MECON Completes Trial Run of Conveyor Systems for NALCO's Alumina Refinery Expansion

Published: Jul 10, 2026 17:04

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[SMM Aluminum Express News] MECON has successfully completed the trial run of the BBC-1 and BBC-2 conveyor systems for NALCO’s 1.0 mtpa Stream-5 alumina refinery expansion at Damanjodi, Odisha. The milestone advances the integrated commissioning of the refinery’s bauxite storage, handling, and secondary crushing facilities, bringing the expansion project closer to full commissioning and supporting increased alumina production capacity and operational efficiency.

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