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CFD modelling for extraction of chromium from effluent in a hollow fiber membrane, S. Dash, P.P. Patra, K. Sarangi, and S. MohantyBy S. Mohanty, K. Sarangi, S. Dash, P. P. Patra
Industrial effluent from various industries contains heavy metals that are a serious threat to humans, flora and fauna in water bodies, and the environment. The heavy metals are dumped after precipita
Jan 1, 2020
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Investigation on the incline channels of the REFLUX™ classifier, W.P. Roux and N. NaudeBy N. Naude, W. P. Roux
Fine particle beneficiation plays an ever-increasing role in mineral processing plants and it seems that technology can’t keep up with the challenges involved in the treating of these fines. The REFLU
Jan 1, 2020
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Characterization and optimization of the high temperature caustic conditioning (HiTeCC) activated carbon process for optimized gold recovery from double refractory ores, P.J. Pieterse, R.F. Sandenbergh, and C. van BuurenBy C. van Buuren, R. F. Sandenbergh, P. J. Pieterse
Gold extraction from double refractory ores using conventional cyanidation has proved challenging due to the presence of carbon within the ore. Carbon particles may adsorb leached gold resulting in go
Jan 1, 2020
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A Modification of the Zeta Potential of Copper Sulphide by the Application of a Magnetic Field in Order to Improve Particle SettlingBy S. Gqebe, A. Lewis, M. Rodriguez-Pascual
"Gravitational sedimentation of suspensions in various precipitation processes is hindered by colloidal stability. This is due to the high surface charge of the suspension and results in strong attrac
Jan 1, 2016
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An independent analysis of the 2006 draft royalty bill for the South African mineral and petroleum sectors - SynopsisBy F. T. Cawood
This paper reviews the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Royalty Bill of 2006, identifies potential areas that require further consideration by the National Treasury and, where appropriate, offers alter
Jan 1, 2007
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Considering the action of degrading water quality on the electrochemical response of sulphide minerals, N. Ndamase, M. Tadie, and K.C. CorinBy K. C. Corin, M. Tadie, N. Ndamase
Fresh water conservation efforts and strict environmental regulations have forced the mining industry to reduce freshwater consumption and effluent discharge. This is achieved by recycling process wat
Jan 1, 2020
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Project Success And Performance EvaluationBy R. G. Koelmans
In 2001 Platinum overtook gold in foreign revenue earnings for South Africa. The export sales from platinum group metals amounted to R29.3 billion as opposed to gold export sales of R28.6billion1. O
Jan 1, 2004
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The Relationship Between The Owner?s Project Team And The Consultant?s Project TeamBy H. W. Read
Sustained growth in demand for platinum group metals has resulted in an unfettered increase in new projects undertaken by the platinum producers. These projects are outsourced to various degrees. Th
Jan 1, 2004
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A Managed Approach To Project InsuranceBy N. Watson
Historically the insurance industry's involvement in any project has been relatively late in the process. Often it was a case of the last item to be ticked off the checklist has been to ensure th
Jan 1, 2007
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Pre-treatment investigation of lithium bearing granite ore using high voltage electric pulse, L.O. Filippov, S.K.Tripathy, I. Filippova, and F. DiotBy F. Diot, S. K. Tripathy, L. O. Filippov, I. Filippova
Among different pre-treatment methods, a high voltage electric pulse was recently developed and is gaining popularity due to multi-benefits such as pre-weakening along the grain boundaries, as well as
Jan 1, 2020
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Use of Cationic Coagulant to Improve Overflow Clarity of the Tailings Thickener at Kamoa Copper PlantBy P. Kitobo, T. Nduba, D. Mbay, J. B. Vangu, R. Ciband
The flotation plant tailings at Kamoa Copper Mine concentrator were found to contain a high proportion of extremely fine particles. The potential issues with settling these fine solids were resolved b
Jan 1, 2023
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Flotation Of Oxide Minerals By Sulphidization - The Development Of A Sulphidization Control System For Laboratory TestworkBy J. C. D. Gush
Paper written on project work carried out in partial fulfilment of Laboratory-scale testwork was undertaken to recover oxidic copper-cobalt minerals by froth flotation, which requires maintaining
Jan 1, 2005
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Exploration (53a79357-693a-40cb-a52e-abe27593d76b)"Chairman: Dr DeV. HarrisRapporteur: Mr A.H. MunroPapers:Corporate exploration strategies by MacKenzie, B.W.The Engel Simulator and the search for uranium by Griffiths, J.C. and Singer, D.A.The Chairm
Jan 1, 2014
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ACORGA® CR60LT in the African Copperbelt: Commercial Successes for Agitated Leach OperationsBy L. Thomas, D. Muteba, L. I. Nsenga, B. Mbao, G. Longo Banza
Owing to the high ore grades in the African Copperbelt and variable acid consumption, agitated leaching is common practice and is used more widely in Africa than in other regions. Two common challenge
Jan 1, 2023
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On-Line Analysis - What has been Done?By Pieter de Waal
The beneficiation equipment under the control of plant metallurgists exploits the differences in the physical properties between valuable and waste mineral components. In many cases, laboratory result
Jan 1, 2014
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The Age Of Intelligence. Online Diagnostic And Automated Maintenance PlanningBy A. Marek
Reduced downtime and maximized availability of mining machines are the key factors in optimizing production rates. As technology moves industry towards an age of ?intelligent machines? it sets the fou
Jan 1, 2012
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Determination of the erosion level of a porphyry copper deposit using soil geochemistryBy S. M. H. Ahmadi, K. Barani, F. Moradpouri, R. Ghaedrahmati
As exploration is time-consuming, costly, and risky, determination of the erosion surface of a metalliferous deposit before geophysical surveying and exploration drilling might be very helpful. Geoche
Feb 6, 2023
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A macro-scale approach to computational fluid dynamics modelling of the reduction of manganese ore by hydrogenBy B. S. Xakalashe, M. I. Khama, Q. G. Reynolds
The carbonaceous reduction of manganese ore is an energy-intensive process that releases large amounts of pollutant gases. In an attempt to circumvent the greenhouse gas emissions, this research inves
Mar 4, 2025
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Pre-processing and characterization of PCBs to unlock opportunities for local end processing in developing economies. T. Moyo and J. PetersenBy J. Petersen, T. Moyo
Waste Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are a metals-rich fraction of electronic waste (e-waste) streams, and globally it has been demonstrated that they can be recycled gainfully to recover the metals. R
Jan 1, 2020
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Geotechnical Data Analysis to Select a Feasible Method for Development of a Long Axis, Large Diameter Vertical Ventilation ShaftBy E. J. Walls, W. C. Joughin
"In selecting a suitable method to sink a vertical shaft for underground access, a number of constraints influence the ultimate decision of where and how to develop the shaft, not least among these be
Apr 1, 2019