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Analysis of the Effect of Ducted Fan System Variables on Ventilation in an Empty Heading Using CFDBy T. Feroze, B. Genc
"The effect of some of the system variables in forcing and exhausting ducted fan systems on ventilation in an empty heading was investigated using computational fluid dynamics(CFD) and comparative ana
Jan 1, 2017
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End-of-life mode of failure of a zinc sulphide concentrate fluidized-bed roaster and its rebuilding - SynopsisZincor operates four Lurgi fluidized-bed roasters at its roast-leach-electrowin refinery in Springs, South Africa. In 2006, Zincor?s four roasters had reached ages ranging between 26 and 38 years, whi
Jan 1, 2007
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Wear analysis of a tap-hole from A SiMn production furnaceBy J. P. Gous, M. Tangstad, J. D. Steenkamp
In April of 2013 a 48 MVA submerged arc furnace producing silicomanganese was excavated in South Africa. One of the areas excavated systematically was the furnace taphole. The aim was to obtain a refr
Jan 1, 2014
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Introducing new Council members (a79be80f-11af-4a3b-bfcc-b0e6ed1e62dd)Professor H.R. Philips was born in South Wales. After graduating with a B.Sc. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Bristol, he joined the National Coal Board's management train
Jan 1, 1989
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Mineral resource modelling of variables with inequality constraints: a case study of an iron ore deposit APCOM 2021By N. Madani, S. Abulkhair
In multivariate geostatistics, it is common to have different types of complexities between variables of interest. In this context, an inequality constraint is an example of complex bivariate relation
Sep 1, 2021
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A study of UG2 pillar strength using a new pillar databaseBy D. F. Malan, T. E. Oates
A recent experimental pillar extraction project at a UG2 bord-and-pillar mine presented a unique opportunity to compile a new pillar database. Currently, the South African hard rock bordand- pillar mi
May 3, 2023
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Proceedings Special General Meeting and February General MeetingA Special General Meeting, followed by the February General Meeting of the Institute, was held in Kelvin House, Johannesburg, on 18th February, 1970, at 4.30 p.m. Mr J. K. E. Douglas (President) wa
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Ion Exchange Technology for the Efficient Recovery of Precious Metals From Waste and Low-Grade StreamsBy V. Yahorava
Efficient recovery of precious metals from process solutions is essential for improving process economics. Traditionally, precious metals are relatively effectively recovered from waste streams via pr
Jan 1, 2014
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3?Chamber pipe feeder system (3-CPFS)By J. J. Botha
As a Demand Side Management (DSM) Project, money was granted for the procurement and installation of a 3-Chamber Pipe Feeder System (3-CPFS) at AngloGold Ashanti?s Moab Khotsong Mine in the Vaal River
Jan 1, 2009
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Visit to the Modderfontein Factory of A. E. & C. I. LtdVisit to the Modderfontein factory of A. E. & C. I. Ltd 23rd November, 1972 A full programme was arranged to suit both the mining and metallurgical sections of the Institute. After refreshments were t
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Automatic closed-loop scheduling in underground mining using discrete event simulationBy F. Sundqvist, B. Skawina, J. Greberg, A. Salama, M. Astrand, P. Ekbeck
Today’s mining operations require fast reporting and rapid rescheduling based on updated information. An automatic mine scheduling system could not only quickly reschedule but also propose alternative
Jun 1, 2021
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The thermal decomposition kinetics of carbonaceous and ferruginous manganese ores in atmospheric conditionsBy F. Dinter, S. A. C. Hockaday, Q. G. Reynolds
The thermal decomposition of carbonate minerals as pre-treatment before smelting reduces the energy requirement for smelting. It can also make the combustion of fossil fuels for heating unnecassary. T
Aug 3, 2023
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Predictability of pothole characteristics and their spatial distribution at Rustenburg Platinum Mine - SynopsisBy G. Chitiyo
Prediction of pothole characteristics is a challenging task, confronting production geologists at the platinum mines of the Bushveld Complex. The frequency, distribution, size, shape, severity and rel
Jan 1, 2008
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Silicomanganese alloy from rich manganese slag produced from Egyptian low-grade manganese oreBy H. El-Faramawy, A. Ahmed, M. Eissa, M. El-Fawakhry, T. Mattar, S. N. Ghali, E. M. Kotb
As a result of the depletion of high-grade manganese reserves, it has become necessary to consider the exploitation of low-grade manganese ores. The main problem of low-grade manganese ore is the low
Jan 2, 2022
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Production of Al(III)-K(I)-Ti(IV)- sulphate-containing leach liquor from metakaolinite-containing ash derived from South African coal finesBy R. H. Matjie, J. R. Bunt, A. C. Collins, J. C. van Dyk, C. A. Strydom
South African discard coal fines and K₂CO₃ blends were heated in a laboratory-scale rotary kiln to produce ashes for H₂SO₄ leaching tests. The optimized H₂SO₄ leaching conditions of 6.12 mol.dm³ (M) H
Aug 2, 2022
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Effect of chemical, mineralogical, and petrographic properties on the grindability of a South African Highveld coalBy R. Uwaoma, A. Goosen, R. Matjie, K. Mphahlele, J. Bunt
Coal properties that are associated with wear and damage of grinding equipment during pulverization prior to combustion were investigated. A South African Highveld feed coal and its beneficiated fract
Jul 5, 2023
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Technology and growth in the South African mining industry: An assessment of criticalBy V. W. Lumadi, S. Nyasha
The mining industry has yet to fully accept and embrace the strategic role of technology and innovation in successful business planning and execution. In this study, we empirically determine the facto
Apr 14, 2024
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Elastic damage characterization of an ilmenite smelter freeze liningBy A. Mabentsela
A furnace freeze lining is necessary for safety and economic reasons in several smelting operations. The integrity of the freeze lining is put at risk by furnace power imbalances. Although numerous mo
Jan 26, 2023
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The use of seawater in copper hydrometallurgical processing in Chile: A reviewBy V. Quezada, Á. Astudillo, L. Valásquez, M. Garcia
Seawater has become a viable alternative for different uses in copper hydrometallurgy. In this paper we review the main physical and chemical characteristics of seawater and how these influence copper
Jul 5, 2023
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The process plant commissioning, start up and optimization at Ada Tepe Gold Mine, A. Grigoryan, L. Stamenov, M. Nolte, K. Evtiminova, and E. AyvazovBy L. Stamenov, A. Grigoryan, M. Nolte, E. Ayvazov, K. Evtiminova
Dundee Precious Metals Inc. (DPM) owns and operates the Ada Tepe gold mine and processing facility (previously referred to as the Krumovgrad Gold Project) located in south-western Bulgaria. The Ada Te
Jan 1, 2020