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The regeneration of activated carbonBy B. M. Van Vliet
SYNOPSIS This paper outlines the principles involved in the regeneration of activated carbon for renewed use in the recovery of precious metals or the purification of water. While chemical methods ar
Jan 1, 1991
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Intensification of flotation with an air-sparged hydro cycloneBy A. J. Burger, F. L. D. Cloete
Tests indicated that effective recovery of pyrite from a coarse Witwatersrand quartzitic ore can be accomplished by intensified flotation in an air-sparged hydrocyclone. Air is fed through the porous
Jan 1, 1988
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Development of a Geometallurgical Model for a Copper ConcentratorBy B. Mulcahy, M. Valenta
"The purpose of executing a project in a stagewise fashion is to evaluate all potential options in a cost-effective manner and develop an understanding of the project drivers, thereby minimizing overa
Jan 1, 2016
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Lithogeochemical Prospecting: Signals Processing Applied to Segmentation of Geochemical Borehole ProfilesBy C. P. Smyth
Large volumes of quantitative geochemical data, presenting a formidable interpretation task to geologists, are generated in the course of exploration drilling for new ore deposits. The incorporation o
Jan 1, 1987
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Premature Failure of Re-Sulphurized Steel StudsBy E. Molobi
"Studs are rods threaded on both ends and are used as mechanical fasteners for two or more components. Stud finds usage in industries such as automotive, construction and aviation. The advantage of st
Jan 1, 2016
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Theories of ball wear and the results of a marked-ball test in ball millingBy C. L. M. Gough, L. A. Vermeulen, D. D. Howat
Formulae expressing the dependence of the mass of a grinding ball on the amount of material milled by a ball mill are derived. It is shown that, with the aid of these formulae, it is relativel rsimple
Jan 1, 1983
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A Kinetic Model Framework for Combined Diffusion and Adsorption ProcessesBy E. A. Brinkmann
A kinetic model framework for single particle kinetics in combined diffusion and adsorption processes is presented. The framework applies to the general case in which both diffusion and the adsorption
Jan 1, 1987
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Uranium extraction: the key process drivers ? SynopsisBy D. Lunt
This paper describes and sets in context the commercially proven uranium extraction processes. It also discusses some of the technologies that are currently being pursued with the aim of reducing cost
Jan 1, 2007
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A Metallurgical Evaluation Of A Heavy Mineral Sand Deposit Based On Stratigraphic Unit ClassificationsBy L. I. Boshoff, S. Gracie
This paper discusses pilot and laboratory-scale metallurgical test work conducted on bulk samples from a low grade heavy mineral deposit and provides an overview of basic practical metallurgical techn
Jan 1, 2007
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The Application of the Electrical Resistance Analogue to Mining Operations (c45dc8a6-a9aa-4511-bb4e-d78623e097ad)By More-O&apos, R. C. Ferrall, J. W. Wilson
Discussion: M. D. G. Salamon* (Fellow): The theoretical principles behind the techniques of calculation used by the authors was formulated and published during the period 1962- 65. These principles,
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Automation and grout pack support systemsBy W. F. Heinz
The efficient and effective handling and logistics of materials for underground support is an important part of mine mechanization and automation. Support systems based on backfill material or grou
Sep 1, 2001
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The production of steel for flat products in large ultra-high-powered furnacesBy B. Strohmeier
The role of large, ultra-high-powered arc furnaces in a fully integrated steelworks for the production of flat products is outlined, and an account is given of the technological improvements that have
Jan 1, 1985
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The Presence of Shear Stresses in Pillars and the Effect on Factor of Safety in a Room-and Pillar LayoutBy J. A. Maritz
Since the dawn of mining, pillars have been used as primary support to ensure stable workings. Early designs were based on trial and error, after which more scientific means developed over time. A vas
Jan 1, 2014
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Market Analysis"Chairman: Mr R. A. PLUMBRIDGE Rapporteur: Dr D. M. HAWKINSPapers:The relevance of computer methods to the economics of the mineral industry by R: A. PerlmanDynamic control of a mining enterprise by R
Jan 1, 2014
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An Investigation into the Fragmentation of Blasted Rock at Gomes SandBy G. L. Gomes-Sebastiao, W. W. de Graaf
"Gomes Sand is a quarry operation that produces sand and aggregate for the construction industry. The quarry is experiencing inconsistencies in the fragmentation and poor pit conditions as a result of
Jan 1, 2017
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The Mixing Of Backfill In Gold MinesThe special mixing requirements for backfilling are discussed, and the problems associated with the mixing of coarse and deslimed slurries, as well as the tailings from the gold plant are outlined. Th
Jan 1, 1988
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The Design Of Tunnel Support In Deep Hard-Rock Mines Under Quasistatic ConditionsBy C. R. Speers
The induced elastic stresses in the sidewalls of gold-mining tunnels at a depth of 4000 m in the Witwatersrand exceed the peak compressive strength of even the best-quality quartzite rocks. Laboratory
Jan 1, 1996
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The mechanisms of wear, and the performance of engineering materialsBy A. Ball
This paper addresses the need for a unifying model that will permit the selection and design of optimum materials for a given wear situation. With this objective in view, the characteristics of the va
Jan 1, 1986
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Recovery Of Unliberated Diamonds By X-Ray Transmission SortingBy F. Riedel
In May 2009 a test work programme was carried out at the sorting laboratory of CommodasUltrasort in Germany which was aimed at establishing the efficiency of X- ray transmission sorting for the recove
Jan 1, 2010
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Performance Optimization of an Industrial Ball Mill for Chromite ProcessingBy Y. R. Murthy, P. K. Satija, A. Srinivasulu, S. K. Tripathy, A. Ranjan
"In this investigation, we optimize the grinding circuit of a typical chromite beneficiation plant in India. The run-of-mine ore is reduced to a particle size of less than 1 mm in the comminution circ
Jan 1, 2017