Volt Lithium has begun testing a new field unit in the Permian Basin capable of processing over 200,000 liters of oilfield brine daily, doubling their previous capacity. This unit will produce battery-grade lithium using their proprietary direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology, which has demonstrated 90% lithium recovery. The company plans to start commercial production at their Rainbow Lake project in Alberta next year.
Volt Lithium’s testing of its first field unit in the Permian Basin represents a significant advancement in their operations, particularly with the unit’s ability to process over 200,000 liters of oilfield brine per day. This marks a substantial increase from their previous capacity and highlights the company’s progress towards becoming one of the first commercial producers of lithium from oilfield brine in North America.
Their proprietary DLE technology, which has shown a 90% recovery rate of lithium even at low concentrations, is a key component in this endeavor. The two-stage process, particularly the use of specialized ion exchange beads, has proven effective in various testing stages, positioning Volt Lithium to make a significant impact in the lithium extraction industry.
With commercial production slated to begin next year at their Rainbow Lake brine project in Alberta, Volt is well on its way to realizing its strategic goals. Their progress in the Permian Basin is a crucial step towards establishing a foothold in the lithium production market.
