Aluminium, a favoured metal across numerous manufacturing sectors, presents unique challenges during production. One such challenge is the industrial waste generated during bauxite processing into alumina through the Bayer process - red mud. This waste is currently a matter of concern and interest in the aluminium industry, requiring an understanding to ensure its impact is minimised.
It is a matter of concern because of its hazardous properties, such as heavy toxic metal elements and high alkalinity, which damage soil and life forms when disposed of. At the same time, it is a matter of interest because of its innovative utilisation in the cement, steel, ceramics, and agricultural sectors.
Addressing all the intriguing areas of red mud, AL Circle has meticulously compiled a comprehensive, industry-focused report: “A comprehensive analysis of Bauxite Residue - Red Mud”. This report is designed to provide you with all the necessary information to understand and manage red mud effectively.
What does the report offer?
This report deals with one of the most isolated subjects of the industry but one of the most fascinating ones, particularly in light of sustainability being a primary focus. What you can expect from this report are as follows:
- Overview of red mud: Origins, properties, and management strategies
- Composition of red mud (physical & chemical properties)
- Typical chemical composition of red mud (major components)
- Is red mud hazardous? Case study: Hazardous red sludge
- Major incidents of red mud spillage in recent years
- Methods of managing red mud
- Neutralisation of red mud (remediation/rehabilitation)
- Red mud generation & various aluminium industry parameters, 2023
- Year-wise red mud generation (1974 – 2023)
- Red mud generation by region (1974-2023)
- Red mud generation trend across major countries (2018 – 2023)
- Types of red mud generated in China (%)
- China: Alumina production and red mud generation trend (2018 - 2023)
- Australia: Alumina production and red mud generation trend (2018 - 2023)
- Brazil: Alumina production and red mud generation trend (2018 - 2023)
- India: Alumina production and red mud generation trend (2018 - 2023)
- Recovery of components from red mud
- Reductive smelting of red mud, followed by high–pressure acid leaching of the slag arising during the smelting process
- The applications of red mud
- Red mud utilisation in China
- Progress on the industrial applications of red dud with a focus on China
- Select alumina producers & red mud management/utilisation
- Multiple industrial case studies
How will it benefit you?
Stay ahead: By gaining the latest insights into the most innovative utilisations and applications of red mud in various manufacturing sectors, you can position yourself as a leader in the industry.
Cross-industry network: You will learn about the industries beyond aluminium that are working with this hazardous waste to pave the path for sustainability.
Informed decision: All this information will help you make an informed decision about the emerging opportunities in the red mud landscape.
