Gigaom | Rc Dth Hammer

Ity is expected to produce 160- 200koz in 2019 at an AISC of $525- 590/oz, with the bottom-end of production guidance corresponding to the nameplate capacity while the top-end factors in possible upsides from an earlier start date, a quicker than expected ramp-up and the plant producing above its nameplate.

For greater safety and efficiency in underground mining, Epiroc releases a number of automation features for the Scooptram underground loader. The Scooptram Automation Regular package allows the Scooptram to be controlled through an operator station from a remote location.

Due to its low weight the rig can be transported across mine areas on a low bed without requiring an escort which speeds up productivity. Booysen Bore also highlghts the ROPS/FOPS approved cabin which has been designed around the operator, giving him full control and superior visibility of drilling activities. The Sat Nav capability facilitates machine location and the compatibility of the D65’s computerised management system with most mine and fleet management systems has also impressed Booysen Bore.

They hope to find proof of the flood tunnel system, thus proving that the old stories are true. In particular, they hope to see the dye seep out into Smith’s Cove. If this happens, Rick says it’s, “information confirmation,” while Marty offers that he’s willing to stay, “open-minded.”

- Construction of the 312-room permanent employee camp, messing, and staff recreation facilities is complete.

Surface mining equipment from Atlas Copco has a rocksolid reputation for productivity and dependability. The SmartROC D65 DTH mining rig is designed with leading-edge automation technology and uses both brains and power to drill production blast, pre-split and buffer holes. This is the future of open pit mining.

Detailed year-over-year reserve and resource variances are available in Appendix 3 with details for each asset provided in the above mine sections.

The February 2019 Kalana Main Mineral Resource Estimate utilises data and geological interpretations used by Denny Jones (2016) to estimate the Mineral Resource, plus geological interpretation and drill data compiled by EDV in 2018.

This tip is a collective of several fundamental techniques. First, set up a rig precisely. If it is supposed to be vertical to the surface, the mast dial should read 90 degrees, not 85. “Close enough” isn’t good enough. Second, when the drill bit is lowered to the rock surface, ease into the boring. When collaring in, grind out a pocket for the bit to seat in before powering up. Otherwise, the drill head is apt to skew off, producing lateral stress on the string, Hissem says. Last, if loose, unstable material is left over from a prior shooting, proceed carefully, because the unstable rock can easily fall into the hole atop the drill head and become wedged there. If possible, clear away unconsolidated surface material before beginning to drill, because if you can’t hold that hole open, you are in trouble.

an Explosion At a gasoline pipeline in Mexico, several people have been injured. In the vicinity of the Pipeline in the state of Hidalgo had been at the time of the Explosion several Hundred people, local media reported on Friday evening (local time). There could be up to 50 injured people or even deaths, reported the TV channel “Foro TV”. On the line in the town of Tlahuelilpan had formed, therefore, before a leak, residents of the area approached to carry fuel in buckets or canisters.

The latest FlexiROC D65 crawler rig sets the benchmark in DTH drilling delivering a perfect balance between productivity and efficiency to provide a complete drilling solution. With hole diameters of between 110 – 203mm, this rugged multi-functional machine is able to handle a vast number of drilling angles, delivering straight, smooth holes with plenty of air to keep the hole clean for easy charging. The high efficiency of the DTH hammer relies on its precisely matched compressor capacity.

“Grass doesn’t grow in January,” said Aled. “All we can hope for now is that it starts raining, that the autumn is mild and that winter does not come early.