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Introduction to the Meliadine Project
By M. Gaumont, F. Robichaud
"Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM) is a Canadian-based gold producer with operations in Canada, Finland and Mexico. In 2010, AEM produced its first gold bar in Nunavut, Canada as it started its Meadowb
Jan 1, 2016
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Flotation Circuit Analysis at Zinifex Century Mine
By Dan Alexander, Ivan Crnkovic, Sarah Schwarz
"Several plant studies have been conducted at the Zinifex Century Mine over the past 5 years. For each of the plant studies, surveys of the zinc primary circuit were conducted, characterisation measur
Jan 1, 2008
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Rock Mechanics Aspects of the Use of Underhand Cut-and-Fill Paste Sill Pillars: Case Studies
By Paul Hughes
This paper summarizes current underhand paste backfill mining as applied to Goldcorp Inc?s Red Lake Mine, Newcrest Mining Ltd?s Kencana Mine and the Lanfranchi Nickel Mine as well as ongoing research
May 1, 2011
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Freeport McMoran El Paso Refinery Steam Control
By Bradford C. Wesstrom, Ricardo Parra
The Freeport McMoRan El Paso Refinery uses co-generation to produce some of its electricity and all of its steam. This paper will cover the operation of the co-generation plant natural gas turbine at
Jan 1, 2019
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Advances in the Use of Thin, Spray-on Liner Systems
By James F. Archibald
In historic mining practice, typical thin liner support systems have been considered to comprise non-reinforced or mesh-reinforced shocrete linings. In the early 1990?s, development of alternate forms
May 1, 2002
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Evaluation of Level Control System of Cleaner Flotation Columns at Miduk Copper Concentrator
By M. Massinaei, S. Abasi, M. Oliazadeh
Reliable measurement and control of the pulp-froth interface (froth depth) in the flotation columns is critical to achieve the desired metallurgical performance. Shallow froths result in a reduction o
Jan 1, 2019
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Effect of mineralogical and petrographical properties of marble on cutting by diamond wire
By Y. Özçelik
Rocks show a variety of engineering and physical properties that affect typical quarry operation such as diamond wire cutting in the marble quarry. The physical and mechanical properties of rocks depe
Jan 1, 2005
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Au L3-edge XANES Analyses for spr-Au/Al2O3 Catalyst
By S. Nagamatsu
Alumina supported gold catalyst prepared by spray reaction method (spr) provides gold particle with about 20 nm of diameter. The gold particle size is larger than conventional gold catalysts. However,
Oct 1, 2003
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Calibration of On-Stream X-Ray Analyzers
By Jim Lauder, Russ Calow, Ken Maley, Michael Ounpuu, Stuart T. Caverly
"Stuart T. Caverly, Section Head XRF Laboratory, Jim Lauder, Systems Engineer, Russ Stuart T. Caverly, Section Head XRF Laboratory, Jim Lauder, Systems Engineer, Russ Concession Street, Lakefield, Ont
Jan 1, 1996
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Fast Track Reactivation -Jacobina Mine
Mine Evaluation Engineering , Operational and Social evaluation. Focus is on what opportunities are available. Social ??History ??Past Management Practices ??Community / Available labor force Mi
May 1, 2006
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New Method for Controlling the Volumetric Filling Condition in a Mill
By J. Miettunen
"The lining of a grinding mill has an important role in creating the conditions for the grinding process. The main purpose of the lining is to transfer the energy taken by the mill motor to the conten
Jan 1, 1991
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The Importance of Efficient Mass Flow Balance in Crushing and Screening Plants
By Fernando Romero Lage
The purpose of this paper is to analyze detailed crushing and screening configurations and the interrelationship as they relate to mass flow balance, operating efficiency, plant availability and final
May 1, 2010
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Environmental Relevance of the Leachate Potential for Dry Storage of Delayed Coke
By Joseph L. Fournier
Suncor Oil Sands employs delayed coking technology in converting bitumen into synthetic crude oil. Currently up to 10,000 m3 of delayed coke (coke) is produced per day as a byproduct of the upgrading
May 1, 2011
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Jaguar?s Caeté Gold Project in Brazil
By Ivan C. Machado
Jaguar Mining Inc. is implementing a 1.1 Mtpy, 7-year LOM gold project in the Iron Quadrangle (?Quadrilátero Ferrífero?), Brazil. Construction is on schedule and startup is programmed for Q2 2010. Mil
May 1, 2010
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New Circuits for the Treatment of Fine Grained Zinc/Lead Ore at the Sullivan Concentrator (6bee0d7e-0e76-4074-a289-b60e63163849)
By R. S. Simkus, J. R. Egan
"Changes have recently been applied to the Sullivan Concentrator lead and zinc circuits to treat fine-grained ores which make-up the majority of ore reserves in the mine. Pilot plant test work conduct
Jan 1, 1994
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New System Architecture and Communication Concepts for Automated Underground Machinery
By Christoph Mueller
Mining operations today are characterized by a high degree of mechanization and single machine automation. However, their potential for cost cuttings and increase of productivity in the future is quit
May 1, 2006
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Influence of Shear Surface Geometry on Deformation Processes in Massive Landslides
By K. S. Kalenchuk
Massive landslides display complex deformation processes. For instance, slope movements of the Downie Slide, monitored using borehole inclinometers, extensometers, and survey monuments, show considera
May 1, 2009
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An Investigation in the Stand up Time of Stopesat Birchtree Mine in Thompson, Manitoba
By Matthew Violot
Introduction ?Located off highway 6, approximately 5 km, SW of Thompson, Manitoba ?Base metal mine: Nickel? Maximum Depth: 4100 ft ?Started Production in 1966 (INCO, 2006)?Halted in 1978?Re-opened
Nov 1, 2011
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Hydraulic Calculation of Gravity Transportation pipeline System of Cemented Coal Gangue Backfilling in Suncun Coal Mine, China
By Q. Zhang
The necessary capability of the gravity transportation pipeline system for cemented coal gangue backfilling at the Suncun Coal Mine, China, is about 74.4 m3?h-1 according to mining production and work
May 1, 2007
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Iron and steel making in the third millennium
By J. P. Sancho, L. F. Verdeja, J. I. Verdeja
"This paper analyzes the present state of the different processes competing to keep their market shares within the future iron and steel business sector.The continuous transformations in the steel mak
Jan 1, 2002