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  • SAIMM
    Behaviour of Cu, Fe, Ni, and PGMs during leaching of Ni-Fe-Cu-S converter matte

    By G. Akdogan, S. M. Bradshaw, A. P. Van Wyk

    In the mineral processing industry, Ni-Cu-Fe-S converter matte is leached to remove base metals from a concentrate containing platinum group metals (PGMs). We investigated the atmospheric leaching pro

    Nov 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    Heat-constrained modelling of calcium sulphate reduction

    By L. A. Jordan, D. van Vuuren

    A two-dimensional finite difference model has been developed to describe the reduction of kilogram quantities of dehydrated phosphogypsum. The model’s scope has been limited to focus on the heat trans

    Oct 1, 2022

  • SAIMM
    Development and research of new positive flotation collector for complex bauxite, T. Yingzhong, G. XIN, and W. Peihe

    By Tian Yingzhong, Guo XIN, Wei Peihe

    The intention is to solve a series of problems in the flotation and desiliconisation of complex bauxite; aiming to achieve monomer dissociation of target minerals based on process mineralogy. Accordin

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Improving the understanding of post-mining transformation strategies that enhance rural-urban linkages: Case of Richards Bay Minerals, South Africa, L. Lelia and E. Govender-Opitz

    By E. Govender-Opitz, L. Lelia

    The South African mining industry plays a significant role in the economy of the country. Nonetheless, the negative impacts on the environment continue to prevail. In regions where mining exists in pr

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Flyrock in surface mining – Limitations of current predictive models and a better alterative through modelling the aerodynamics of flyrock trajectory

    By T. Szendrei and S. Tose

    Historical approaches to the problem of flyrock based on correlation studies and regression analysis, including artificial neural networks and similar techniques, are inherently incapable of addressin

    Dec 13, 2022

  • SAIMM
    Possible Modes of Government Participation in Marginal Mining Operations

    By A. Galibois, A. Dubé, H. Monette, J. L. Collins

    "The start of mining operations often raises serious financial problems. In marginal cases promoters frequently demand financial aid from governments.In the past, the financial assistance has taken th

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Teck’s KIVCETTM lead tapping experience (f65f6bf0-cc26-4282-9192-361faf12fa9a)

    By G. J. McTeer, D. J. Rioux

    Teck Metals Ltd operates an integrated zinc-lead complex at Trail, British Columbia, Canada. Since 1997, KIVCETTM flash smelting technology has been utilized for the treatment of zinc plant residues

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Underground Environmental Challenges In Deep Platinum Mining And Some Suggested Solutions

    By M. Karsten

    Platinum mines in the Bushveld Complex are located in areas with a high geothermal gradient. This means that, compared to, for example, gold mines of the Witwatersrand region, high rock temperatures

    Jan 1, 2012

  • SAIMM
    Can preconcentration of cassiterite from its pegmatite ore reduce processing costs and improve operational sustainability?

    By A. Chuma, K. J. Nyembwe, H. Simonsen, J. H. Potgieter

    Different concentration techniques were evaluated for preconcentration of a mineral ore at a coarser size to avoid energy and resource wastage. Specifically, the aim was to reduce milling costs and en

    Apr 14, 2024

  • SAIMM
    Slurry Abrasion of WC-4wt%Ni Cold-Sprayed Coatings in Synthetic Minewater

    By N. Sacks, N. B. S. Magagula, I. Botef

    "Low-pressure cold gas dynamic spraying was used to deposit WC-4wt%Ni and WC-4wt%Ni-1wt%Mo coatings onto mild steel. Dense coatings with very low porosities were produced. No decarburization occurred

    Jan 1, 2016

  • SAIMM
    Comparison of normalized and nonnormalized block caving comminution models

    By R. Castro, R. Gómez, F. Betancourt, M. Moncada

    In block cave mining, rock fragmentation is a key parameter that influences the production level design and mine planning. Fragmentation occurs mainly by natural breakage during the caving process and

    Nov 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    Bord-and-pillar design for the UG2 Reef containing weak alteration layers

    By D. F. Malan, P. M. Couto

    We propose a layout design for the UG2 Reef where weak geological alteration layers are present. The collapse of the Everest platinum mine in South Africa indicated that these layers substantially wea

    May 3, 2023

  • SAIMM
    Gypsum seeding to prevent scale formation, T.M. Chagwedera, A.E. Lewis, and J. Chivavava

    By T. M. Chagwedera, A. E. Lewis, J. Chivavava

    Eutectic freeze crystallisation is a novel separation technique that can be applied to treat brine solutions such as reverse osmosis retentates, which are often a mixture of different inorganic salts.

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Separation and recovery of cobalt and aluminium from spent gas-to-liquid catalysts using CYANEX® 272

    By D. van der Westhuizen, H. Krieg, M. Kruger

    In the field of Fischer-Tropsch synthesis catalysts, cobalt, platinum, and aluminium are the primary metal constituents of the conventionally used cobalt catalyst. While platinum recovery remains a fo

    May 27, 2025

  • SAIMM
    Mining Companies Attain Relief Through Deductions on Infrastructure Relating to Social and Labour Plans: A Case of the Cart Before the Horse?

    By K. Thambi

    "A recent amendment to Section 36(11)(e) of the Income Tax Act, 53 of 1968 (Tax Act) now extends the allowable deduction of ‘capital expenditure’ incurred by mining companies pursuant to the Mineral a

    May 1, 2019

  • SAIMM
    Correlations of geotechnical monitoring data in open pit slope back-analysis – A mine case study

    By A. F. Silva, J. M. G. Sotomayor, V. F. N. Torres

    Geotechnical monitoring plays an important role in the detection of operational safety issues in the slopes of open pits. Currently, monitoring companies offer several solutions involving robust techn

    Oct 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    Hydrogeological Properties Of The UG2 Pyroxenite Aquifers Of The Bushveld Complex

    By R. Gebrekristos

    It is commonly accepted that three types of aquifers exist in the Bushveld Complex: (a) alluvial aquifers in areas of river courses, (b) weathered bedrock aquifer formed by the in-situ weathering of t

    Jan 1, 2012

  • SAIMM
    Investigation of factors influencing the attrition breakage of coal - Synopsis

    By V. Oberholzer

    The presence of fines (particles smaller than 6 mm in diameter) causes hydrodynamic problems in gasifiers and therefore it is of great importance to minimize the amount of fine coal in the feed. This

    Jan 1, 2009

  • SAIMM
    The recovery of platinum group metals from lowgrade concentrates to an iron alloy using silicon carbide as reductant

    By G. A. Bezuidenhout, S. Bradshaw, W. Malan

    "Currently, the matted-based collection process is most widely used for platinum group metal (PGM) recovery. However, because PGM-containing concentrates are becoming more enriched with UG2 (Upper Gro

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Aids to Planning Production in Coal Mines

    By F. H. Deist, M. P. Roberts

    "The Collieries Research Laboratory of the Chamber of Mines of South Africa is developing a coherent system of programs to aid in the full spectrum of activities arising in the planning of new as well

    Jan 1, 2014