Revolutionising ore processing through sensor sorting
By Dr Nicolaas C Steenkamp In the relentless pursuit of efficiency and sustainability, the mining industry has been continuously innovating to enhance ore processing techniques. […]
Advancements in dry high-intensity RE roll magnetic separators explored
By Jose Marin, Eriez® director – Minerals and Materials Processing The Dry High Intensity Rare Earth (RE) Roll Magnetic Separator is a pivotal tool in the pursuit of innovative improvements, efficiency and competitiveness in magnetic [...]
The evolution of mill liners and its impact on efficiencies
By Mark Sherman of Fluor Canada, Fluor Corporation – Mining & Metals Technical director, senior fellow and minerals grinding circuit designer Mark Sherman discusses the evolution of grinding mills and liner design and how supplier [...]
The future of undergoing mining vehicles: electrical, hydrogen or EMV?
By Dr Nicolaas C Steenkamp The mining industry is facing a number of challenges, including the need to reduce emissions, improve safety and increase efficiency. One way to address these challenges is to switch to [...]
3D Modelling has much to offer the TSF field
Edited by Sharyn Macnamara The renewed global focus on the safety of tailings storage facilities (TSFs) has highlighted the value of 3D geological ground modelling, especially in enhancing the characterising of sites and effectively communicating [...]
The role of particle counting in oil analysis
Edited by Sharyn Macnamara Particle counting is considered one of the most important tests for used oil analysis. Many problems can be identified quickly and easily by monitoring the number and size-distribution of particles in [...]
What are the risks of hydrogen power?
By Dr Nicolaas C Steenkamp Hydrogen is considered a potential power source of the future, but what risks are associated with it? […]
INSIGHTS INTO SA MINING’S 4IR, DIGITAL AND ESG VALUE CREATION, EXPLORED (PART 2)
Compiled by Sharyn Macnamara Ian MacKay of PwC and Jean-Jacques Verhaeghe of the Mandela Mining Precinct delve into the 10 insights revealed by a second study into the State of Digitalisation and 4IR in SA [...]
INSIGHTS INTO SA MINING’S 4IR, DIGITAL AND ESG VALUE CREATION, EXPLORED (PART 1)
Compiled by Sharyn Macnamara Digital transformation is an imperative for mining, it is a non-negotiable value add, serving as a seamless thread through all mining value chain processes, enhancing health and safety, security, production and [...]
Survival of the fittest – an interplay of software, automation, energy
By Sharyn Macnamara Impactful solutions are required as the energy transition speeds up and decarbonisation strategies are accelerated – the criticality of minerals and persistent strong economic headwinds will require operations to adapt or risk [...]