Process Engineering. REALIZED.
Lydium provides collaborative and personalized process engineering and project execution services in the fields of chemical processing and extractive metallurgy.
THE LYDIUM DIFFERENCE
COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
We work collaboratively, with direct communication and transparent information flow. Our nimble approach allows us to work fast and pivot as necessary to keep pace with your project as it evolves. And for clients wanting an even closer integration with our engineers, we offer our Fractional Engineering service.
DEPTH OF EXPERIENCE
Our engineers have worked on dozens of projects in chemical processing and extractive metallurgy at every stage of development, from concept evaluation through to execution and operation. We work through the details without losing sight of the big picture.
TAILORED PROCESSES
Your technology is first-of-its-kind. Your engineering will be too.
We thrive on challenging projects with complex requirements and constraints. Every Lydium project is designed to meet your unique needs. We do not rely on pre-built flowsheets or off-the-shelf engineering.
WHO WE SERVE
We provide our services to small- to medium-sized companies that are developing, scaling up, or demonstrating new chemical or metallurgical process technologies (TRL 2-7). We also provide review and decision support to investors.
Hydrometallurgy processes
Recycling processes
Membrane and electrochemical processes
High temperature chemistry
Pilot plants
OUR SERVICES
Project execution services
Project execution is the business of finding a way to achieve the goals of the project. This is not a top-down exercise – it requires continuous engagement and adaptation, and solid engineering to stay on course. Lydium jumps in the deep end. We use our skills and experience to manage risk, organize resources, and drive projects toward successful results.
Fractional Engineer contractor services
Recruiting and retaining the right employee can be a major challenge, while consulting companies are expensive and remain at arms length. Lydium’s fractional engineering service provides you with an experienced engineer, embedded in your company as a core team member, with the skill set you need to help grow your business.
Lydium provides your company with a high-calibre professional engineer on a permanent, part-time model without the hassle, cost, and difficulty of recruiting a full time staff member with the skills you need.
Process concept development
Developing a new process from scratch is challenging and involves many risks and unknowns. Lydium follows an established engineering approach to development that will help you advance through your project milestones. We help with concept screening, flow sheet development, techno-economic assessment of alternatives, and scale-up considerations. We draw upon our network of specialist consultants to get you the targeted advice you need, when you need it.
Additional engineering services
PFDs and P&IDs
Mass and energy balances
Techno-economic models
Carbon accounting
Life Cycle Assessment
HAZOP and PHA facilitation
Literature reviews
Trade-off studies
Independent reviews
Class 4 and 5 cost estimates
WHERE WE WORK
Lydium works out of Vancouver, Canada and Toronto, Canada. We provide remote services to customers worldwide, and in-person support in North America. We travel in support of our clients by visiting operations, laboratories, equipment vendors, and technology suppliers anywhere in the world.
Licensing and insurance
Lydium holds a Permit to Practice Engineering in British Columbia, Canada. Our Professional Engineers are eligible for local registration in any Canadian jurisdiction and many American jurisdictions to support your project if sealed documents are required. Lydium carries errors and omissions insurance and workplace safety insurance.
