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Open systems standards for computing in the mining industryBy L. K. Daneshmend
Key issues in managing information systems in the minerals industry will likely continue to be those relating to the integration and interoperability of disparate systems. This paper argues that, in o
Jan 1, 2000
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The Hauy Formation - Subaerial Volcanism in a Braided Stream EnvironmentBy M. Piche
The western part of the Hauy Formation of the Opemisca Group, occurring near the town of Chapais, is described in this paper. As it has been defined previously, the Formation is composed of a successi
Jan 1, 1984
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Frieda River Project UpdateBy C. Beaudry
Outline ? General Geology of Frieda River Project Area ? Exploration History ? Geology of Porphyry Deposits ? Porphyry Resource ? Update of Nena Deposit and High-Sulfidation Mineralization ? Ne
May 1, 2006
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Engineering Design of Backfill Systems in Undercut MiningBy A. P. E. Dirige
In order to maximize the recovery of ore and to save on costs in undercut mining, backfill of low cement content is used to fill the mined out excavations. This backfill mass is supported by a sillmat
May 1, 2007
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Fire Tests on Untreated and Treated Spruce in Ventilation DoorsBy T. E. Newkirk
In the past few years there has been considerable controversy on the most suitable material to be used in ventilation doors which will have to serve also as fire doors. For this reason it was thought
Jan 1, 1949
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Canadian Exploration Incentive ProgramBy Robert B. Parsons
"The Canadian Exploration Incentive Program (CEIP), which was announced by the federal government on May 3, 1988, promises to maintain the viability of flow-through shares as a financing mechanism whi
Jan 1, 1988
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Genesis and Setting of Intrusion-hosted Ni-Cu Mineralization at Las Aguilas, San Luis Province, Argentina: Implications for Exploration of an Ordovician ArcBy J. P. Sims
Abstract - Ultramafic to mafic igneous intrusions of the Las Aguilas district form part of a belt of generally mafic plutonic bodies within medium- and high-grade early Paleozoic metamorphic rocks in
Jan 1, 1999
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From the Industrial Age to the Knowledge AgeBy Bill Dupley
We believe that the inability of employees to effectively manage information has reached an epidemic problem throughout the corporate world. ? All the available knowledge in the world is accelerati
May 1, 2003
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Quantitative mineralogical analysis of Co and Cu distribution in historical slags from Küre (Turkey)By Eric Pirard
"A mineralogical and trace element analysis was performed on the Küre historical slags in order to evaluate the possible recovery of copper and cobalt. Reflected light microscopy, electron microprobe
Jan 1, 1991
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Protective coatings ? economic considerations for the mining industryBy D. D. Downing
This paper is a review of material selection considerations concerning protective coatings in the mining industry. The discussion will cover both capital-dollar projects and maintenance requirements.
Jan 1, 1979
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Engineering SD Into Industry: Unlocking Institutional BarriersBy J. Mcdvcka
Sustainable development has become a driving imperative for the resource industry as it is for the rest of the global business world. Being unsustainable is a risk no business can afford. Yet implemen
Jan 1, 2007
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Caving and Subsidence at the Copper Mountain MineBy W. L. Nelson
The orebodies at Copper Mounta1n lie along and within a few hundred feet of the contact of an intrusive stock of gabbro with a series of bedded volcanic rocks of the Nicola formation. These. orebodies
Jan 1, 1950
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Adapting Mill Control to Account for Liner Wear on the Cadia 40ft MillBy Bird. M.
As the Cadia mill was the first 40ft diameter SAG mill, commissioned in 1998, its performance, liner and discharge design attracted considerable international attention. Twelve years on, the liner des
Jan 1, 2012
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Integrated seismic reflection and borehole geophysical studies at Les Mines Selbaie, QuebecBy E. Adam, B. Milkereit, M. Salisbury, L. E. Reed, G. Perron
Integrating seismic reflection, borehole geophysical, and physical rock property studies is an effective means of mapping lithological contacts and structures in the crystalline crust. At Les Mines Se
Jan 1, 1997
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Maximising Return On Your Improvement EffortsBy Gareth Barnes
Traditional approach to improvement is driven by good ideas from good people, but whilst the business case may sound good, when the project is complete, we often have not delivered on expectations. W
May 4, 2025
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Dilution and geostatisticsBy Michel David
"The usual complaint of mines is that grade does not match exploration expectations. Quite often, more tons are mined than expected but at a lower grade. This can be seen as dilution. Geostatistics ca
Jan 1, 1988
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Geology of the Brazeau AreaBy J. O. G. Sanderson
THE Brazeau river is a relatively short foothills stream in western Alberta and its drainage area is limited to approximately 2,400 square miles. It rises near the head of the North Saskatchewan river
Jan 1, 1939
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From Theory to Practice: Designing For Situation Awareness to Transform Shovel Operator Interfaces, Reduce Costs, And Increase SafetyBy E. Onal, C. Craddock, A. Chapman, M. R. Endsley
ABSTRACT Mining equipment operators must interpret and respond to complex information delivered by technology-centric rather than user-centric systems. The ability to achieve high situation awareness
Jan 1, 2013
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Recovering Pot Process Control After Long Power Interruptions and Several Load ReductionsBy L. Paulino, C. E. Zangiacomi, J. Yamamoto
"This paper presents the learning from Alcoa Po9os de Caldas Smelter in Brazil, after several energy restrictions resulting from the failures of three rectifier units at its power switchyard. Starting
Jan 1, 2006
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Introductory and Historical Remarks•By J. A. Hansuld
"THIS SESSION marks something of a milestone in that it is, as far as I know, the first session at a CIM Annual Meeting devoted entirely to exploration geochemistry. This is an indication of the gener
Jan 1, 1971