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Welcome to the UniversityMr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you, on behalf of the Council and Administration, to this University and extend to you our very best wishes for a most succe
Jan 1, 1975
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In-pit In Situ Recovery – a New Approach That May Allow for Increased Value Extraction before Pit ClosureBy D J. Robinson, L L. Kuhar
"Regardless of orebody value, at some stage, the pit will reach a depth where the reward for mining wider and/or deeper is not justified by the anticipated returns. ‘Last-blast’ strategies may help to
Nov 15, 2016
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Perspectives on Future Global Collaboration for Mining Research and EducationBy M Scoble
This paper addresses the importance of collaborative approaches to resolving future mining challenges. It attempts to provide some insight into understanding the theory, measurement, mapping and manag
Nov 22, 2011
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The Integrative Technology of Slon Magnetic Separator and Centrifugal Separator for Processing Oxidised Iron OresBy X Dahe
SLon vertical ring and pulsating high gradient magnetic separators possess excellent mineral processing ability and have been widely applied to process oxidised iron ores. SLon centrifugal separators
Jul 11, 2011
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Integrated Sustainable Water Management in Mining for Development in the PhilippinesBy A N. Danoucaras, S E. Goater, D Hearne, A M. Bansuan
It is globally recognised that existing and emerging mining activities should be conducted in a æsustainableÆ manner for the entire life of mine. Many companies annually publish corporate sustainabili
Nov 20, 2012
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Innovation in an Uncertain WorldAs Pliny commented two millennia ago, The only certainty is that nothing is certain. Despite the many breakthroughs, advances and promises, the way we each live and work remains awash with technologic
May 1, 2010
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Developments in Equipment Used for Overburden Removal and Coal Winning in the Brown Coal Industry Part 1 Excavation EquipmentThe brown coal deposits of the Latrobe Valley are ideal for open cut mining and this method has been used since the start of coal winning in 1894. Operations at the main Yall9urn open cut commenced in
Jan 1, 1960
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Cost-Effective Dry Screening, Dewatering and Water TreatmentBy R Norris, M Dunne
Mining and mineral processing is expected by society and obliged by law to operate in an environmentally friendly fashion, minimising the impact on and avoiding damage to the environment. Substantial
Jan 1, 2006
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State-of-the-Art in Tunnel Ventilation Systems Design – Applicable Options to Meet Fire-Life-Safety Code RequirementsBy P C. Miclea
Transportation networks extend every day around the world, requiring safe and well-maintained structures for efficiency and for users’ safety. Due to specific features of the infrastructure, such as l
Mar 8, 2011
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Designing User Interfaces for the Mines of the Future – User Centred ApproachBy E Widzyk-Capehart
The mines of the future can be envisioned as complex, large-scale technological systems being operated remotely from few centrally located (major cities) operating centres and skeletal crew stationed
Nov 22, 2011
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The successful deployment of a fatal risk system, designed for the front-lineBy C J. Pitzer
The prevention of fatal risks is a key objective for the global resources industry, especially considering poor performance with regard to fatality rate reduction and the continued occurrence of mine
Mar 29, 2023
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Maximising the value of a drilling program – case study in a challenging environmentBy A A. Latscha, D O’Connor
Increasing orebody complexity, restrictions in ground access, and longer lead times for disturbance approvals, have generated the need for the Resource Development Team within Rio Tinto Iron Ore (RTIO
May 24, 2023
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The Resource Management Act 1991: Its Implementation in OtagoThe Resource Management Act has been in force now for approximately ten months. This Act, and the Crown Minerals Act which accompanied it, have substantially changed the manner by which mining operati
Jan 1, 1992
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Resource Efficient Mining Processes of TomorrowBy P Holtham, K Duffy, W Valery, A Jankovic
In the face of increasing energy costs, limited water resources, more stringent legislation, and lower feed grades, the mining industry is searching for more sustainable technologies and practices. Me
Nov 4, 2015
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Ground support design of Northparkes E26 Lift 1 North block cave mineBy Z Li, A Fleming, S Webster, L Snyman
Northparkes Mines is developing the E26 Lift 1 North block cave mine, which is adjoined to the existing E26 cave. This paper presents the challenges and methods used to design the ground support syste
Mar 15, 2021
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Taxonomy of Interactive Computer-Based Visualisation Systems and Content for the Mining Industry û Part OneBy C Caris, K Fowle, M Schmid, E van Wyk, D Schofield, A Squelch, M S. Kizil
This paper has been written collaboratively by members of the International Mining VR Group. It is the first of a series of papers. Mining in the 21st century is a high technology industry that strive
Jan 1, 2008
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Using Best Practice Operations as a Strategy for Attracting and Retaining Professional PeopleBy T Trott, G Lumley
"The mining industry suffers from a shortage of professional and other workers. Research and analysis has demonstrated a close correlation between high performance in productivity, maintenance and saf
Nov 20, 2012
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Automation of the Kimberley Nickel Mine Flotation Operation Using an Advanced Control SystemBy J Knoblauch, D, P J. J Strobos, C Foggo
The Sally Malay Project is located 120 km north of Halls Creek in the eastern Kimberley region. Since commissioning, ongoing improvements on the plant have resulted in recoveries now greatly exceeding
Jan 1, 2006
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Tele-Operation at Freeport to Reduce Wet Muck HazardsBy S Dirdjosuwondo, R Plaisance, L Thoma
PT Freeport Indonesia, a subsidiary of New Orleans-based Freeport McMoran Copper and Gold of New Orleans, operates a large mining complex on the Western half of the Island of New Guinea in Tembagapura
Jan 1, 2000
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The Impact of Fluidised-bed Flotation for Treating Coarse SulfidesBy H Thanasekaran, M J. Mankosa, J N. Kohmuench, G H. Luttrell
"Fluidised-bed flotation has been demonstrated over the last 16 years as an effective method for improving the flotation recovery of coarse particles. This technology has been successfully deployed in
Oct 10, 2016