The Pilbara is home to some of the oldest rock formations on the planet, dating back more than three billion ...Read more
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Implementing a strategic grade control system delivers measurable advantages throughout the mining value chain. These benefits extend beyond simple grade ...Read more
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Selective mining is a mining technique focused on the targeted extraction of high-value ore or specific mineral deposits, rather than removing and ...Read more
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Auger drilling is a method that uses a helical screw-shaped drill bit, known as an auger, to bore holes into the ...Read more
To be an excellent geologist, several key skills are essential, spanning technical knowledge, practical abilities, and communication: Strong observational skills: geologists must keenly ...Read more
Water is commonly used as a dust control measure but often fails due to problems like quick evaporation and frequent ...Read more
In underground (UG) mining, a nipper is an entry-level role responsible for various tasks to support the mining crew and maintain ...Read more
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Hydraulic drilling systems are often operated with a cable-tool spudding machine used to handle the rods. Sometimes a light rotary ...Read more
A trommel scrubber also known as a drum scrubber or rotary scrubber is a specialized type of ore washing equipment used ...Read more
The fundamental elements of an open pit mine are the key physical and operational components that define its structure, function, and efficiency. ...Read more