UPDATE: April 30, 2023:
Three successful test runs produced a total of 50 lbs of Mg metal and over 100 lbs of magnesium aluminate spinel.
ORIGINAL: March 21, 2023
Big Blue Technologies is pleased to announce the start-up operation of its innovative pilot-scale aluminothermic reduction (ATR) system for producing pure magnesium. Today represents the beginning of a testing campaign to prove the efficiency of a continuous ATR system. Samples will be sent to potential strategic partners and customers.
Magnesium Metal
Magnesium aluminate spinel co-product