Proven expertise in precious metals refining
Explore how Forest Norton delivers world-class technical consultancy to precious metals refineries globally. From addressing complex regulatory hurdles and eliminating process losses to developing state-of-the-art facilities, our tailored engineering solutions secure tangible yield improvements, environmental compliance, and long-term commercial value.
Designing a fully compliant refinery in the Middle East
Tasked with developing a comprehensive new refinery footprint, Forest Norton provided end-to-end technical guidance to align operational design directly with ambitious governmental standards. By integrating robust health and safety frameworks alongside advanced refining and waste treatment processes, we established an efficient blueprint that resolves potential operational bottlenecks before construction, ensuring total regulatory alignment and optimised recovery capability.
Exceeding environmental standards for a UK gold and silver refinery
Faced with tightening statutory controls and high disposal overheads, an established UK precious metals refinery engaged our team to review its environmental performance. We audited existing chemical processes, identified previously undetected precious metal loss, and engineered improved effluent and waste management systems. The result was a dramatic reduction in waste volumes, lowered operating costs, and environmental performance that comfortably surpassed permit conditions.
Maximising national revenue through state assay laboratories in Africa
To ensure transparency and maximise taxable revenue from national refining operations, Forest Norton designed and developed a national testing and analysis facility. By deploying state-of-the-art analytical protocols, bespoke sampling processes, and stringent quality assurance workflows, the facility established world-class precision in valuation, preventing metal diversion and guaranteeing rigorous compliance across all domestic refining streams.