[SMM Aluminum Flash News] Andromeda Begins HPA Pilot Plant Commissioning to Advance Commercial Production

Published: Jun 23, 2026 17:59

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Andromeda Metals has commenced commissioning of its high-purity alumina (HPA) pilot plant, marking another step toward commercial production using its Great White kaolin resource and proprietary processing technology. The pilot plant will operate on a continuous production basis through the third quarter of 2026 and provide key technical data for future feasibility studies and project development. The company plans to produce commercial-grade 4N HPA samples in the second half of 2026 for customer qualification testing, a critical step before securing supply agreements. Previous laboratory work achieved HPA purity levels of 99.9985%. The pilot program will also assess the recovery potential of by-products such as amorphous silica and gallium, which could provide additional revenue streams. Andromeda aims to establish an alternative high-purity alumina supply chain serving advanced applications including electronics, energy storage and specialty materials.

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