Metso has received an order to deliver state-of-the-art filtration technology for Lloyds Metals & Energy Limited’s’ iron ore concentrate filtration plants in Ghugus, Manikgarh, and Konsari in central India in the state of Maharashtra. The order value, which is not disclosed, is booked in the Minerals segment’s 2026 first-quarter orders received.
Lloyds Metals & Energy is a mining and metals company with integrated operations spanning iron ore mining, sponge iron production, and steelmaking. The company’s operations in Chandrapur District consist of a major sponge iron (DRI) and steel facility. The company is now expanding its plants at various locations and installing ten fully automatic Metso Larox® FFP 3512 filters.
“Metso has been a trusted partner in our growth journey. Their FFP filters are reliable machines that enable optimized concentrate production at our plants,” said Priya Ranjan Prasad, Director, Projects, Lloyds Metals & Energy Ltd.
“Lloyds Metals & Energy is one of the fastest growing steel players in India, and we are proud to be associated with them on their prestigious expansion projects as a long-term supplier. Our filters, featuring advanced membrane technology and holeless filter cloths, deliver unmatched performance in moisture reduction and filter availability. The company is already successfully operating Metso filters at their pellet plant in Konsari,” said Vijay Dhar, Vice President, Minerals Sales, Middle East & India, Metso.
Industry-leading dewatering technology
Metso’s filtration portfolio consists of 16 filter types and comprehensive services for various mining and industrial applications, with more than 5,000 installations globally, backed by the extensive know-how of Metso’s Dewatering Technology Centre (DTC) and wide service network. Metso has delivered over 300 filters in India.
The fully automatic Larox® FFP (fast-opening filter press) pressure filters provide a reliable and optimized dewatering solution for concentrates, tailings and bulk applications. Larox® FFP filters are part of the Metso Plus offering.
