Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Major Breakthrough Argex’s TiO2 Process Substantially Saves Energy, Capital Costs and Space


Argex Mining Inc.
RGX - TSX Venture
Shares issued: ~ 110 million
Fully diluted: ~ 135 million

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Argex Mining announced today what the company considers a “major breakthrough” in its patented CTL Process. According to the news release this improvement in the process significantly reduces energy consumption and also improves the recovery of Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) by 3%.

“This breakthrough and all the improvements to date will be incorporated into the feasibility study to be initiated shortly.”

The CTL process is a proprietary mineral extraction process that allows for the production of high purity (99.8% pure) pigment grade TiO2 product, which can be sold at premium prices to the end-users in the paint, plastic and coating industries. TiO2 is currently selling for $5,000 / tonne.

To view the full news release, please click here.