Coal straight from the ground, known as run-of- mine (ROM) coal, often contains unwanted impurities such as rocks, dirt, Ash and Sulphur and comes in a mixture of different-sized fragments. However, coal users need coal of a consistent quality.

Sun and Seam Energy’s business of coal beneficiation refers to the treatment of ROM coal to ensure a consistent quality and to enhance its suitability for particular end-uses. The treatment depends on the properties of the coal and its intended use.

Three kinds of coal quality may be obtained at the plant:

1. ROM Coal
2. High GCV Industrial Coal
3. High GCV Fine Coal


Traditionally, most coal preparation was primarily concerned with sulfur, ash and moisture reduction however today, much more sophisticated processes have more narrow and complex physical and chemical requirements for coal stock.