Metso introduces the Outotec® Robotic Split Strip, an advanced solution for separating the cathode sheets from the cathode plate in copper electrorefining operations. Applicable for both new and existing plants, this compact system with intelligent flexible design combines hydraulic control and robotics to optimize the cathode stripping process for maximum precision, minimal waste, and long-term sustainability.
Clear customer benefits: compact, flexible, and efficient
“Traditional split strip machines rely on larger mechanical structures and a higher number of components, which increase installation effort, spare part needs, and maintenance time. In comparison, the Robotic Split Strip introduces a compact and highly integrated design. Its advanced robot technology replaces several fixed mechanical functions, enabling flexible machine layouts and improved access for operators and maintenance personnel,” says Peter Nord, Technical Product Manager at Metso.
“In addition, the latest hydraulic technology allows precise, individual control of each movement, improving performance especially in demanding conditions such as sticky cathode plates. The result is a stripping solution that is easier to install, easier to maintain, and better suited for modern electrorefinery tankhouse layouts,” explains Nord.
Key customer benefits include:
- Smaller footprint and lower weight, reducing structural requirements and environmental impact
- Less downtime, enabled by fewer installed parts and simplified maintenance
- Improved operational reliability, with precise control of all movements
- Flexible layouts, made possible by robotic handling and modular design
- Retrofit capability, allowing easy integration into existing stripping machines
These benefits translate into faster commissioning, easier operation, and a more cost-effective lifecycle compared with traditional stripping technologies.
Shaping the future of hydrometallurgy through continuous innovation and large installed base
Metso is recognized as a global leader in hydrometallurgy solutions for metals refining. The company’s comprehensive hydrometallurgy offering includes advanced technologies and services for leaching, solvent extraction, electrowinning, and precipitation, supporting efficient and sustainable metal recovery processes for customers worldwide.
The Robotic Split Strip builds on Metso’s 40 years of experience in cathode stripping technology and a global installed base of over 350 stripping machines delivered worldwide. Leveraging this extensive expertise, Metso provides comprehensive support across the entire equipment lifecycle from process design and delivery to upgrades, spare parts, and services.
Find out more about Metso’s Outotec® Robotic Split Strip on our website.
