Metso’s Dewatering Technology Centre in Finland celebrates 10 years of testing and innovation

Metso is proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its Dewatering Technology Center (DTC) in Lappeenranta. Since its establishment in 2015, the center has played a key role in advancing filtration and separation solutions development for the benefit of the global mining and processing industries.

Over the past decade, the Lappeenranta Dewatering Technology Center has grown into a unique hub of expertise, supporting customers with cutting-edge R&D, pilot testing, and process optimization. DTC works in close collaboration with Metso’s Filtration Technology Center, which specializes in filter manufacturing. Both facilities are located on the same site in Lappeenranta. The center’s work has contributed to more sustainable and efficient filtration practices across the industries - over 90% of Metso’s filters are part of the Metso Plus offering thanks to their energy-, emissions-, and water-efficiency.

“We’re proud to celebrate this milestone and grateful for our customers’ trust and our team’s commitment to innovation and exceptional customer service,” says Leena Tanttu, Director, Process and Testing of Filters at Metso. “Our Dewatering Technology Center offers comprehensive testing capabilities from bench scale to pilot, supporting efficient and sustainable flowsheet development, reflecting Metso’s long-term dedication to filtration technology.”

The anniversary is celebrated with an event on September 4, bringing together customers, employees, partners, and stakeholders to recognize achievements and look ahead to future developments.

Industry-leading filtration expertise

Metso’s unique filtration expertise is built on over a century of innovation, research, and deep process knowledge. This legacy is strengthened by the advanced capabilities of Metso’s Dewatering Technology Centre (DTC), comprehensive filtration testing in 14 locations around the world, and a robust service network with approximately 140 locations.

Earlier this year, Metso opened a cutting-edge Dewatering Development Hub in Irapuato, Mexico, expanding Metso’s existing filtration manufacturing footprint across Finland, India, and China. At the new hub, Metso produces polymer filter plates for sub-assemblies and new filtration equipment by Metso and other suppliers, and it is equipped with extensive product development capabilities.

The Metso filtration portfolio consists of 16 filter types and comprehensive services for various mining and industrial applications, with more than 5,000 installations globally.