◆ Exhibition Background:
Flotation reagents are indispensable chemical aids in the mineral processing process, primarily used to improve the recovery rate and grade of useful components in ore. 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 mineral resource demand 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 stable demand for flotation reagents. According to recent market data, the global annual consumption of flotation reagents shows a trend of slow growth. The Asia-Pacific region, rich in mineral resources and with a 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 producers, 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 efficiency. 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 directions, domestic and foreign 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 resource development and utilization process, and promoted the industry's green development into 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 mission of improving the comprehensive utilization level of mineral resources and promoting the development of green mining. Currently, the flotation reagent industry is facing 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 thearing high-quality development of the industry. 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 release 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 exclusive channels in the blue ocean market worth hundreds of billions. The key lies in grasping the rhythm 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 Exhibitionis an international brand event in the industry held according to the principles of "professionalization, 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 bestplatform to "understand industry information, grasp market trends, display corporate brands, and 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 strongly promoted the comprehensive entry of Chinese flotation reagents and mining chemicals related products into the global procurement system, and coordinated cooperation, mutual benefit, and win-win common development and progress with the flotation reagents and mining chemicals industries of countries around the world.
◆ Schedule:
Registration & 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, Soda ash, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium sulfide, Copper sulfate, Zinc sulfate
►Depressants: Cyanides (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 removers, 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 aids
►Others: Dust suppressants, Antifreeze, Lubricants, Detergents, Antirust agents
III. Environmentally Friendly Mining Reagents;
►Low-toxic / Non-toxic Flotation Reagents: Non-cyanide depressants, Eco-friendly 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 aids
►Circulating Water Reagents: Scale and corrosion inhibitors, Bactericides and algaecides, 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, Pulp online detection systems
►Storage and Transportation: Anti-corrosion storage tanks, Agitating devices, Special pumps and valves, Pipe fittings
V. Mine Environmental Protection and Water Treatment Chemicals;
►Mine / Mineral Processing Wastewater Treatment: Coagulants, Decolorizing agents, Oil removers, Ammonia nitrogen removers
►Sludge / Tailings Treatment: Dewatering agents, Filter press aids, Curing and stabilizing agents
►Atmospheric Control: Dust suppressants, Desulfurization and denitrification aids, 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 technology 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