DLE Lithium Extraction Optimization

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Direct Lithium Extraction

Best-in-Class Technology for Lithium Brine Processing

Technology Overview
Osmosys's process compatibility with market-standard DLE solutions from adsorption to ion exchange and electrochemical processing is technology-independent.  Our MBC™ platform minimizes energy consumption for optimal lithium recovery while minimizing fresh water requirements and reducing crystallizer needs.

Key Advantages

  • Best-in-Class Performance: Industry-leading DLE efficiency

  • Reduced Fresh Water: Eliminates large fresh water requirements

  • Integrated Approach: Works seamlessly with MBC™ concentration

  • Smaller Crystallizers: Reduces downstream processing requirements

  • Enhanced Economics: Makes lithium extraction more economically viable

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Integration with MBC™

  • Pre-Concentration: MBC™ concentrates lithium brines from 0.1-0.2% to 6% Li

  • Optimized DLE: Our system operates on concentrated feed for maximum efficiency

  • Water Recovery: Maximum water recovery throughout the process

  • Reduced Timeline: 3-6 months vs 18-24 months traditional evaporation

Applications

  • Lithium Brine Processing: Direct extraction from salt lakes and underground brines

  • Traditional Evaporation Enhancement: Accelerating existing pond operations

  • DLE Process Optimization: Upgrading current DLE installations

  • Critical Mineral Recovery: Applicable to other valuable minerals and salts in brines

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Market Impact

  • Timeline Reduction: 3-6 months production vs 18-24 months traditional

  • Water Conservation: 80-90% reduction in water loss

  • Footprint Reduction: 80-90% smaller footprint than conventional methods

  • Economic Viability: Makes marginal lithium resources economical