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An Exploration Model for Tabular Orebodies
By Richard F. Link, Jr. Koch
"A mathematical simulation model has been devised to guide the layout of surface or underground mine workings, drill stations, and drill holes that are established in order to search for tabular ore b
Jan 1, 2014
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A study of backfill confinement to reinforce pillars in bord-and-pillar layouts
By D. F. Malan, D. Ile
This study explores the use of backfill in hard rock bord-and-pillar mines to increase the pillar strength and extraction ratio at depth. The use of backfill will also minimize the requirement for tai
May 3, 2023
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Comparison of remote sensing techniques in mapping hydrothermal alteration associated with Ovacik epithermal gold-silver mineralization
By H. Uygucgil, C. Kwang
The use of remote sensing and geographic information system techniques in mineral exploration is still underutilised. There is a need to explore the potential of new robust remote sensing and geograph
Jul 23, 2025
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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
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Macroseismic survey of the ML 4.4, 11 June 2023 Boksburg earthquake
By T. Matlou, S. Myendeki, V. Midzi, T. Zulu, H. Mabotja, T. Mulabisana, B. S. Zulu, L. Hlatshwayo, T. Makhateng
The Council for Geoscience (CGS) performed a macroseismic investigation following the occurrence of an earthquake in the Boksburg area on 11 June 2023. The event had a magnitude of ML 4.4 and a focal
Jan 12, 2025
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New insights into the activation of stibnite and aurostibite AuSb2 by metal ions during flotation by tetrathiuram disulfides, P.M. Solozhenkin and O.I. Solozhenkin
By P. M. Solozhenkin, O. I. Solozhenkin
Currently lead nitrate is used as the recommended activator in Au-Sb flotation. However, due to high levels of hazard, the application of lead nitrate constitutes a potential risk for human health and
Jan 1, 2020
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Determining the expected and actual measurement performance of a by-line element analyser on a final product stream at Exxaro’s Grootegeluk 7 & 8 plants, H.N. Engelbrecht and M.V Roper
By and M. V Roper, H. N. Engelbrecht
Quality control interventions emanate from process upsets and trends that move product quality beyond the natural variation expected in a stable process. The ability to detect upset conditions and rea
Jan 1, 2020
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Analysis and optimization of fume extraction from a ferromanganese furnace tapping operation
By P. Cowx, L. Els, P. Smith, R. Nordhagen
"Tapping operations at ferroalloy smelters generate a significant amount of fume. Effective capture of fumes is required to meet the obligations of environmental, as well as occupational, legislation.
Jan 1, 2014
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Electrode Models For Søderberg Electrodes
By B. Larsen
The Søderberg electrode was invented about 95 years ago by the company Elektrokjemisk, later known as ELKEM. It is still the most commonly used electrode system in submerged-arc furnaces for ferroallo
Jan 1, 2012
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Minimising misclassification of fines using semi-inverted hydrocyclone, V. Jokovic
By V. Jokovic
Hydrocyclones are the most commonly used classifiers in the mining industry. The reason for this is their low operating cost and a small footprint. Data from plant trials where screens replaced hydroc
Jan 1, 2020
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Recovery Plant Practice at De Beers Consolidated Mines, Kimberly, with Particular Reference to Improvements Made for the Sorting of Final Concentrates
By W. K. Loftus, H. S. Simpson
Discussion I. R. M. Cheston (Visitor): I should like to congratulate the authors on this interesting paper which graphically illustrates the overall effects of the gradual developments in diamond con
Jan 4, 1970
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Mineral Supply From Africa: China's Investment Inroads Into The African Mineral Resource Sector - Introduction
By M. Ericsson
?Rare earths ?will not be bargaining instruments?? was stated in a headline in China Daily of 29 October 2010. The Chinese government is trying to fend off the persistent accusations from Japan, the U
Jan 1, 2011
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The development and introduction of RIP technology for gold recovery using medium base resin, V.E. Dementyev, G.I. Voiloshnikov, N.S. Voiloshnikova, S.M. Ryakhovsky, M. Ye.Scheglov, and V.N. Alekseev
By M. Ye. Scheglov, G. I. Voiloshnikov, S. M. Ryakhovsky, V. E. Dementyev, V. N. Alekseev, N. S. Voiloshnikova
Irgiredmet has substantial experience on RIP and RIL technology for gold recovery, having started development of ion exchange technology in 1964. Irgiredmet specialists were involved in the majority o
Jan 1, 2020
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Study of sperrylite (PtAs2) dissolution in a cyanide-ferricyanide leach system – opportunities for the direct leaching of PGMs, K. Shaik and J. Petersen
By J. Petersen, K. Shaik
The traditional route utilised for the recovery of Platinum Group Minerals (PGMs) in South Africa involves the concentration of ore by flotation, followed by smelting to produce a PGM rich matte, whic
Jan 1, 2020
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R. T. Whillans and D. A. Cranstone. Canadian reserves of copper, nickel, lead, zinc, molybdenum, silver and gold as of January 1, 1979. Hull (Canada), Canadian Government Publishing Centre, 1980. C$2.
Jan 1, 1980
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Assessment of magnetic separation for the recovery of awaruite, S. Seiler, T. Cebeci, G. Sánchez, P. Bradshaw, and B. Klein
By G. Sánchez, S. Seiler, B. Klein, T. Cebeci, P. Bradshaw
The Decar Nickel District is a greenfield discovery by FPX Nickel Corp., of nickel mineralisation located in central British Columbia (BC), Canada. The Baptiste deposit is part of the Decar Nickel Dis
Jan 1, 2020
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The importance of peroxide addition schedules in WEE (Waste Electronic Equipment) sulfuric acid leaching, R. Engelbrecht, E. Marè, T.Coetsee, and D.R. Groot
By E. Marè, D. R. Groot, R. Engelbrecht, T. Coetsee
Hydrogen peroxide is often used as an oxidising agent in experimental waste electronic equipment (WEE) leaching work. However, the high cost of peroxide is a negative factor in its consideration in fu
Jan 1, 2020
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Modelling the momentum force for bubble formation with oscillatory air supply, C. Li, A. Song, and Y. Cao
By Y. Cao, C. Li, A. Song
Bubble size plays a key role in determining flotation efficiency. Bubbles can be formed by passing air through pores. Bubble detachment from a pore is driven by lifting forces including buoyancy force
Jan 1, 2020
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Feasibility studies of the on-stream analysis of lead in mineral slurries
By S. K. Kawatra
Feasibility studies of the on-stream analysis of lead in mineral slurries by S. K. KAWATRA. P. Eng. (Canada). Ph.D. (Australia). M.Sc. (India) (Visitor) Instruments for the measurement of lead in mine
Jan 8, 1976
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Deportment of Gold and Silver in the Pinos Altos Composite and Leach Residues: Implications for Recovery Improvement
A mineralogical study was conducted on the feed (3.51 g/t Au and ~90 g/t Ag) and four leach residue samples (assaying 0.09 to 0.19 g/t Au and 30.0 to 61.5 g/t Ag) from the Pinos Altos silver-gold depo
Jan 1, 2009