Typically, large volumes of data are collected during geotechnical investigations for mining projects but rarely is this done in a ...Read more
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A comprehensive three dimensional geotechnical model is fundamental to any pit slope design. This paper details a methodology for the ...Read more
The use of hydro scaling and in-cycle shotcrete to replace conventional jumbo scaling mesh and bolting as the primary method ...Read more
With hardrock mines using mobile equipment with ever larger diesel engines in ever larger development dimensions, the use of traditional ...Read more
There are many sources of gas in underground mines including development and production blasting, strata gases, spontaneous combustion, diesel equipment, ...Read more
Most mine ventilation engineers are involved in ventilation planning and design in some capacity. Ventilation modelling software used by a ...Read more
The case study covers basic ventilation principles applied to an underground mine planning. Secondary ventilation systems are also covered in ...Read more
Many underground mines do not have a qualified or dedicated occupational (industrial) hygienist on site, or even available as a ...Read more
The Enterprise mine (EM) is located at Mount Isa and is wholly owned by Mount Isa Mines Limited (MIM). This ...Read more
Mine fires remain one of the most potentially devastating underground incidents due to the prospect of multiple fatalities from the ...Read more
A company was using an Excel workbook to determine ROM stockpiling, reclaiming, and Mill feed blending schedule. The ROM was ...Read more
While working in an Northern Ontario underground nickel mine in the 90’s, a problem arose that required the invention and ...Read more
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As part of the stope stability assessment, it was found that there would be a high risk of experiencing a ...Read more
Orica was presented with the 390L WEZ 49A block in July 2020. While the block size was typical for a ...Read more
Pre-conditioning has been used at other block caves to help initiate caves and improve the productivity of the cave draw. ...Read more
