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MineSense at #MINEXCHANGE2024 James Adu, CPG, SME-RM, EMBA, M.Sc., Chief Geologist at Capstone Copper; and Bradley Dunn, Rio Tinto join Eduardo Gonzalez, Regional Manager North America at the technical presentation by Freeport-McMoRan's Maurice Sunkpal. Maurice Sunkpal, Senior Ore Control, Freeport-McMoRan, presented “ShovelSense Bulk Ore Sorting Use Cases and Value at Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mine, New Mexico, USA.” Maurice Sunkpal, Senior Ore Control at Freeport-McMoRan, outlined several key benefits #ShovelSense delivers, such as predicting grades at the mine face for bulk ore sorting and diverting misclassified trucks. By utilizing ShovelSense, Chino mine achieved significant economic benefits by reducing dilution and ore loss through more than 10% truck diversions. Additionally, the integration of ShovelSense enhanced the self-audit capabilities of ore control tools and identified opportunities for process optimization. The implementation of ShovelSense also resulted in a reduction in variance from mine to mill, enabling selective mining with increased accuracy and confidence. Co-authoring the presentation was Sterling Vanderzee, GeoScience Data Analyst. For more information on SME MINECHANGE2024 visit: https://lnkd.in/eRvE6f2K     #MINEXCHANGE2024 #Mining #IndustryInnovation #ResponsibleMining  #WorkforceDevelopment #RareEarths #minerals #energy #BatteryMetals #smartmining #innovativemining #digitalmining #copper #ShovelSense #BeltSense #datadrivenmining #minetomill #criticalminerals #geoscience #mining 

Exciting news! Our clients - VERACIO and Tersa Earth Innovations have been shortlisted as finalists for the prestigious Mining Magazine's Technology & Innovation Award acknowledging their outstanding commitment to advancing the state of play in mining over the past 12 months. https://lnkd.in/e7UhbvwH   VERACIO’s TruScan is a cloud-integrated In-Field Sample-Scanning Platform which employs XRF and high-resolution imagery to provide detailed orebody data enabling real-time collaboration and decision-making among global mining experts, effectively eliminating geographical and temporal limitations. Contrary to historical logging practices that prioritise logging for visual, manual and human interpretation, TruScan provides volumes of data that are optimised for the use of Machine Learning and AI.   Tersa Earth’s TersaClean technology is a patented synthetic biology, carbon-neutral solution that addresses the critical issue of mine wastewater treatment by removing metals like arsenic, selenium, mercury, and lead from acid rock drainage and tailings, and extracts valuable metals from tailings waste streams, ensuring energy-efficiency, profitability and net-zero neutralization.   If you like their technology we encourage you to VOTE for them by December 27 - https://lnkd.in/g7VPTGJv   #mining #miningtechnology #miningtechnologyaward #mininginnovationaward #miningmagazineaward #technologyinnovationaward #miningaward #veracio #boartlongyear #truscan #tersaearth #tersa #tersaclean #AIinMining #Responsiblemining

Guidelines for Assessment of Geotechnical Safety and Stability for Post Mining Landforms will very soon be published by ACARP and available for download from acarp.com.au. The download will include the Project C34028 Report which provides supporting details and discussion. Key essentials include processes for evaluating geotechnical model uncertainty and consequence category, which provide justification for determining appropriate design acceptance criteria. Stability assessment may be undertaken by observational or analytical approaches, a choice to be made and justified by the geotechnical practitioner.

NTWIST at PDAC 2024: Optimizing Mine Operations for a Sustainable Future    Excited to be joining the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference this year! PDAC, with its 7,000+ members and focus on a responsible, sustainable mineral sector, aligns perfectly with NTWIST's mission to optimize mine-to-mill operations. Just like PDAC champions exploration and development, NTWIST empowers mines to operate at peak efficiency. Our software ensures smooth mining operations and maximizing yield. Here's why NTWIST is at PDAC 2024: Shared vision for a thriving Canadian mining industry: We believe in PDAC's advocacy for a competitive, responsible, and sustainable sector. NTWIST's technology directly contributes to this vision by reducing waste, optimizing processes, and minimizing environmental impact. Global reach, local impact: PDAC fosters mutually beneficial partnerships between the industry and Indigenous communities. NTWIST, with its global reach, is committed to implementing solutions that respect local communities and their environments. Leading the low-carbon transition: PDAC recognizes the critical role of minerals in a low-carbon future. NTWIST's solutions help mines operate more efficiently, reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to a sustainable future.    NTWIST is proud to be part of PDAC's mission to shape a thriving and sustainable Canadian mining industry. We are looking forward to connecting with stakeholders, partners, and other industry leaders at PDAC 2024, and we are committed to showcasing the important role that technology and innovation play in the success of the Canadian minerals industry. Stay tuned for updates and be sure to connect with us at PDAC 2024! #pdac #pdac2024 #mineralindustry #mining #NTWIST #mineoptimization #technologyinnovation #mininginnovation #sustainability

Baymag Inc. and PMAP Mine Water Corporation Join Forces to Revolutionize Mining Wastewater Treatment.   Baymag Inc., a member of the Refratechnik Group of companies, is pleased to announce its partnership with PMAP Mine Water Corporation, a forward-thinking cooperation that aims to transform the industry with a technology that incorporates advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to employ magnesium oxide (MgO) as a key ingredient in a new, cost-effective solution for treating mining wastewater. This method not only adjusts pH and removes unwanted contaminants to comply with environmental standards but also has the added potential to recover marketable critical minerals.   This initiative represents a significant step in the direction of sustainable mining practices and environmental protection. Read the full news story at https://lnkd.in/dn6-YhhS.   #baymag #pmapminewater #mining #wastewatertreatment #sustainability #magnesiumoxide #environmentalprotection #ai #artificialintelligence

EQ Resources Limited Commentary from PAC Partners's Mining Analyst - Lawrence Grech EQR’s infill drilling results – a real boost to near term cashflows and potential future mine operations Significance of drilling results is high, though the ultimate impact is the quantification of the conversion of waste tonnes to ore status. a. Todays, results have broad intersections at 0.35% to over 1% WO3 (Tungsten tri-oxide) and higher. • We are modelling the Mt Carbine open pit to grade 0.19% WO3 over its life of mine, so an upgrade may be warranted upon full investigation. • Grades over 0.5% WO3 are considered hi-grade in an open pit setting. b. Implications for underground operation? A bit early however, • If EQR’s drilling reveals minable underground stopes at 0.5% WO3 – that would be persuasive to develop the underground, even with higher cost per tonne of recovered ore.  • The structural model of Mt Carbine is interpreted to foresee increased grade/true width mineralised zones with depth – so finding high grade ore higher up is further encouragement to drill deeper. Full research note is attached, written by Lawrence Grech Senior Research Analyst #Tungsten #criticalminerals #QLDMining #AusIMM #MtCarbine #IndustrialMetals #PACPartners

In the fast-paced mining sector, where efficiency and sustainability are a focus, Weba Chutes Systems stands out by providing scientifically-validated, custom-engineered chute systems. Their approach guarantees measurable performance enhancements, enabling customers to directly observe significant reductions in total cost of ownership, while also prioritising environmental compliance and safety. #webachutes #absolutematerialcontrol #transferpoints https://lnkd.in/dqJ7wZMj

Mining will continue.

OK, mineral reporting standards... if you're thinking "been there, know the matrix, all handled thanks" please consider: 📶 Critical minerals often come in smaller, more complex deposits than those we've focused on for decades, and will be exploited by a wider variety of companies in size and funding approaches - building confidence in how these deposits are assessed, valued and structured will continue to require strong consensus on the rules of the game ✳ Reporting standards evolved to (re)create trust between promoters and their investors - we now have many, many other stakeholders participating in the conversation: these rules are an important tool to build a shared vocabulary, foster understanding and facilitate agreement on prioritisation (yes, I'm thinking of policy papers that refer to "reserves" as if numbers magically appeared on a spreadsheet 😥) 📈 At a time when policy shapers want to believe that their interest creates a market and directs investment, noise is increasing but feasibility is more complex than ever - the rush on Strategic Projects as the CRM Act is implemented, rising expectations in resource-rich countries and the push for public funding of upstream growth create a perfect nexus for expensive mistakes: now more than ever we need to ensure that market expectations and investment requirements are clear and drive decision-making, including policy choices Then have a quick refresh ... and send it to 3 contacts who need a decoder! Thanks to Ed Sides and Ruth Allington for reminding us that the basics still hold - and are more relevant than ever ! #responsibleinvestment #responsiblemining

📢 Exciting Partnership Announcement! BASF Mining Solutions and hydroGEOPHYSICS, Inc. Consulting (HGI) have formed a strategic partnership to enhance secondary copper recovery through novel mining technologies. 🌱🔬 With the global demand for copper set to exceed supply due to the green electric revolution, bridging the deficit becomes a major challenge. As ores become more complex and grades decline, building new mines becomes difficult, costly, and time-consuming. To address this challenge, BASF and HGI are combining their expertise in chemical, mineral processing, and geophysical technologies. Heap leach processes, which offer low-cost extraction techniques, often suffer from inefficiencies, leaving large quantities of valuable copper trapped and unrecovered. By leveraging our innovative LixTRA™ leaching aid and HGI's geophysical deep well injection technologies, a secondary recovery solution is created. This solution unlocks trapped copper and significantly increases copper extraction rates. Initial results show a 20% increase in copper recovery, highlighting the significant potential of this collaboration. This strategic partnership between BASF and HGI represents a major step forward in the mining industry. Together, we are committed to maximizing copper recovery and meeting the growing demand in a sustainable and efficient manner. To read the official press release follow the link: https://lnkd.in/dYjsAAD6 To learn more about LixTRA click here: https://lnkd.in/ezCDSVH5 hashtag #BASFMiningSolutions hashtag #HGI hashtag #BASF hashtag #partnership hashtag #copperextraction hashtag #miningindustry hashtag #sustainability hashtag #innovation