Flottweg Showcases Mining Separation Innovation at SME MineXchange 2026

Flottweg pairs thought leadership with hands-on technology and local Habitat for Humanity support to showcase mining’s new efficiency frontier.

Flottweg, a global leader in mechanical separation technology, will showcase the expanding role of intelligent separation in the future of mining at the upcoming SME MineXchange Annual Conference & Expo, taking place in Salt Lake City from February 22–25, 2026. In addition to exhibiting at Booth #1637, Flottweg will present as part of the conference’s technical program on the IdeaXchange stage and will serve as the exclusive sponsor of the SME Young Leaders and Habitat for Humanity initiative to build a home in the Greater Salt Lake City community.

Together, these activities reinforce Flottweg’s commitment to innovation, education, and responsible industry stewardship at a time when mines are striving to improve water recovery, tailings stability, ESG outcomes, and long-term operational efficiency.

From Chaos to Clarity — Why Separation Will Define the Future of Mining

The mining sector is undergoing a strategic transition—from pushing more volume through conventional circuits to designing smarter, cleaner, more resilient separation practices. That shift is at the center of a featured session presented by Steve Benyo, Global Mining, “From Chaos to Clarity: Why Separation Will Define the Future of Mining.”

Rather than a technical deep dive, the session uses intuitive metaphors and industry examples to illustrate how “clarity”—both literal and conceptual—can transform decision-making, permitting pathways, water strategy, and tailings performance. The talk aligns with key themes at MineXchange, including innovation, tailings & reclamation, water management, and operational efficiency.

“Modern mining is no longer defined by digging deeper,” Benyo said. “It’s defined by separating smarter. When separation becomes more intelligent, everything downstream becomes more predictable—water, tailings, ESG, and overall resilience.”

Mining-Centric Separation Solutions on Display

At Booth #1637, visitors can explore how Flottweg’s mining separation technologies are driving efficiency improvements in tailings dewatering, solids handling, and water recovery. Flottweg’s portfolio includes purpose-built mining centrifuges such as the Tricanter®, Sedicanter®, and Z-series decanter centrifuges—engineered for abrasive slurries, variable feed conditions, and high solids loads found in mineral processing operations.

These systems are helping mines achieve:

• Drier, more stable tailings
• Higher water reclamation rates
• Reduced reliance on tailings ponds
• Lower polymer and additive consumption
• Faster ROI through decreased hauling and disposal costs

With growing pressure on permitting, ESG reporting, and resource stewardship, separation is emerging as a strategic lever rather than a downstream afterthought.

Sponsoring Community Impact Through Habitat for Humanity

Flottweg will also support the SME Young Leaders’ Habitat for Humanity Home Build event benefiting Habitat for Humanity Greater Salt Lake. Participants will spend a day volunteering at a local build site, contributing directly to affordable housing for families in need.

The event adds a human dimension to the mining industry’s ESG narrative—demonstrating that community impact extends beyond mine gates and into the cities that host major industry gatherings.

“Mining has always been rooted in community,” Benyo said. “Supporting the Habitat for Humanity initiative underscores the idea that sustainable industries are built not just on better technology, but on stronger communities.”

Why Separation Matters in 2026 and Beyond

Mining leaders are increasingly recognizing that the future depends on:

• Recovering more process water
• Stabilizing tailings with less surface impact
• Reducing environmental liabilities
• Improving safety and predictability
• Meeting emerging regulatory and ESG expectations

Separation sits at the intersection of all five—and opens pathways for mines to become more efficient, more compliant, and more socially accepted.

Visit Flottweg at SME MineXchange

• Conference: SME MineXchange Annual Conference & Expo 2026
• Dates: February 22–25, 2026
• Booth: #1637
• Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
• Session: From Chaos to Clarity: Why Separation Will Define the Future of Mining
• Presenter: Steve Benyo, Global Mining

Media Contact

Daniel Lakovic
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dlakovic@flottweg.net
Flottweg Separation Technology, Inc.
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Independence, KY 41051 US
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