Gekko Systems will host a one-day workshop – The application of gravity recovery in gold and critical minerals processing
Gekko Systems is proud to host a one-day workshop as part of the AusIMM Mill Operators Conference 2026, focused on the application of gravity recovery in the processing of gold and critical minerals.
In 2026, Gekko Systems proudly celebrates 30 years as an Australian-owned and Australian-made company, delivering world-class mineral processing solutions to mining operations in more than 50 countries worldwide. The one-day workshop has been designed for plant metallurgists, consultants and design engineers. The workshop will provide a practical understanding of the fundamentals, applications and optimisation of gravity recovery. Whether you are new to gravity recovery or looking to refresh and expand your existing knowledge, the program combines technical fundamentals with real-world experience and case studies.
Hear from our industry experts, who bring extensive real-world experience and have helped drive innovation in gold and mineral processing through the development and application of proven industry and Gekko technologies.
Workshop topics include:
*Ore characterisation and amenability for gravity recovery
*Grinding and classification considerations
*Gravity circuit design options
*Gravity equipment and applications
*Process modelling and optimisation
*Plant troubleshooting
*Gravity recovery for critical minerals
*Intensive cyanidation
*Real-world case studies from gold and critical minerals operations
Industry Expert Speakers
Bill Staunton – Director- AdvanceMet, Associate – Curtin University, and Principal Scientist – Gekko Systems
Bill will cover the fundamentals of gravity recovery for gold, including grinding and classification, amenability testwork, intensive cyanidation, circuit design, optimisation and troubleshooting.
Lisa D’Uva – Senior Metallurgist, Gekko Systems
Lisa will explore gravity separation equipment and its applications, including the role of gravity recovery in critical minerals processing, supported by practical case studies.
Tim Bell – Manager Australasia & EMEA, Gekko Systems
Tim will provide an overview of gravity recovery for gold and critical minerals, focusing on practical applications and case studies of IPJ technology in critical-mineral mining operations.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026Time: 8:30am – 4:30pmLocation: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
