Critical Resources Ltd (ASX:CRR) has kicked off its metallurgical test work program with sample material from the Mavis Lake Lithium Project in Canada.
Experts engaged
SGS Canada has been appointed to conduct heavy liquid separation (HLS) test work on the samples with the test program being conducted under the supervision of Perth-based MineScope Services.
Results of the tests will support future studies on the Mavis Lake Project.
The sample material, which has been selected from a range of drill holes to provide appropriate spatial representation at Mavis Lake, is being prepared for delivery to SGS by Critical Resources’ in-country team.
Full details of sample data and test outcomes will be released in due course.
Amenability of spodumene
The HLS test work will determine the suitability of Mavis Lake spodumene for dense media separation (DMS) processing.
This program will also include initial mineralogy assessment and characterisation of the Mavis Lake spodumene.
Test work is expected to take seven to nine weeks, with results due in the first quarter of 2023.
Managing director Alex Cheeseman said: “The commencement of metallurgical test work is another step forward for Critical Resources as a lithium-focused project developer.
“This initial test work is deliberately only assessing heavy liquid separation; we may look at flotation once we have the initial results.
“Importantly, the outcomes of this work along with the mineral resource estimate, which is being developed, will support our future studies on the Mavis Lake Lithium Project.
“We are increasingly confident that an outstanding project opportunity exists at Mavis Lake.”