ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) announced the delivery of a propane-fired tilting furnace to its Montauban Gold-Silver Project in Québec, advancing construction and commissioning preparation activities at the fully permitted site. The furnace, capable of handling up to 150 kilograms of metal, will be integral to the project’s precious metals handling and doré pouring infrastructure, complementing previously delivered equipment such as Humphrey spirals and shaker tables.
The company stated that the furnace is expected to support future onsite melting and doré production once Montauban enters operations, which is anticipated in 2026. It will work alongside the planned gold and silver recovery circuit, which includes Merrill-Crowe processing. ESGold continues to integrate key processing components, develop precious metals handling infrastructure, and prepare the gold room as it moves toward commissioning.
This milestone underscores ESGold's progress in building a scalable clean mining model. The Montauban project, located in Quebec, is a flagship asset for the company, which is fully funded and pre-production. With a dual-track strategy focusing on cash flow and discovery, ESGold aims to create long-term shareholder value. The furnace delivery marks a tangible step toward operational readiness, bringing the project closer to generating revenue from gold and silver production.
The importance of this development lies in ESGold's transition from a development-stage company to a producer. The receipt of the furnace, along with other equipment, signals that the Montauban project is on track for its 2026 production target. For investors, this reduces uncertainty around the company's ability to execute its construction plan. The onsite melting and doré pouring capability will allow ESGold to produce saleable gold and silver directly, potentially improving margins compared to shipping concentrate.
ESGold is a fully permitted, pre-production mining company advancing a clean mining model across the Americas. The Montauban project is under construction, and production is anticipated in 2026. The company’s newsroom provides the latest updates at https://ibn.fm/ESAUF. The full press release is available at https://ibn.fm/YxfVL.
