While not a chemical blinding agent, FLOMIN™ RMA optimizes the physical environment of the leach. By reducing slurry viscosity and preventing fine "slimes" from coating the ore, it ensures that dissolved gold and reagents can move freely through the pulp. This improved mobility and superior mixing allow the added activated carbon to compete more effectively for gold adsorption, reducing the window of opportunity for carbonaceous gangue to "rob" the gold from the solution.

Yes, this is one of the primary mechanical advantages of the product. By reducing the yield stress and lowering the internal friction of the pulp, FLOMIN™ RMA allows for the transport of higher solids concentrations while maintaining—or even reducing—the required pumping energy. This enables operators to significantly increase throughput and plant performance without the massive capital expenditure (CAPEX) required for new pumps or pipelines.

No, FLOMIN™ RMA is engineered to be fully compatible with standard mineral processing reagents and existing process conditions. It is designed to work immediately upon contact with the slurry without causing adverse chemical reactions. In many cases, it actually improves reagent utilization by ensuring better cyanide and oxygen distribution, as it eliminates the high-viscosity "dead zones" that typically hinder reagent penetration.

To achieve the best results, FLOMIN™ RMA should be added where the slurry is first conditioned or where rheological constraints begin. Typical dosage points include the mill feed or the leach/leach-conditioning tanks. Because the product modifies rheology instantly, adding it early in the circuit ensures that the benefits—such as improved mixing and reduced agitation load—are realized throughout the entire leaching or transport process.

FLOMIN™ RMA is a strategic tool for water conservation because it enables the transport of "thicker" slurries with significantly less dilution water. By reducing the amount of fresh water needed to move tailings or ore over long distances, mines can decrease their overall environmental footprint. This not only supports environmental compliance but also reduces the energy required for water recovery and tailings management.

No. While they share the FLOMIN™ RMA brand name because both optimize rheology, they are distinctly different chemistries. The RMA formulation for pulp transport is engineered to withstand high shear forces and provide long-term stability across kilometers of pipeline to lower yield stress and pumping costs. In contrast, the RMA for cyanide leaching is a specialized formulation designed to remain chemically stable in high-pH environments and optimize gas-liquid-solid mixing without interfering with gold adsorption kinetics. By using application-specific polymers rather than generic dispersants, we ensure maximum efficiency for each unique circuit.