BusinessSeptember 2, 2026
flowsheet
FLOW-sheet
Definition
A visual or descriptive diagram representing the sequential steps, processes, and equipment used in a manufacturing or refining operation.
Etymology
The word is a compound combining 'flow' and 'sheet', appearing in the early 20th century to describe diagrams that map the 'flow' of materials through a series of stages on a single 'sheet' of paper.
In the news
In this article, Gega uses a flowsheet to describe the integrated, semi-continuous process for refining gallium and germanium minerals, marking the transition from lab testing to real-world industrial operations.
Gega takes gallium refining technology to pilot scale
Read the full article ↗Australian Resources & Investment