Scalable Dry Magnetic Separation
Waterless magnetite beneficiation
Powering the transition to green steel
Scalable Dry Magnetic Separation
Waterless magnetite beneficiation
Powering the transition to green steel
About DryFlow
Responsible Mining Technology
Our mission is to unlock the strategic mineral resources trapped in water stressed regions. DryFlow Magnetics' patented Kuchel Process™ enables efficient and scalable dry magnetic separation and concentration of magnetic and paramagnetic elements from ore streams. It was designed to enable cost effective access to the vast magnetite endowment in South Australia's arid inland Braemar region. Our proprietary stacked dynamic magnetic technology has since been tested and proven on a range of ores and in industrial magnetic recovery or removal applications.
With decades of in-field expertise, we focus on enabling sustainable mining practices, powering resources for the green steel transition. DryFlow partners with leading research institutions and industry experts to enable decarbonisation of the steel supply chain, building a more sustainable future.
About DryFlow Magnetics
Our History
Industry & Research Collaboration
Kuchel Separation Process
DryFlow was built on decades of in-field engineering experience to solve for efficient separation of magnetic minerals in harsh operating environments and water stressed regions
Kuchel Separation Process
Industry & Research Collaboration
Kuchel Separation Process
Invented by Ian Kuchel, proprietary dynamic stacked magnetics technology achieving high efficiency separation through self fluidisation of the ore. Enables beneficiation of iron ore without the need for process water.
Industry & Research Collaboration
Industry & Research Collaboration
Industry & Research Collaboration
We actively partner with leading research institutions and industry participants to drive innovation for a decarbonised supply chain.
Our Partners
Our Team
Stephen Harrison - Non-executive Chairman
Stephen is an experienced leader in Australia's energy and resources industry. He has taken a number of companies from startup through to IPO and sale. He has led numerous venture and growth investments and has supported multiple successful Australian technologies through commercialisation in areas ranging from non-conventional energy to radioactive waste storage and environmental solutions. He is founder and Chairman of ASX listed Noble Oak and is an experienced director of both private equity backed and listed companies.
Brett Boynton, CFA - Founder and Corporate Lead
Brett is a co-founder of DryFlow and responsible for corporate development and building the ecosystem that delivers DryFlow's capability into industry, accelerating the transition to low carbon green steel. Brett is an experienced entrepreneur with multiple successful startups in mining tech, fintech and agriculture.
Jon Robbeson - Founder and Technical Lead
Jon is a co-founder of DryFlow and brings decades of on the ground experience designing and building mines. He makes sure the right people are in the right place at the right time. Jon is currently Sydney Chair of AusIMM, Australia's peak body for mining professionals. He is an active mentor and loves helping students launch their careers in the industry.
Ivan Mellado -Non-executive Director
Ivan is a deep tech specialist working closely with research institutions developing groundbreaking fundamental science. He has guided numerous startups through commercialisation and brings decades of experience in building IP strategies. Ivan is a professional venture investor and has a passion for driving the value of tech investment.
Elena Stocker - Chief Innovation Officer
Elena brings extensive experience in industrial technology, underpinned by a Mechanical Engineering degree from Ural State Technical University and an MBA from Macquarie University. A seasoned technologist, she possesses deep expertise in industrial hardware processes across multiple commodities, successfully managing solutions from equipment design through to manufacture and customer implementation.
Her core strengths lie in process innovation, lean operations, and integrating ESG principles into industrial practices. Elena is also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, contributing actively to initiatives such as AusIMM, Women in Mining, and UTS Women in STEM Research, where she serves on committees and mentors the next generation of talent.