Rockingham, Western Australia – As global demand for lithium continues to grow, mining operations are increasingly challenged by dewatering highly viscous process water and slurry ponds. Turret Engineering's patented Turret™ Floating Water Intake System provides an innovative solution designed to improve pumping efficiency and operational reliability in these demanding conditions.

Lithium processing circuits often contain fine clays, suspended solids and viscous water that can cause conventional floating intakes to vortex, entrain air, disturb settled solids and accelerate pump wear. Turret™ addresses these challenges through its patented radial intake design, drawing cleaner water from just below the surface while minimising vortexing, cavitation and sediment disturbance.

By delivering a more consistent water supply to pumps, Turret™ helps maintain stable flow rates, reduces blockages and extends pump life. The system also enables greater recovery and reuse of process water, reducing fresh water consumption and supporting more sustainable mining operations.

Designed for shallow ponds, tailings storage facilities and process water dams, Turret™ offers a practical solution that enhances dewatering efficiency while lowering maintenance costs and reducing unplanned downtime.

As lithium producers seek safer, more reliable and environmentally responsible water management solutions, Turret™ is helping operations maximise productivity through smarter engineering and innovative Australian manufacturing.

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