Hard Skills
IntermediateElectrostatic Separation OperationThe ability to operate and monitor specialized machinery that utilizes high-voltage electric fields to separate metallic particles from non-metallic minerals.
AdvancedHigh-Voltage Safety ComplianceAdherence to strict safety protocols and lockout-tagout procedures when working around the high-voltage electrodes and power supplies used in electrostatic separators.
IntermediateMachine Calibration and AdjustmentThe skill of configuring voltage levels, electrode positioning, and feed rates to match the specific conductivity and density of different metal grades.
IntermediateMineral and Metal Properties IdentificationUnderstanding the physical and electrical characteristics of various minerals and metals to predict their behavior within an electrostatic field.
IntermediateEquipment TroubleshootingIdentifying and diagnosing mechanical or electrical malfunctions in separators, such as fouled electrodes or irregular feed patterns, to restore functionality.
BasicQuality Control SamplingRegularly extracting and testing samples of separated material to verify that the output meets industry purity standards.