Archives: Mining safety

Dampness and fumes encountered in the processing and screening of high grade coal and ores can be transferred in controlled fashion by hooded roof fans placed at a strategic distance from the main opening of a compound. Designed and manufactured by air movement specialist Fanquip, these fans have the power to draw air through the[…]

A statement today from Canadian natural resources ministry Natural Resources Canada said: “Sudbury’s mining and minerals industry is a leader in clean growth. This growth is vital, as developing Canada’s natural resources in more sustainable ways will create good jobs, increase competitiveness and reduce pollution as we move toward a clean energy future.” To support[…]

Vale has provided an update on its so-called dam decharacterisation plan, which it defines as “the process for a dam to be reincorporated into the relief and the environment.” Essentially it means that the tailings dam structure no longer serves its primary purpose of retaining tailings, ensuring zero risk for the environment and the surrounding[…]

Mines are unique operating environments with highly specific health and safety challenges. In particular, underground mining operations typically experience low-visibility conditions and light pollution from flashlights, vehicle lights and reflective strips on equipment and clothing, making traditional surveillance and safety monitoring difficult. These were some of the challenges facing Jiangzhuang Coal Mine in the Shangdong[…]

GroundProbe has extended its comprehensive Slope Stability Radar (SSR) product offering with the release of the SSR-Agilis. Mounted on a vehicle, the SSR-Agilis is designed to be operational in minutes in active areas of mine sites, ensuring the safety of work crews working under high-risk slopes. The company says it fills a need in the[…]

Seequent has partnered with OreControl Blasting Consultants, the US-based developer of OrePro 3D software, as it looks to expand its reach into the drill and blast arena. OrePro 3D software allows geologists to model the movement of ore during blasting in order to delineate ore and waste more accurately for efficient downstream handling, according to Seequent.[…]

Immersive Technologies and OK Tedi have established the first fully-integrated Operator Performance Analytics (OPA) system as part of the Papua New Guinea miner’s focus on operator safety, Immersive says. Following the successful delivery of continuous improvement projects and managed services by Immersive, OK Tedi opted to establish an OPA installation on-site with the dual goals[…]

Water specialist Talbot has launched a state-of-the-art mobile unit that enables mining and mineral resources players to test a highly efficient and cost-effective water treatment and mineral product recovery solution, right on site. The mobile unit with its fully-equipped test laboratory gives clients a clear demonstration of the effectiveness of Vibrating Sheer Enhanced Process (VSEP)[…]

Modular Mining has unveiled its new Customer Experience Center (CEC) during a ribbon cutting ceremony this week. Located in the company’s corporate headquarters in Tucson, Arizona, USA, the CEC’s opening coincides with Modular Mining’s 40th anniversary and celebrates the company’s continued growth and positive trajectory in both Tucson and the mining sector, Modular said. Jorge[…]

The main mining truck fleet for Adani Australia is now under assembly in Mackay, preparing for work at the Carmichael coal mine. Carmichael Mine and Rail Project Director David Boshoff said the first of more than 24 265 t trucks were being wired, bolted and welded together ready for their 300 km journey to the[…]