NATIONAL METALLURGICAL DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (NMDC)

Welcome To National Metallurgical Development Centre (NMDC)

National Metallurgical Development Centre [NMDC], Jos established by Act 50 of 1992, is a Research and Development organization with the mandate to carry out research and development activities for the Metallurgical and allied industries for the development of the nation’s solid minerals sector. It has the capacity to offer comprehensive, excellent and effective Research and Development Services aimed at value addition to the vast mineral/material resources of Nigeria that will enhance both economical and technological growth for the nation.

A BRIEF PROFILE OF PROFESSOR LINUS O. ASUQUO

Professor Linus Asuquo was born in March 18, 1954 in Mbak Itam III, Itu now in Akwa Ibom State. He was educated at Practising School, Uyo, now University of Uyo and graduated in 1965. Attended Holy Family College, Oku-Abak between 1968 and 1969 and St. Patrick’s College, Calabar between 1970 and 1972….Read More

Our Services

REFRACTORIES/CERAMICS

Testing/evaluation of local clay deposits to determine their suitability for refractories production.

FUELS AND ENERGY

Testing of Nigerian and imported coals.

INDUCTION FURNACE AT THE FOUNDRY SHOP

Agglomeration studies (sintering and pelletizing) of Nigeria iron ores.

MINERAL BENEFICIATION PILOT PLANT EQUIPMENT

Metal Testing and Metallography

MINERAL BENEFICIATION PILOT PLANT

Raw material information (Sands, Binders, Scraps, etc.

WELDING AND FABRICATION

Chemical analysis of solid minerals;

POLLUTION CONTROL SERVICES

Chemical and Biological analysis of water samples;

COMPUTER SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE ICT UNIT

Providing internet services support for research work

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