- RapidSX is a patent-pending, column-based solvent extraction technology that offers a transformative leap over traditional methods.
- The Strategic Metals Complex in Alexandria, Louisiana, serves as the proving ground for RapidSX technology.
- Ucore’s RapidSX technology has undergone rigorous testing and independent evaluations, consistently demonstrating superior performance.
In the race to secure a sustainable and independent supply of rare earth elements (“REEs”), Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) stands at the forefront with its groundbreaking RapidSX(TM) technology. This innovative approach to REE separation promises to significantly enhance processing efficiency, reduce environmental impact and bolster the United States’ position in the global rare earth supply chain (https://ibn.fm/i5Uol). At the heart of this initiative is the Strategic Metals Complex (“SMC”) in Alexandria, Louisiana, a facility poised to become a cornerstone in the nation’s critical minerals infrastructure.
RapidSX is a patent-pending, column-based solvent extraction technology that offers a transformative leap over traditional methods (https://ibn.fm/wN0hg). Unlike conventional solvent extraction processes that rely on power-intensive mixer-settler tanks, RapidSX utilizes a computerized column system, resulting in up to three times faster processing speeds and a significantly smaller physical footprint. This efficiency translates to reduced capital and operational expenditures, making it a cost-effective solution for large-scale REE production. Additionally, the technology’s modular design allows for scalability, enabling incremental capacity additions to meet growing demand.
The environmental advantages of RapidSX are equally compelling. By eliminating the need for traditional mixer-settler tanks, the technology reduces the consumption of process chemicals and minimizes waste generation. This ecofriendly approach aligns with global sustainability goals and positions Ucore as a leader in responsible rare earth processing.
The Strategic Metals Complex in Alexandria, Louisiana, serves as the proving ground for RapidSX technology (https://ibn.fm/QdeyR). Spanning 80,800 square feet, the facility is being developed under a long-term lease agreement with the England Authority, which manages the England Airpark, a repurposed U.S. Air Force base transformed into a regional economic hub. With the support of an $18.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense, Ucore aims to commence production in 2026, targeting an annual output of 2,000 tonnes of high-purity rare earth oxides, with plans to scale up to 7,500 tonnes by 2028.
This facility is not only a testament to Ucore’s technological advancements but also a strategic move to diversify the U.S. supply chain for critical minerals. The Louisiana SMC is designed to process mixed rare earth chemical concentrates obtained from multiple global feedstock sources, including the Tanbreez Project in Greenland. Ucore recently signed a 10-year agreement with Critical Metals Corp. to supply up to 10,000 metric tons of heavy rare earth concentrate annually from Tanbreez, aligning with the U.S. government’s strategy to reduce reliance on China, which currently dominates the rare earth sector (https://ibn.fm/x8HPs).
Ucore’s RapidSX technology has undergone rigorous testing and independent evaluations, consistently demonstrating superior performance compared to traditional solvent extraction methods (https://ibn.fm/PA2fm). For instance, studies have shown that RapidSX can achieve separation factors within less than 100 seconds, outperforming conventional processes in both speed and efficiency.
Looking ahead, Ucore plans to expand its footprint with additional Strategic Metals Complexes in Canada and Alaska, further solidifying its position in the global rare earth supply chain (https://ibn.fm/wcMVP). With the continued development of RapidSX technology and the strategic establishment of processing facilities like the one in Louisiana, Ucore Rare Metals is poised to play a pivotal role in reshaping the future of rare earth element production and processing.
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