en.Wedoany.com Reported - The FLS mill liner plant in Casablanca, Chile, has celebrated its first anniversary of operation, establishing itself as one of the most modern and sustainable facilities of its kind in South America. Covering an area of 11,250 square meters with an annual production capacity of 6,500 tons, the plant operates entirely on renewable energy, achieves full recycling of process water, reduces its carbon footprint by 56% compared to traditional processes, and has earned LEED Gold certification for buildings. The facility has also created 45 direct local jobs.
Within its first year of operation, the mining market in Chile and South America has given positive feedback on the quality of wear parts produced and the speed of spare parts supply. As the plant is closer to customers and delivers solutions with longer lifespans locally, it helps mining companies reduce Scope 3 emissions in the supply chain—currently the most challenging area in mining emission reduction. Juan Quispe, Head of Sales and Service for FLS South America, stated that this innovative plant enables the company to be closer to its customers and strengthen its service network in Chile, reflecting a commitment to sustainable mining, operational continuity, and community integration.
The core product of the Casablanca plant is the ARMOUR™ mill liner, made from a composite substrate of reinforced rubber, steel, and high-density ceramic. Compared to traditional liners, its weight and number of parts can be reduced by 50%, making installation easier and operation safer, while extending component life and increasing throughput for SAG and ball mills. FLS plans to expand its range of equipment protection solutions through the localized production of ARMOUR™ and other products, optimizing customer productivity while reducing their carbon footprint.
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