High precision color sorting system for minerals

Achieve unparalleled sorting precision with advanced color recognition technology, ensuring optimal material pre-concentration and refinement of high-purity minerals and ores.

Sorts and Inspects Mineral Particles

The PRO Secondary COLOR from TOMRA is a high precision mineral sorting machine designed to enhance operational efficiency in mining and mineral processing environments. With its state-of-the-art color identification technology, this equipment employs high-resolution line scan cameras and LED illumination to meticulously sort and inspect particles, addressing challenges of sorting, inspection, and concentration across applications like industrial minerals, diamonds, and metallic ores.

Built for robustness and versatility, the machine efficiently handles particle sizes ranging from 20mm to 120mm. It offers a flexible sorting configuration tailored to meet the demands of a dynamic market landscape, ensuring consistent high-grade outputs such as high-purity silica, processed industrial diamonds, and refined metallic concentrates.

A standout feature is its integration with TOMRA Insight, a secure, cloud-based data monitoring platform that facilitates real-time data analysis, maximizing plant yield and output quality. The machine’s automatic cleaning devices ensure long-term performance stability while reducing maintenance downtime. Designed for continuous high-speed sorting, the PRO Secondary COLOR embodies TOMRA’s commitment to innovation and efficiency in mineral sorting solutions.

Benefits

  • Increases processing efficiency by precisely sorting and concentrating mineral particles.
  • Enhances product quality with accurate color detection and material inspection.
  • Reduces waste and maximizes yield through reliable sorting configurations.
  • Supports remote monitoring and optimization via TOMRA Insight data platform.
  • Minimizes maintenance needs with automatic cleaning systems for long-term stability.

General


Applications
Industrial minerals,Diamonds,Metallic ores,Minerals
End products
Processed industrial diamonds,Feldspar powders,High-purity silica,Mined tungsten concentrate,High-grade ore concentrates,Refined metallic concentrates,Selected quartz fragments,High-grade bauxite,Kaolin clay
Steps before
Crushing,Screening,Feeding,Material Conveying
Steps after
Quality Control,Packaging,Material Transport,Data Analysis
Input ingredients
mineral material,20mm to 120mm particle size
Output ingredients
sorted mineral material,high-quality output,reduced waste
Market info
TOMRA is known for its expertise in sensor-based solutions for resource productivity, particularly in recycling, food sorting, and mining industries, offering advanced technology to improve resource recovery and efficiency, enhancing sustainability and operational performance.

Technical Specifications


Particle size
20mm to 120mm
Sorting technology
COLOR identification
Camera type
Line scan cameras with high resolution
Illumination type
LED technology
Sorting characteristics
Size,shape,brightness,color
Design
Heavy-duty and compact

Operating Characteristics


Sorting Mechanism
Color-based sorting
Inspection Method
Double sided
Particle Size Range
20mm to 120mm
Automation Level
Automatic with cloud connectivity
Color Selectivity
High resolution
Data Monitoring
Cloud-based
Illumination Technology
LED

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
20mm to 120mm
Color characteristics
High resolution,selectivity
Abrasion resistance
Yes
Biological compatibility
No
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
No
Cleanability
Automatic cleaning devices

Physical Characteristics


Particle Size Range
20mm to 120mm
Design
Heavy-duty and compact
Inspection method
Double sided particle inspection
Technology
High resolution line scan cameras
Lighting technology
State-of-the-art LED

Custom Options


Control panel type
Advanced HMI
Integration possibilities
Data connectivity
Compact design
Heavy-duty