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  • SAIMM
    From computer vision to minerals processing: Using a convolutional neural network for parameter estimation of, first-order Froth Flotation Models E.J.Y., Koh, E. Amini, and G.J. McLachlan

    By E. J. Y., G. J. McLachlan, E. Amini, Koha

    Inferring individual component flotation rates from recovery-time data of ore complexes is important in optimising and designing minerals processing plants. However, existing two-component first-order

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Effect of surface dissolution on magnesite and dolomite flotation separation and its new solution: using the combination of SHMP and EDTA, J. Tian, X. Zhang, H. Han, W. Sun, Z. Yu, J. Xie, Y. Xiao, K. Hong, and E. Li

    By X. Zhang, E. Li, Y. Xiao, Z. Yu, H. Han, J. Xie, J. Tian, W. Sun, K. Hong

    In a pulp environment, the surface properties of magnesite and dolomite tend to be similar, due to the re-adsorption of dissolved calcium species, which makes the flotation separation difficult. In th

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    A formulation for optimum risk in open-pit mining

    By B. Maybee, J. Venter, J. Wesseloo

    The selection of open-pit slope angles involves high-value decisions with small changes in slope angle, often representing significant changes in net present value. The existing methods used to define

    Sep 9, 2024

  • SAIMM
    Analysis of breakage behavior of inertia cone crusher with changes in feeding and operating conditions, X. Wang, T. Song, X.O. Xia, X.J. Luo, and B. Chen

    By T. Song, X. Wang, X. O. Xia, X. J. Luo, B. Chen

    Interparticle breakage is the main crushing mode of an inertia cone crusher according to its working principle and feeding condition. In this paper the breakage behaviour of an inertia cone crusher is

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Copper, Arsenic, and Zinc Sulfide Precipitation from Acidic Solvent-Extraction Raffinate

    By M. Smit, N. C. J. Dempers, S. Lunkov, C. Saguru, J. Nel

    A common method for the recovery of copper is by heap leaching, solvent extraction, and electrowinning. During solvent extraction, the solution is continuously recycled, and it is necessary to remove

    Jan 1, 2023

  • SAIMM
    Process evaluation using the floatability component model approach, T.C. Souza Pinto, L.S. Leal Filho, A.S. Geldenhuys, and D.A. Deglon

    By A. S. Geldenhuys, L. S. Leal Filho, D. A. Deglon, T. C. Souza Pinto

    The Brucutu iron ore mine (Minas Gerais, Brazil), is Vale`s largest iron producing operation achieving around 21 million tons by flotation of iron ore pellet feed per annum. The run of mine is mainly

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Remote sensing of the decant pond of tailings dams: Insights from a South African case study

    By C. O’Donova, E. Adam, L. A. Torres-Cruz

    High-profile failures of tailings dams illustrate the significant safety challenge they pose. The decant pond of such facilities plays an important role in their mechanical stability. This study inves

    Apr 2, 2022

  • SAIMM
    Comparing the Extent of the Dissolution of Copper-Cobalt Ores From the DRC Region

    By S. Stuurman

    Inorganic acids such as sulphuric acid have found use together with certain reducing agents in leaching of copper-cobalt oxide ores. These reagents are not ideal due to the adverse effect the inorgani

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    An improved pillar design methodology

    By A. J. S. Spearing, M. Sharifzadeh, K. V. Jessu

    Empirical pillar design methods are commonly used in the mining industry. The parameters within which these methods are valid are frequently unknown to the user or ignored. In addition, empirical desi

    Oct 1, 2022

  • SAIMM
    A quick test procedure for the determination of milling parameters

    By D. Menne

    A comminution model and a quick laboratory milling test procedure are presented. These allow the determination of milling parameters for the - optimization of ball size and pulp density in operating m

    Jan 1, 1983

  • SAIMM
    Preventing another health tragedy: A framework to manage diesel particulate matter in underground mines

    By J. D. Swanepoel, S. Horn, C. J. Badenhorst

    Diesel particulate matter (DPM) is the particulate component of diesel exhaust, which includes diesel soot and aerosols. When released into the atmosphere, DPM can take the form of individual particle

    Mar 5, 2025

  • SAIMM
    Notices : Hornicka Ostrava

    By HORNICKA OSTRAVA

    The Czechoslovak Scientific-Technical Institute has arranged the international conference 'Hornicka Ostrava' for four or five days at the end of October, 1969, as part of the preparation for

  • SAIMM
    Importance of effective sampling for testwork protocols in process plant design, L. Lorenzen and D White

    By D White, L. Lorenzen

    Sampling and metallurgical testwork during various phases of engineering studies is of paramount importance for a robust processing plant design. When developing a process flowsheet, risks in achievin

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Data-driven approach for grinding circuit analysis, F. Wang, A. Vazirizadeh, and P. Rosario

    By F. Wang, P. Rosario, A. Vazirizadeh

    Advances in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence are transforming mining and mineral processing, and making them more algorithm intensive. The paradigm is shifting from one of d

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Computer-Aided Design of a Flash Smelting Installation

    By C. A. Green, M. A. T. Cocquerel, R. T. Gates

    "Engineering studies by Selection Trust, Limited, initially in connection with the development of a copper and nickel deposit for Bamangwato Concessions, Limited, and subsequently for several other cl

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Presidential Address: Beyond effortdriven operations: Building peoplecentric operating models for mining’s future

    By G. R. Lane

    My opportunity to serve as President of the prestigious Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) was made possible by an Anglo American scholarship 39 years ago—a pivotal moment tha

    Oct 2, 2025

  • SAIMM
    Zinc Recovery From Wastes Using Spent Acid From Scrapped Lead Acid Batteries

    By Zdenek Kunicky

    Kovohute Pribram is a plant recycling lead wastes, lead acid batteries in particular. Relevant new recycling technologies are being gradually developed. Outdated technology of smelting lead plates has

    Jan 1, 2008

  • SAIMM
    Laser Cladding AA2014 With a Al-Cu-Si Compound for Increased Wear Resistance

    By K. J. Kruger

    Aluminium alloys have gained popularity in many industries due to their high strength and low weight. One shortcoming of aluminium alloys is their poor resistance to abrasion and erosion wear compared

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Project Design

    "Chairman: Professor J. C. Griffiths Rapporteur: Mr J. P. G. PRETORIUSPapers:Mine-mill production scheduling by dynamic programming by R. J. Roman Optimization of a large mining venture by J. C. Paynt

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Investigation of apatite reverse flotation process to improve quality of ultrafine hematite concentrate - FST hematite tailing recovery plant, A.H. Baladastian, A. Dehghani Ahmadabadi, R. Hejazi, M. Saghaeian, and V. Sheikhzadeh

    By M. Saghaeian, R. Hejazi, V. Sheikhzadeha, A. H. Baladastian, A. Dehghani Ahmadabadi

    This paper describes research done to remove apatite (phosphorus) from hematite ultrafine (70% finer than 25 micron) concentrate, recovered by electromagnetic separators at the FST Tailing Recovery Pl

    Jan 1, 2020