PMAP
Turning Mining Waste into Treasure

Mining operations generate vast amounts of solid and liquid waste. Traditionally, companies have relied on centuries-old practices like lime treatment to address acidic wastewater, producing substantial sludge and hazardous solid waste. While lime is inexpensive and readily available, it not only creates serious concerns that can potentially harm local communities and the surroundings in general but also limits the possibility of recovering valuable metals from mine wastewater.

Mitigating these liabilities associated with conventional methods requires an innovative approach to preserving, protecting, and promoting healthy ecosystems.

PMAP, an eco-innovative company, cracks the code for these deeply sedimented problems, offering a safer, more efficient, and cost-effective alternative for treating mine wastewater. Built upon the founder’s extensive industry experience and knowledge, PMAP’s patented solution reduces sludge generation and creates value for the mines instead of relying on batch verification practices. Its core technology is based on a new chemical formulation and an intelligent dispensing system for precise reagent distribution.

“We have formulated a novel green reagent that effectively neutralizes harmful contaminations,” says Mohsen Barkh, founder and senior process engineer. “Our patented formula ensures optimal pH balance while preventing the overuse of neutralization reagents.”

This non-hazardous, environmentally friendly, and biocompatible reagent, coupled with an Unmanned Smart Dispensing Vessel (USDV), optimizes mining operations. The AI-based USDV accurately measures both the quantity and quality of water to ensure precise injection of the required reagent, facilitating efficient and environmentally friendly management of tailing pond treatment. The use of modern AI technology enables on-site analysis, providing comprehensive control over the treatment process and reducing reliance on traditional equipment like pumps and clarifiers, lowering operational costs and enhancing financial sustainability for clients.

Unlike traditional treatments, PMAP’s approach helps recover valuable metals from wastewater like copper, nickel or cadmium. This recovery capability adds greater value to clients, making PMAP the perfect and profitable choice for wastewater treatment.

What gives PMAP a competitive edge is its focus on sustainability and safety. The company minimizes safety risks associated with transport, handling, and operation, enabling clients to effectively meet their ESG goals. It also helps create healthier environments for those living near mining operations by improving the water quality, which is discharged to the pond after treatment.

Testifying the value that PMAP brings to the table are numerous successes where clients reaped significant benefits. For instance, a mine that spent around $7 million on water treatment using traditional methods sought cost-effective solutions to reduce expenses. Deploying PMAP‘s technology, the client cut their cost by nearly half and could recover valuable materials from the wastewater, turning a liability into a profit. The client also improved their environmental impact by avoiding transporting and using dangerous materials. They made approximately $10 million by selling the recovered materials, transforming a $7 million expense into $17 million in revenue.

Driving similar value to many such clients, the company continues to expand its solutions across various industries, including oil and gas and any sector dealing with large bodies of water. Leveraging advanced technologies and a distinctive approach, PMAP stays at the forefront of wastewater treatment, addressing toxic waste issues, transforming liabilities into treasures, and paving the way for a more sustainable future.