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Metals, Minerals and ResearchBy Clyde Williams
If you would allow me some liberties, I would re-state the title of this talk as Scientific Research, Our Greatest Resource, because that title would represent more clearly a present-day conception of
Jan 1, 1947
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The Geology, Mineralogy, and Occurrence of Bedded Sepiolite Deposits in the Akçayir-Yürükakçayir (Eski¸sehir) Lacustrine Basin, Central TurkeyBy Kadir Sariiz
Abstract - The Akçayir-Yürükakçayir Miocene-Pliocene basin in the Central Anatolia hosts ancient lacustrine sepiolite deposits. The succession in this basin consists of conglomerate (Yürükakçayir cong
Jan 1, 2000
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Towards Improving Gearless Mill Drive Availability (8130f4b0-7b8b-4d03-8ef0-64e205ed7248)By P. R. Warner
This paper reviews the development of certain aspects of the electrical specifications of Anglo American’s suite of specifications for gearless mill drives (“GMDs”). These specifications are based on
Jan 1, 2012
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Outotec® Flash Smelting Technology DevelopmentBy Jaana Romppanen, Satu Jyrkönen, Tiina Ranki, Peter Björklund, Markku Lahtinen, Kaj Eklund, Päivi Suikkanen
Outotec is continuously developing our existing process equipment and new equipment solutions to enhance the Flash Smelting process. Thanks to the long operating history of the Outotec Flash Smelting
Jan 1, 2019
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Orfom® D8: A Viable Replacement for NaHS as a Depressant in the Chalcopyrite-Molybdenite Flotation SystemBy S. Timbillah, R. LaDouceur, C. A. Young
A low carbon-chain trithiocarbonate ((NaOOC)CH2SCSSNa), known as Orfom® D8, was tested as an organic depressant in the differential flotation separation of chalcopyrite and molybdenite in the presence
Jan 1, 2019
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VIS-NIR Spectroscopy Applied to Copper Flash Smelting ProcessesBy W. Díaz, R. A. Parra, L. E. Arias, C. A. Toro, M. Marin, E. Balladares, V. Parra, G. Reyes, S. N. Torres, D. Sbarbaro
This work presents visible-near infrared (VIS-NIR) spectroscopy measurements, and signal analytical techniques to characterize minerals and relevant pyrometallurgical process variables for the copper
Jan 1, 2019
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Underground Cable Fault Location Under Methane and Coal Dust Explosion Hazard ConditionsBy A. Kozlowski
We present research on cable fault location methods for mines where coal dust and methane explosions are a frequent potential hazard. The methodology and devices for low- and medium voltage cables fau
Aug 1, 2013
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TPH/Cubic Metre - An Alternative View on High Density Thickener Design & GeometryBy David Minson
On many occasions, operators have seen that high density and paste thickener performance does not meet the initial design expectations, and the installed equipment produces lower than expected thicken
Jan 1, 2019
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Gainshaling incentive plans and mining: An introductionBy Dougla McDonald, Richard Poulin
"Most mine managers in Canada today will agree that one of the keys to mining efficiency and productivity is their human resources. A5 a result, many mines develop some sort of incentive designed to t
Jan 1, 1995
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Evaluation of Fracture Resistance of High Strength 7075 and 7050 Aluminum AlloysBy K. Purazrang, P. Sh. Naseri, P. Abachi
In present work, the comparative measurement of aluminum alloys' resistance to the unstable fracture was provided. Besides, the rupture mechanisms of high strength 7075 and 7050 aluminum alloys w
Jan 1, 2006
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Multi-Tiered Project Delivery Systems Selection for Capital ProjectsBy O. Moselhi
This paper describes a method for selection of most suitable project delivery systems for capital projects. It expands upon the method advanced by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) in 2003, an
Aug 1, 2013
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Motor insulation considerations for variable speed AC drivesBy M. E. Stutt, R. H. Rehder
"The mining industry is taking advantage of the increased performance resulting from the use of variable speed A C drives for large motors. This technology provides increased efficiency under the vari
Jan 1, 1995
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The Stratigraphy and Structure of Salmo Map-area, B. C.By H. W. Little
INTRODUCTION MINERAL deposits of Salmo map-area (Figure 1) have aroused the interest of prospectors for more than a half-century. Properties within the map-area have produced lead, zinc, silver, tung
Jan 1, 1951
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Comparison of Reinforcement Benefits of Spray-on Linings in Side-by-Side Unconfined Compression Failure Tests on RockBy James F. Archibald
Testing has been accomplished to substantiate recent laboratory trials which have demonstrated that thin liner membranes, applied to rock core samples, can significantly enhance the structural perform
May 1, 2001
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Crushing Plant Operation Review and Dust Collection SummaryBy G. P. Holmes
"Bell Copper is situated (Latitude 55°0''N, Longitude 126°14W) on Newman Peninsula on the east side of Babine Lake at an altitude of 2,450 feet above sea level. The mine site is approximately 170 mile
Jan 1, 1976
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Rock Mass Grouting For Dams, an Observational Design ApproachBy J. A. Espinosa-Guillen, J. A. Lopez-Molina, S. García, J. A. Valencia-Quintanar
"The design and implementation of grouting treatments in rock masses are procedures that require continuous adjustment of parameters and criteria to optimize the results. In this proposal we describe
Jan 1, 2015
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Tools for Plant and Labratory Mass Balance CalculationsBy M. Thérien, M. Rémillard
"Data from two industrial plants are treated by mass balance package BILMAT. The first application concerned a base metals/precious metals (PM) producer and the second, implementation of a hydrocyclon
Jan 1, 1987
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Gold Separation from Secondary Materials - A ReviewBy H. Gharahbagheri, S. Shafiei Zadeh, H. Hassan Nejad
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) is one of the fastest growing types of solid waste in the world, and often contains precious metals, especially gold. Gold processing and recovery from
Jan 1, 2014
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An Initial Investigation into the Effect of Fe (III) Concentration on the Product Characteristics of Fe (III) Oxyhydroxide Precipitates during Lime PrecipitationBy Jochen Petersen, Alison Lewis, Cledwyn Mangunda
Run-off and waste water streams high in dissolved metal content are generated in all mining operations. The metals pose a threat to life due to their persistent bio-accumulative toxic (PBT) characteri
Jan 1, 2016
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Improved Flotation at Strathcona Mill by New Washwater Spray DesignBy Gerhard W. Heinrich, Gerald V. Schroeder, Daniel A. Murphy, Daniel F. Suarez, Jamie B. Beauchamp
"Washwater 'Finger' sprays were installed and tested in the copper/nickel separation circuit at Strathcona Mill to improve flotation capacities and related metallurgical performances. The new spray de
Jan 1, 1994