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Orebody Solid Modelling Accuracy ù A Comparison of Explicit and Implicit Modelling Techniques Using a Practical Example from the Hope Bay District, Nunavut, CanadaAccurate geometric models of orebodies establish the framework for reliable mineral resource estimates that provide a basis for further exploration and mine planning, as well as for financial models t
Jan 1, 2006
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Controlled Recirculation and Refrigeration at ValeÆs Taquari Potash MineBy S Bluhm, LádeáOliveira, R Funnell
Taquari Vasouras potash mine (Vale Fertilizantes) has many interesting features including virgin rock temperatures of 50¦C at depths of 700 m. The mine has a relatively small shaft system with limited
Jul 1, 2013
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Copper Refining and Production of Semi-fabricated Products at Copper Refineries LtdWithin CRLÆs lifetime there have been a number of products that have proceeded through their life cycles. In each case market forces and technological advances have forced the cessation of the product
Jan 1, 1998
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The Influence of Inertisation Techniques on Gas InterpretationBy D M. Brady
Underground coal mines in Australia have embraced the use of various inertisation techniques both proactively and reactively. The use of such techniques can have a significant influence on ratios and
Jul 1, 2013
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Rocks are not EnoughTimes are changing for the mining industry. Civil society is demanding that miners pay more attention to the ways they impact on, and engage with, communities around their mines. Miners, in turn, are
Jan 1, 2005
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Key insights for the successful implementation of proximity detection and collision avoidance technology for reducing vehicle interaction risk – a surface technology provider perspectiveBy C Hoffmann
Given that each year, 30–40 per cent of mining industry deaths are attributable to failures of vehicle interaction controls (EMESRT, 2023), the mining industry is now armed with a growing body of know
Apr 16, 2024
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Modelling multi-seam interactions for longwall miningBy A Lines
This paper addresses a gap in longwall multi-seam interactions and their predictions, providing a case study for future multi-seam operations for both anticipated conditions and a method for understan
Nov 30, 2018
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Using Dynamic Simulation Throughout a Process Plant's Life CycleUsing Dynamic Simulation Throughout a Process Plant's Life Cycle
Sep 13, 2010
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Reducing the Cost of Tunnel Design in AustraliaBy B Rouvray, R Bertuzzi
The development of a design-and-construct tunnelling project in Australia from its concept to its construction requires designs to be prepared and reviewed at several distinct stages prior to document
Sep 17, 2014
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Resources and Reserve Assurance Processes – a Framework for Improved GovernanceBy L J. de Lange
As a material asset for mining entities, the resources and reserves (RR) estimation processes are surprisingly underrepresented in the assurance landscape. When press reports expose them being inaccur
Jun 22, 2016
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Improving Rehabilitation Outcomes using BiocrustsBy S Doudle
The Iluka Resources Ltd Jacinth-Ambrosia heavy mineral sand mine (South Australia) is located in an undisturbed semi-arid landscape consisting of sparse trees, shrubs and grasses. The soil interspaces
Oct 5, 2011
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Orepass Loss Mitigation Approach in Malmberget MineBy A Salama, J Greberg, B Skawina
In today’s underground mass mining, the orepass is an important part of the infrastructure as it connects two or more mine levels and is used for conveying or storing large amounts of material. One of
May 9, 2016
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Designing Energy Efficiency Assessments that Work - Thiess Australian Mining û Case StudyBy P Crittenden
Thiess Pty LtdÆs Australian Mining business unit used 7.6 PJ of energy in the 2007/2008 financial year. This represented more than 85 per cent of Thiess Pty LtdÆs total energy use and therefore meant
Jan 1, 2009
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Glencore Mount Isa lead zinc flotation circuit – experiences from the implementation of model predictive controlBy A Price, D Okle, K Brooks
The operation of flotation plants has been improved over the years by use of fundamentally based design techniques, a better understanding of reagent chemistry, online metal analysis and the use of di
Aug 29, 2018
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Considerations for the design and support of underground portalsBy M P. Sandy, R M. Stephenson
Portals to access underground mines are important infrastructure and their design requires careful consideration. Portals are generally expected to last for the life of the mine. Typically, the exposu
Mar 15, 2021
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Loading Mechanics of the æCanÆ and Implications for Improved Strength and Stiffness PropertiesImproved roof control in high deformation tailgate environments has been achieved over the last decade through development of stiffer and increased capacity standing support products. æThe CanÆ is one
Jan 1, 2005
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Vibration control blasting for low stability final wallsBy G Wyartt
In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, an iron ore mine is undertaking a high wall cut-back to improve stability and allow access to deeper ore deposits. Several sections of the wall have been cl
Nov 30, 2018
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Agglomeration – The Key to Success for the Murrin Murrin Ni Laterite Heap LeachBy D Readett
The most critical variable in the successful establishment of the Murrin Murrin Heap Leach plant was the effective agglomeration of the Ni laterite ore. This paper describes the test work undertaken t
Aug 8, 2011
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Ventilation Surveys and Model Building - A ConsultantÆs OpinionBy J Rowland
"This paper was primarily put together in order to demonstrate what are believed to be acceptablestandards, in relation to ventilation surveys and the subsequent model assembly process. Thiswas brough
Jun 1, 2012
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Development of an empirical geo-metallurgical model that unlocks value of the mineral resources at Yandi MineBy P Gilroy
In recent technical investigations that were triggered from ore for rail shortfalls at Yandi, BHP Iron ore has identified a gap in resource knowledge relating to geo-metallurgical characteristics that
Nov 21, 2018