The simplest way to succeed in mining.

About Us

Our company was established 1954 as a mineral analysis and metallurgical research laboratory. Throughout the years, our team of highly skilled professionals has been dedicated to providing innovative and effective solutions to our clients' unique needs.

We offer a wide range of services, including process optimization, equipment selection and on-site laboratory management, designed to help mining companies optimize their processes, improve their bottom line and achieve sustainable growth.

Our Leaders

Ing. J.C. Gustavo Plenge, current CEO and General Manager with more than 45 years experience in the development of metallurgical research and chemical analysis.

• Current CEO of C.H. Plenge & Cia S.A.
• 2015 Arthur Taggart Award winner with Dr. M. Brittan for their paper "Estimating process design gold extraction, leach residence time and cyanide consumption for high cyanide-consuming gold ore"
• 2016 National Mining Award winner

Ing. Carlos H. Plenge, founder of Laboratorio Plenge

• CEO of C.H. Plenge & Cia S.A. until 2010
• Founder shareholder of Cia. de Minas Buenaventura, and member of its board of directors for 25 years (1980 - 2005)