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Field Characterisation of Two Full-Scale Waste Rock PilesBy D J. Williams, G W. Wilson, S, A B. Tran
A comprehensive field program was implemented to evaluate the internal structure and hydrology of two full-scale waste rock piles. The excavation of waste rock dumps for in-pit disposal at the two min
Jan 1, 2003
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Trends in Magnetite Ore Processing and Test WorkBy D Yan, D Connelly
Beneficiation of magnetite is an integral part of the future of iron ore processing. Historically, the focus of Western Australian producers has been on exporting direct shipping ore (DSO) namely haem
Jan 1, 2009
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Change Challenges for Large Open Pit MinesBy R Durchholz, A-J Heiertz, R Schmitz
Mining of lignite is the largest bulk materials handling activity in Europe. In order to mine this lignite, with an average calorific value of only a third of bituminous coal in an economical way, hig
Sep 18, 2012
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Application of steel bollards for managing the hazards associated with open stopes, Waihi Underground OperationsBy C E. Gawith
The Waihi underground mining operation currently mines epithermal veins ranging from two metres up to ten metres in width using a ‘Modified Avoca’ stoping method. This method consists of longhole benc
Mar 15, 2021
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Directional Blasting Rock Cutting TechnologyBy W Z. Liu, Q Q. Shi, H T. Yang, X L. Zhang
In order to improve the cutting blasting effect of dimension stone mining, the water coupling directional cutting blasting technology was put forward. Based on the test apparatus and special charge co
Aug 24, 2015
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Increasing stope recovery in an underground gold mine by using effective analysis, corrective action and employee engagement processesBy R F. Cota, C Freeman, A Heberle
"The Lamego mine is an underground gold mine in the Iron Ore Quadrangle in Minas Gerais state, Brazil. The mine produces 48 to 50 koz per annum, as part of the larger Cuiabá-Lamego Complex. This combi
Oct 16, 2017
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The Development of a CADD Mine Design SystemBy Gill L. F, Gleeson HB
This paper describes the development of a Computer Aided Design and Drafting based mine planning system in the State Electricity Com- mission of Victoria. The system combines a commercially available
Jan 1, 1989
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Native Grasses: Their Potential Use in Revegetation of Disturbed Sites in the Wet-Dry TropicsBy Gray E, Banks J
In mine site revegetation, exotic grasses are more commonly used than native grasses. This is due to unavailability of native grass seed on a commerical scale and lack of information on agronomical
Jan 1, 1994
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An attempt towards ferrochromium production using molten oxide electrolysisBy L Klemettinen, J Biswas, W Malan, D Sukhomlinov, D Lindberg
In order to mitigate the effects of climate change, our society must be able to drastically reduce its CO2 emissions. As the metallurgical industry is a considerable contributor to these emissions, ne
Jun 19, 2024
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Improving tungsten recovery through the reuse of mine wastewaterBy Z Gao, D Liao, W Sun, S G. Pooley, J Wang, Z Shi, G Jing, S Ren, Q Chen
Yuanjing processing plant is a scheelite and wolframite plant in southern China. Water shortages and recent environmental regulations mean that the plant must reuse the wastewater that comes from the
Aug 24, 2022
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Management of Change ù The Transformation of UK Coal Project 105In the UK during the 1990s the energy companies had developed a policy of æDash for GasÆ, building large natural gas power stations to produce more than 30 per cent of the UKÆs electricity demand. The
Jan 1, 2005
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Study on Improving Roasting Behaviours and Metallurgical Properties of Brazilian Hematite Pellets by Adding Magnetite with High Sulfur ContentBy Z Li, J Pan, D Zhu, W Zhou
In order to enhance the roasting behaviours and metallurgical properties of hematite pellets, which have the problems of high roasting temperature and low compressive strength, a process of producing
Aug 12, 2013
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Geology - Paper No. 2 Offshore Seismic And Magnetic Surveys Of The Southern Coalfields Off Stanwell ParkBy Hawkins L. V, Seedsman K
A combined reflection seismic and magnetic survey off the south coast of New South Wales has revealed six distinct reflection horizons within the Lower Triassic- Upper Permian sequence, and has ena
Jan 1, 1969
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Non-renewable Energy Resources of QueenslandThe non-renewable energy resources of Queensland comprise coal, petroleum (oil and gas), oil shale and uranium. Coal is widely distributed., and has been developed extensively both for export and f
Jan 1, 1979
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Replacement of Pulverised Coal Injection (PCI) with hydrogen and its impact on blast furnace internal conditionsBy S Mitra, D O’Dea, N Barrett, T Honeyands, P Zulli
The steel industry continues to explore and demonstrate technologies that decrease its greenhouse gas emissions, especially in blast furnace ironmaking where alternate operating conditions will be req
Nov 8, 2021
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Effect of -1 mm particle size fraction on JPU permeability and granulation characterisationBy O A. Aladejebi, S Mitra, T Singh, D O’Dea, S, T Honey
Granulation of the iron ore blend and the additives is the foremost step in the agglomeration of iron ore fines to achieve a permeable bed during sintering, which is crucial for sinter productivity. T
Sep 18, 2023
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Geophysical Techniques Applied to Blasting DesignBy J C. Koppe, L Vieira
One common problem for blasting in iron ore mines with significant weathering is the occurrence of large blocks of hard rock mixed with softer material. This situation causes a problem for blasting de
Aug 24, 2015
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Design and Evaluation of Dry FillBy Blair J. R, Barrett J. R
In many underground mining applications where-dry fill is used, only a token acknowl- edgement of the fill properties is given. It is the aim of this paper to induce mining engineers to consider dry
Jan 1, 1973
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Robust flexibility – a methodology for agile systems engineering in miningBy D Brown, Z Tabor
Projects must be flexible to account for the rapid development of new technologies and changing stakeholder expectations. Coupled with calls for bleeding-edge solutions, customers, shareholders, and r
Sep 1, 2024
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Mineral chemistry of iron oxides in the Leveaniemi iron ore deposit in Northern SwedenBy A Larsson, K Niiranen
The Palaeoproterozoic Leveäniemi iron oxide apatite (IOA) deposit of the so-called Kiruna type is currently mined by Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara AB (publ.), commonly known as LKAB. The mineralogy of iron
Nov 8, 2021