Jenike & Johanson is partnering with Crescend Technologies, manufacturer of solid-state microwave power systems, to support the continued development and commercialisation of its innovative Selective Heat Ore Treatment (SHOT) process.
This collaboration brings together Jenike & Johanson’s advanced material handling design and process engineering and Crescend’s solid-state microwave systems for precision energy delivery.
“SHOT is built on the idea that heating rock selectively can make it easier and more efficient to break,” Jenike & Johanson vice president and director of engineering Dr David Craig said.
“By integrating Crescend’s solid-state microwave systems, we can now deliver this targeted energy with more control, reliability, and scalability than ever before.”
Together, these capabilities enable a scalable, energy-efficient solution for microwave-assisted comminution – offering mining and mineral processing industries a transformative approach to ore treatment.
The SHOT process uses microwave energy to heat and weaken ore before mechanical breakage.
This reduces the energy required for comminution, enhances mineral liberation, and improves overall plant efficiency. Crescend’s solid-state microwave systems allow for precise frequency tuning, energy control, and integration flexibility, making them ideal for SHOT’s selective heating methodology.
“This partnership represents the future of sustainable ore processing. Together with Jenike & Johanson, we’re helping the industry take a major step toward lower operating costs, reduced environmental impact, and smarter processing methods,” Crescend Technologies vice president sales and marketing Mark Taylor said.
The collaboration aims to support mining companies seeking to improve throughput, lower energy consumption, and unlock more value from ore bodies previously considered uneconomic to process.
Jenike & Johanson offers almost 60 years of engineering experience with over 9000 projects worldwide.
Through a combination of scientific analysis and bulk solids flow testing, practical design, and advanced engineering tools, Jenike solves challenging flow issues to prevent unreliable flow and avoid costly inefficiencies that lead to downtime, and reduced productivity.
For more information about the SHOT process, visit: https://jenike.com/industries/shot/