Ucore's new REE plant slated for early 2016

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. Nov. 16 provided an update on the design and construction of the SuperLig 1 rare earth separation pilot plant.

"This is a significant pilot plant, with a total capital outlay in excess of US$3 million and a footprint anticipated to occupy the approximate space of a few tractor trailers," explained Ucore President and CEO Jim McKenzie.

The initial purpose of the plant is to c...