American Resources Corporation's ReElement Technologies Expands Rare Earth Oxide Production in Noblesville Facility
American Resources (NASDAQ:AREC) has announced a significant expansion of rare earth oxide production at its ReElement Technologies' Noblesville facility. The company has completed Phase 2 expansion in April 2025, doubling its daily production capacity of high-purity (99.5%+) light and heavy rare earth oxides.
The expansion demonstrates ReElement's unique modular refining platform, which is currently the only U.S.-based scalable solution for economically separating both heavy and light rare earth elements. Phase 2 was completed in under 3 weeks, while Phase 3 is scheduled for completion by May/June, expected to triple production levels compared to Phase 2.
The facility processes key rare earth elements including neodymium (Nd), praseodymium (Pr), dysprosium (Dy), and terbium (Tb). This expansion comes in response to surging demand for domestically sourced rare earth oxides, particularly following recent global trade shifts and executive orders by President Trump supporting U.S. mineral independence.
American Resources (NASDAQ:AREC) ha annunciato una significativa espansione della produzione di ossidi di terre rare presso l'impianto Noblesville di ReElement Technologies. L'azienda ha completato la Fase 2 dell'espansione nell'aprile 2025, raddoppiando la capacità produttiva giornaliera di ossidi di terre rare leggere e pesanti ad alta purezza (oltre il 99,5%).
L'espansione dimostra l'unica piattaforma di raffinazione modulare di ReElement, attualmente l'unica soluzione scalabile negli Stati Uniti per la separazione economica sia degli elementi di terre rare pesanti che leggeri. La Fase 2 è stata completata in meno di 3 settimane, mentre la Fase 3 è prevista per maggio/giugno, con l'obiettivo di triplicare la produzione rispetto alla Fase 2.
Lo stabilimento tratta elementi chiave come neodimio (Nd), prasiodimio (Pr), disprosio (Dy) e terbio (Tb). Questa espansione risponde alla crescente domanda di ossidi di terre rare di origine nazionale, soprattutto a seguito dei recenti cambiamenti nel commercio globale e degli ordini esecutivi del Presidente Trump a sostegno dell'indipendenza mineraria degli Stati Uniti.
American Resources (NASDAQ:AREC) ha anunciado una expansión significativa en la producción de óxidos de tierras raras en la planta Noblesville de ReElement Technologies. La compañía completó la Fase 2 de expansión en abril de 2025, duplicando su capacidad diaria de producción de óxidos de tierras raras ligeras y pesadas de alta pureza (99,5%+).
La expansión demuestra la plataforma modular de refinación única de ReElement, que actualmente es la única solución escalable en EE.UU. para separar económicamente tanto elementos de tierras raras pesadas como ligeras. La Fase 2 se completó en menos de 3 semanas, mientras que la Fase 3 está programada para completarse en mayo/junio, con la expectativa de triplicar los niveles de producción en comparación con la Fase 2.
La planta procesa elementos clave de tierras raras como neodimio (Nd), praseodimio (Pr), disprosio (Dy) y terbio (Tb). Esta expansión responde a la creciente demanda de óxidos de tierras raras de origen nacional, especialmente tras los recientes cambios en el comercio global y las órdenes ejecutivas del presidente Trump que apoyan la independencia minera de EE.UU.
American Resources (NASDAQ:AREC)는 ReElement Technologies의 Noblesville 시설에서 희토류 산화물 생산을 대폭 확장했다고 발표했습니다. 회사는 2025년 4월에 2단계 확장을 완료하여 고순도(99.5% 이상) 경희토류 및 중희토류 산화물의 일일 생산 능력을 두 배로 늘렸습니다.
이번 확장은 현재 미국 내 유일한 경제적으로 경희토류와 중희토류 원소를 모두 분리할 수 있는 확장 가능한 모듈식 정제 플랫폼인 ReElement의 독특한 기술을 보여줍니다. 2단계는 3주 이내에 완료되었으며, 3단계는 5월/6월 완료 예정으로 2단계 대비 생산량을 세 배로 늘릴 것으로 예상됩니다.
이 시설은 네오디뮴(Nd), 프라세오디뮴(Pr), 디스프로슘(Dy), 터븀(Tb) 등 주요 희토류 원소를 처리합니다. 이번 확장은 최근 글로벌 무역 변화와 트럼프 대통령의 미국 광물 독립 지원 행정명령에 따른 국내산 희토류 산화물 수요 급증에 대응한 것입니다.
American Resources (NASDAQ:AREC) a annoncé une expansion significative de la production d'oxydes de terres rares dans son installation ReElement Technologies à Noblesville. L'entreprise a achevé la phase 2 de l'expansion en avril 2025, doublant ainsi sa capacité de production quotidienne d'oxydes de terres rares légères et lourdes à haute pureté (plus de 99,5%).
Cette expansion illustre la plateforme modulaire de raffinage unique de ReElement, actuellement la seule solution évolutive aux États-Unis permettant de séparer économiquement à la fois les éléments lourds et légers des terres rares. La phase 2 a été réalisée en moins de 3 semaines, tandis que la phase 3 est prévue pour mai/juin, avec l'objectif de tripler la production par rapport à la phase 2.
L'installation traite des éléments clés des terres rares tels que le néodyme (Nd), le praséodyme (Pr), le dysprosium (Dy) et le terbium (Tb). Cette expansion répond à la demande croissante d'oxydes de terres rares d'origine nationale, notamment à la suite des récents changements dans le commerce mondial et des décrets exécutifs du président Trump soutenant l'indépendance minérale des États-Unis.
American Resources (NASDAQ:AREC) hat eine bedeutende Erweiterung der Produktion von seltenen Erden Oxiden in der Noblesville-Anlage von ReElement Technologies angekündigt. Das Unternehmen hat die Phase 2 der Erweiterung im April 2025 abgeschlossen und damit die tägliche Produktionskapazität von hochreinen (über 99,5 %) leichten und schweren seltenen Erden Oxiden verdoppelt.
Die Erweiterung zeigt die einzigartige modulare Raffinerieplattform von ReElement, die derzeit die einzige skalierbare Lösung in den USA ist, um sowohl schwere als auch leichte seltene Erden wirtschaftlich zu trennen. Phase 2 wurde in weniger als 3 Wochen abgeschlossen, während Phase 3 für Mai/Juni geplant ist und eine Verdreifachung der Produktion im Vergleich zu Phase 2 erwartet wird.
Die Anlage verarbeitet wichtige seltene Erden Elemente wie Neodym (Nd), Praseodym (Pr), Dysprosium (Dy) und Terbium (Tb). Diese Erweiterung erfolgt als Reaktion auf die steigende Nachfrage nach inländisch bezogenen seltenen Erden Oxiden, insbesondere nach den jüngsten globalen Handelsveränderungen und den Exekutivbefehlen von Präsident Trump zur Unterstützung der mineralischen Unabhängigkeit der USA.
- Only U.S.-based scalable solution for economically separating both heavy and light rare earth elements
- Phase 2 expansion doubles production capacity of high-purity rare earth oxides
- Phase 3 expansion will triple production compared to Phase 2
- Rapid expansion capability demonstrated (Phase 2 completed in under 3 weeks)
- Strong customer demand driving growth
- Noblesville facility was not originally intended to be commercial
- Equipment delivery for Phase 3 requires 6-8 week wait time
Insights
ReElement's rare earth oxide production expansion demonstrates exceptional operational agility, doubling capacity now with plans to triple soon, strengthening America's critical mineral supply chain.
The modular expansion strategy employed by ReElement Technologies showcases a masterclass in manufacturing scalability. Completing Phase 2 in under three weeks from design to commissioning represents extraordinary operational efficiency in an industry typically constrained by lengthy implementation timelines. This rapid execution demonstrates their platform technology's inherent flexibility while addressing immediate customer demand.
The technology's ability to process both heavy and light rare earth elements (Nd, Pr, Dy, Tb) to 99.5%+ purity represents a significant technical achievement. Most processing facilities specialize in either heavy or light elements due to their different chemical properties, making ReElement's multi-feedstock capability particularly valuable for domestic supply chain resilience.
What's especially noteworthy is repurposing the Noblesville facility from a non-commercial site to an essential production hub. This adaptive approach maximizes existing infrastructure investments while their larger Marion facility develops, minimizing capital expenditure risks typically associated with rapid scaling. The urban setting of their operation further suggests their process has minimal environmental impact compared to traditional rare earth processing, which often involves significant chemical waste management challenges.
The phased implementation approach—doubling capacity now with equipment for tripling production already ordered—represents sound operational risk management. This measured expansion allows for process optimization between phases while still rapidly addressing market demands catalyzed by recent trade policy shifts.
ReElement's production expansion establishes a crucial domestic supply of rare earth oxides precisely when new executive orders prioritize American mineral independence.
The timing of ReElement's expansion couldn't be more strategically aligned with national priorities. The recent executive orders from President Trump specifically targeting domestic mineral production create an exceptionally favorable regulatory environment for the company. This expansion positions American Resources to capture significant market share in what has historically been a China-dominated supply chain.
The specific elements being produced—neodymium, praseodymium, dysprosium and terbium—represent the most commercially critical rare earths used in permanent magnets essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and defense applications. These magnet-grade rare earths command premium pricing due to their substitutability and growing demand.
What distinguishes this development is ReElement's claim to economically refine both heavy and light rare earths. Heavy rare earths like dysprosium and terbium are particularly challenging to process and predominantly sourced from China, making domestic production strategically significant. The
The "unprecedented customer demand" referenced suggests potential supply contracts are developing as manufacturers seek to derisk their supply chains in response to geopolitical tensions and trade policy shifts. This demand signal validates ReElement's market timing and could indicate sustained growth opportunity beyond the current expansion phases.
ReElement's ability to rapidly scale production represents a crucial advantage in an industry traditionally characterized by long development timelines, positioning the company to capitalize on both commercial demand and national strategic priorities for critical mineral independence.
ReElement's modular, multi-feedstock refining platform remains the only U.S.-based scalable solution economically separating and purifying both heavy and light rare earth elements
Phase 2 expansion, launched this April, doubles daily production capacity of high-purity (
Phase 3, scheduled for completion by May/June, will further increase production capacity by approximately 3x over Phase 2, focusing on magnet-grade rare earths
FISHERS, IN / ACCESS Newswire / April 21, 2025 / American Resources Corporation (NASDAQ:AREC) ("American Resources"), through its holding in ReElement Technologies Corporation ("ReElement" or the "Company"), a leading provider of high-performance refining capacity for rare earth, critical defense and battery elements, today announced the expansion of operating equipment to meet surging demand for domestically sourced rare earth oxides. ReElement is at the forefront and committed to unlocking and building a secure national supply chain of critical minerals through its scalable, highly efficient and versatile refinery platform - delivering both light and heavy magnet-grade rare earth oxides, battery materials, and other strategic defense minerals including antimony - faster and more efficiently than traditional methods.
This latest equipment expansion showcases the unique modular and scalable nature of ReElement's refining technology, enabling rapid and versatile growth in response to unprecedented demand for domestically produced, ultra-pure rare earth oxides. This entire Phase 2 growth process, from design to commissioning, was completed in under 3 weeks and is doubling the facility's production of finished rare earth oxides. A third phase of expansion is underway, with equipment delivery expected in 6 to 8 week, and projected to triple production levels when compared to Phase 2. This added refining capacity will significantly increase the facility's daily refining volumes of key rare earth elements, including neodymium (Nd), praseodymium (Pr), dysprosium (Dy) and terbium (Tb).
Jeff Peterson, COO of ReElement Technologies commented, "By investing in and leveraging our innovative refining technology, our Noblesville facility is able to rapidly scale to meet the unprecedented customer demand we are seeing from our growing customer base. Our team remains committed to driving innovation and continues to push the boundaries of engineering and operational excellence in our progress of refining critical minerals."
Mark Jensen, CEO of ReElement Technologies added, "Our Noblesville facility, located in an urban setting, demonstrates not only the scalability of our technology but also our commitment to environmentally responsible production of both heavy and light rare earth oxides. While the site was not originally intended to be commercial, growing customer demand, especially following recent global trade shifts, has made it an essential part of our operations as we continue developing our larger Marion facility. We're proud to support our nation's access to these critical materials and applaud President Trump for prioritizing this effort through executive action. We're also incredibly thankful to our domestic equipment partners for delivering high-performance refining equipment that meet our exacting standards - often ahead of schedule. Our team remains committed to leading the domestic market with efficient, scalable solutions that promote American manufacturing, national security, and critical mineral independence. This latest expansion highlights the flexibility of our platform and our ability to efficiently respond to increasing demand for high-purity rare earth oxides."
Recent Executive Actions by President Trump Supporting U.S. Mineral Independence:
Executive Order on "Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production"
President Trump has signed an executive order aimed at significantly expanding domestic mineral production to secure America's supply chains and reduce dependence on foreign sources. View Executive Order here.
Executive Order Investigating National Security Risks of Foreign Critical Mineral Dependence
President Trump also issued an executive order initiating a national security investigation into the risks associated with U.S. reliance on imported refined critical minerals and their derivatives. View the Executive Order here.
Learn more about ReElement Technologies' process and technology here - Video.
About American Resources Corporation
American Resources Corporation is a leader in the critical mineral supply chain, developing innovative solutions both upstream and downstream of the refining process. The company and its affiliates focus on the extraction and processing of metallurgical carbon and iron ore, essential ingredients in steelmaking, as well as critical and rare earth minerals for the electrification market and recycled metals.
Leveraging its affiliation and former parent status of ReElement Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of high-performance refining capacity for rare earth and critical battery elements, American Resources is investing in and developing efficient upstream and downstream critical mineral operations. These operations include mining interests in conventional and unconventional sources, recycling, and manufacturing.
American Resources has established a nimble, low-cost business model centered on growth, which provides a significant opportunity to scale its portfolio of assets to meet the growing global infrastructure and electrification markets while also continuing to acquire operations and significantly reduce their legacy industry risks. Its streamlined and efficient operations are able to maximize margins while reducing costs. For more information visit americanresourcescorp.com or connect with the Company on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
About American Resources Corporation
American Resources Corporation (NASDAQ: AREC) is a next-generation, environmentally and socially responsible supplier of high-quality raw materials to the new infrastructure market. The Company is focused on the extraction and processing of metallurgical carbon, an essential ingredient used in steelmaking, critical and rare earth minerals for the electrification market, and reprocessed metal to be recycled. American Resources has a growing portfolio of operations located in the Central Appalachian basin of eastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia where premium quality metallurgical carbon and rare earth mineral deposits are concentrated.
American Resources has established a nimble, low-cost business model centered on growth, which provides a significant opportunity to scale its portfolio of assets to meet the growing global infrastructure and electrification markets while also continuing to acquire operations and significantly reduce their legacy industry risks. Its streamlined and efficient operations are able to maximize margins while reducing costs. For more information visit americanresourcescorp.com or connect with the Company on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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