KMX Technologies utilizes membrane distillation technology to separate pure water from waste streams while recovering valuable critical minerals and lithium. This process enhances lithium recovery rates by 500% compared to conventional methods, addressing the growing demand for sustainable resource extraction in water treatment and mineral recovery.
Funding
$6.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Conventional water treatment and mineral extraction methods often result in significant waste and inefficient recovery of valuable resources like lithium and critical minerals. Traditional lithium extraction from brine is slow and energy-intensive, while critical mineral recovery from waste streams faces supply chain constraints.
Solution
KMX Technologies offers a membrane distillation technology designed to separate pure water from complex waste streams while simultaneously recovering valuable critical minerals and lithium. Their approach enhances lithium recovery rates by up to 500% compared to traditional methods, addressing the increasing demand for sustainable resource extraction. The technology enables zero-liquid discharge, purifying even the most challenging waste streams and promoting environmentally responsible practices. KMX's solution provides a low-cost lease and license business model, making it accessible for various applications in water treatment and mineral recovery.
Target Audience
The primary customers are companies in water treatment, lithium extraction, and critical mineral recovery, including mining operations, power plants, and industrial facilities.
Features
- Proprietary membrane distillation technology for separating water and recovering minerals.
- Enhanced lithium recovery rates, up to 500% compared to conventional methods.
- Zero-liquid discharge capabilities for purifying tough waste streams.
- Low-temperature operation to minimize energy consumption.
- Modular design for flexible deployment and scalability.
- Recovery of critical minerals from mining, power, and industrial waste streams.