How the Wet Pan Mill Works – A Complete Guide
Whether you're processing gold ore in Africa, copper tailings in South America, or running a small mineral recovery plant in Southeast Asia, the Wet Pan Mill remains a powerful and affordable grinding solution for overseas mining operations.
At Gomine, we’ve helped hundreds of international clients install and run wet pan mills with success. Here’s your complete guide to understanding how it works and why it might be the right solution for your project.
How Does a Wet Pan Mill Work?
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Ore Loading – Crushed ore, water, and sometimes chemicals are added to the circular grinding pan.
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Grinding Process – Heavy rollers rotate to crush and grind the ore into fine slurry.
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Mixing & Amalgamation – Water ensures smooth grinding; in gold mining, mercury may be used for gold extraction.
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Slurry Separation – Processed slurry flows out for further separation (e.g. shaking table or centrifugal concentrator).
Why International Clients Choose Wet Pan Mills
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Cost-effective: Ideal for small to medium-scale mining projects with limited budgets
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Energy-efficient: Less power consumption—suitable for remote areas with limited electricity
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Easy to operate: No need for complex training—your local workers can run it with basic instruction
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Compact & Export-friendly Design: Easy to transport and install overseas
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Available Certifications: CE, ISO, and other documentation provided for customs clearance
Optional Customizations for Overseas Clients
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Voltage customization: 220V/380V/415V – 50Hz/60Hz
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Motor brand options: Chinese or international brands (Siemens, ABB)
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Color and logo customization available
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English instruction manuals + video tutorials
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Remote video installation support available
Case Study: Wet Pan Mill Delivered to Zimbabwe
In 2024, we supplied 10 sets of 1200mm wet pan mills to a gold mine in Zimbabwe. With local assembly and our remote installation support, the client achieved 95% gold recovery within the first 2 weeks. The compact size allowed easy transport by container and fast commissioning.
Who Should Consider Wet Pan Mills?
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Artisanal & small-scale gold miners (ASGM)
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Gold tailings processors
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Remote operations with limited infrastructure
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Low-budget startups needing reliable, proven equipment
If you're looking for a reliable, export-ready wet pan mill supplier, our team is here to help. We offer:
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Fast production time
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Global shipping support
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Responsive English-speaking sales team
Contact us now to request a quote or free consultation for your mining project.