optimized, and enterprises with technical and service advantages will gain more development opportunities. To achieve the in-depth advancement of the "Dual Carbon" strategy and guide mineral processing technology towards high efficiency, energy saving, green, and low-carbon development, domestic and international low-carbon mineral processing technologies have mainly carried out theoretical innovation and technological development in directions such as low-energy crushing and grinding technology, high-efficiency separation technology, green and low-carbon reagent development technology, short-process mineral processing technology, and intelligent mineral processing technology. This has improved resource utilization efficiency, reduced energy consumption and carbon emissions in the process of resource development and utilization, and promoted the industry's green development to enter a new stage.
Against the backdrop of increasing global resource demand and growing environmental pressure, the flotation reagent industry, as an important supporting industry for the sustainable development of mining, shoulders the major mission of improving the comprehensive utilization level of mineral resources and promoting the development of green mining. Currently, the flotation reagent industry faces problems such as involution competition within the industry, structural overcapacity of domestic production, uneven technical levels, large differences in regional policies, and repeated construction of low-end capacity, which have become obstacles to the industry achieving high-quality development. The whole industry and local governments should act synergistically to promote the optimization of capacity layout and the unification of regional policies, scientifically plan capacity layout, resolutely put an end to blind expansion, avoid overcapacity and resource waste, and promote regional coordinated development. Optimize the product structure, develop differentiated products with strong pertinence and excellent performance according to mineral resource types and mineral processing process needs, and form a characteristic and high-end product system. Through differentiated development, the flotation reagent industry will effectively avoid involution competition, optimize the industrial structure, improve the overall efficiency of the industry, and provide stronger support for the high-quality development of mining.
Standing at the key node of mining transformation and upgrading, the flotation reagent industry is ushering in a period of释放 of technological dividends. For entrepreneurs with technical sensitivity, by differentiating product positioning and building a professional service system, it is entirely possible to open up an exclusive channel in the blue ocean market worth hundreds of billions. The key lies in grasping the pace of technological iteration and building a sustainable innovation and R&D system, so as to achieve long-term profitability in fierce competition. The 2027 International Flotation Reagents and Mining Chemicals Exhibition is an international brand event in the industry held in accordance with the principles of "specialization, internationalization, and branding." With both government support and the participation of industry authorities, its popularity and influence in the industry are rising day by day. Industry insiders have regarded it as the best platform to "understand industry information, grasp market trends, display corporate brands, expand trade channels, and seek cooperation opportunities." The good results of the exhibition have won the praise and favor of many exhibitors and visitors. It has forcefully promoted the comprehensive entry of Chinese flotation reagents and mining chemicals related products into the global procurement system, and coordinated cooperation, mutual benefit, win-win results, and common development and progress with the flotation reagents and mining chemicals industries of countries around the world.
◆ Schedule:
Registration & Booth Setup: April 25-26, 2027 (8:30--17:30)
Opening Ceremony: April 27, 2027 (9:00--9:30)
Exhibition: April 27-29, 2027 (8:30--17:00)
Dismantling: Afternoon of April 29, 2027 (8:30--15:00)
◆ Scope of Exhibits:
I. Core Flotation Reagents;
► Collectors: Xanthates, Dithiophosphates, Thiocarbamates, Phosphonic acids, Fatty acids, New composite collectors
► Frothers: Alcohols, Ethers, Terpenes, Composite frothers
► Modifiers: Lime, Sodium carbonate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium sulfide, Copper sulfate, Zinc sulfate
► Depressants: Cyanide (substitutes), Starch, Tannin, Humic acid, Organic depressants, Heavy metal depressants
► Dispersants / Flocculants: Polyelectrolytes, Polyacrylamide (PAM), Polyaluminum chloride (PAC), Inorganic dispersants
► Others: Grinding aids, Activators, Defoamers, Slime dispersants, Cleaning aids
II. General Mining Chemicals;
► Mineral Processing: Extractants, Diluents, Leaching agents, Precipitants, Chelating agents
► Mine Support: Anchoring agents, Grouting materials, Sealants, Mining resins
► Blasting Safety: Emulsifiers, Stabilizers, Corrosion inhibitors, Explosion-proof auxiliaries
► Others: Dust suppressants, Antifreezes, Lubricants, Detergents, Antirust agents
III. Environmentally Friendly Mining Reagents;
► Low-toxic / Non-toxic Flotation Reagents: Non-cyanide depressants, Environmental collectors, Biodegradable reagents
► Heavy Metal Treatment Reagents: Chelating precipitants, Heavy metal capture agents, Slag stabilizing agents
► Tailings Dry Discharge / Revegetation: Tailings curing agents, Soil conditioners, Vegetation growth auxiliaries
► Circulating Water Reagents: Scale and corrosion inhibitors, Bactericidal and algicidal agents, Water-saving flocculants
IV. Intelligent Dosing and Supporting Equipment;
► Automatic Dosing / Dosing Systems: Intelligent dosing machines, PLC/DCS control systems, Precision metering pumps
► Reagent Preparation Devices: Dissolving tanks, Dilution tanks, Reactors, Filtration and purification equipment
► Online Monitoring Instruments: pH/ORP sensors, Reagent concentration analyzers, Slurry online detection systems
► Storage and Transportation: Anti-corrosion storage tanks, Agitation devices, Special pumps and valves, Pipeline accessories
V. Mine Environmental Protection and Water Treatment Chemicals;
► Mine / Mineral Processing Wastewater Treatment: Coagulants, Decolorizing agents, Oil removers, Ammonia nitrogen removers
► Sludge / Tailings Treatment: Dehydrating agents, Filter press aids, Curing and stabilizing agents
► Atmospheric Control: Dust suppressants, Desulfurization and denitrification auxiliaries, VOCs treatment agents
► Solid Waste Resource Utilization: Salt mud recovery reagents, Valuable metal enriching agents
VI. Research, Technical Services, and Digitalization;
► R&D and Innovation: Universities / Research institutes, New reagent R&D, Formula customization, Pilot scale technology
► Engineering Services: Mineral processing process design, EPC general contracting, Reagent optimization and commissioning, Operation and maintenance trusteeship
► Digital Platforms: Intelligent mineral processing systems, Reagent AI optimization, Mine digital twins, Energy management systems
► Testing and Certification: Reagent performance testing, Environmental certification, Safety assessment, Standard formulation