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  • SAIMM
    Research on mass distribution regulatory and sieve surface optimization of equal thickness screening based on DEM simulation, J. Qiao, C. Duan, W. Wang, H. Jiang, and Y. Zhao

    By H. Jiang, W. Wang, Y. Zhao, J. Qiao, C. Duan

    DEM simulations were used in this research to study the screening process of a novel variable amplitude equal thickness vibration screen (VAETVS). The response regularity of mass distribution and gran

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Macroturbulence experienced by a hydrophobic particle in a flotation vessel with retrofit designs measured with positron emitting particle tracking (PEPT), K. Cole, D. Mesa, M.R. van Heerden, and P.R. Brito-Parada

    By K. Cole, D. Mesa, P. R. Brito-Parada, M. R. van Heerden

    Turbulence in stirred tank flotation vessels determines the bulk transport of particles and has an important role in particle-bubble collisions necessary for attachment. Positron emission particle tra

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Assessing the role of xanthate in bubble stability, Y. Pan, G. Bournival, S. Gautam, and S. Ata

    By S. Ata, Y. Pan, S. Gautam, G. Bournival

    Bubbles play a vital role in flotation, and their properties directly affect the flotation performance. Xanthates are one of the major collectors used in sulphide mineral flotation. It is often believ

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Comparison of novel and conventional bubble size measurement techniques, L. Forbes, J. Wang, and G. Forbes

    By L. Forbes, G. Forbes, J. Wang

    Bubble size measurement is a vital part of flotation system analysis and diagnostics. Over the years, a great many different bubble size analysis tools have been developed. However, all of them rely o

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    Evaluation of different surface characteristics and mineral grain size in the estimation of rock strength using the Schmidt hammer

    By K. Karaman

    This study investigated the effect of surface roughness on Schmidt rebound hardness (RL). Four different test surfaces of rock samples were studied: natural, ground, cut surfaces, and core samples. Th

    Apr 14, 2024

  • SAIMM
    Control of the grain size distribution of the raw material mixture in the production of iron sinter - Synopsis

    By E. Lwamba

    The aim of this study was to examine the effect of grain size distribution control of the raw material mixture on the permeability of the green sinter bed and the properties of the produced sinter. Th

    Jan 1, 2008

  • SAIMM
    Three-dimensional measurement and simulation of the dewatering behaviour of flocs and sediments using X-ray microtomography - Synopsis

    By X. Jia

    The ability to perform three dimensional imaging at micron-scale resolution of real mineral floc sediments and structures using commercially available Micro X-ray Tomography (XMT) instrumentation can

    Jan 1, 2008

  • SAIMM
    Modelling of fluid flow phenomena in Peirce-Smith copper converters and analysis of combined blowing concept

    By D. K. Chibwe, P. Taskinen

    "Typical operation of industrial Peirce-Smith converters (PSCs) used in copper smelting results in several common phenomena such as excessive splashing, slopping, tuyere blockage, and low converter ca

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Electrode Models For Søderberg Electrodes

    By B. Larsen

    The Søderberg electrode was invented about 95 years ago by the company Elektrokjemisk, later known as ELKEM. It is still the most commonly used electrode system in submerged-arc furnaces for ferroallo

    Jan 1, 2012

  • SAIMM
    The Use Of Change Management And Behaviour-Based Training In An Improvement Project Aimed At Creating Organizational Sustainability In A Multicultural Mining Environment In Zambia

    By H. B. Prinsloo

    Change management and training initiatives in remote rural settings in Africa are generally difficult to implement successfully due to factors such as varying levels of education, multiple nationaliti

    Oct 1, 2013

  • SAIMM
    The use of Electron Microbeam Techniques in Metallurgical Analysis (2150b46f-fd1b-43ae-a006-c65467de7e1e)

    By Lesley Andrews

    "Electron microbeam analysis of metallurgical samples covers a broad field and has applications in the areas of minerals processing, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, physical metallurgy and corrosion.

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Geostatistical Evaluation of Hydrogeochemical Parameters as a Tool to Interpret Regional Geology

    By F. A. G. M. Camisani-Calzolari

    Approximately 850 groundwater samples were collected over a 29 300 km2 region of the semi-arid Northwestern Cape during the site selection phase of the South African radioactive waste disposal project

    Jan 1, 1987

  • SAIMM
    Implementation Of The First Commercial Scale DC Smelter For Ferronickel Production From Low Grade Laterite Ores?Technology Building Blocks And Lessens Learned - Synopsis

    By C. P. Naudé

    Mechel, a large, integrated steel, stainless steel, and ferroalloy producer in Russia is committed to upgrading its facilities to world class pyrometallurgical process and environmental practice. Yuzh

    Jan 1, 2010

  • SAIMM
    Evaluation of polymer binders in briquetting of coal fines for combustion applications

    By H. W. J. P. Neomagus, J. R. Bunt, D. L. Botha, N. T. Leokaoke

    Coal briquetting traditionally makes use of high-dosage, nonpolymeric binders (such as coal tar pitch or molasses) or polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) at low dosages for the binding of fine and ultrafine coal.

    Mar 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    The Basic Resource Equations (BRE And BR2RE)-A New Approach To The Definition And Reconciliation Of Mineral Resources And Reserves At Anglo American Platinum Ltd - Synopsis

    By D. H. Diering

    Definition of mineral resources and reserves forms the basis for effective mine planning and reliable public reporting of mineral assets. Historically, the mineral resource and reserves declaration pr

    Jan 1, 2013

  • SAIMM
    Design of optimum roof support systems in South African collieries using a probabilistic design approach ? Synopsis

    When designing coal mine roof support, it is necessary to account for the uncertainties and variability that inherently exist within the rock mass and support elements. The performance of a support sy

    Jan 1, 2009

  • SAIMM
    Electrochemical Properties Of Pyrite, Pyrrhotite, And Steel: Effects On Grinding And Flotation Processes - Synopsis

    By H. Moslemi

    Metal sulphides are usually semiconductor and their electrical conductivity is low; therefore they are sources of electrons and promote electrochemical reactions. This phenomenon is of significant imp

    Jan 1, 2012

  • SAIMM
    Static Recrystallization Behaviour of Ti-Nb Microalloyed High-Strength Steel

    By G-L. Wu, X-B. Liu, C-Y. Zhou

    "The static recrystallization behaviour of Ti-Nb microalloyed high-strength steel during hot deformation was studied by conducting double-hit hot compression experiments using a Gleeble-3500 thermomec

    Jan 1, 2017

  • SAIMM
    Field and laboratory research into the undrained behaviour of tailings at the University of Pretoria

    By S. W. Jacobsz, Y. Narainsamy

    Several high-impact tailings dam failures around the world in recent years have placed a renewed focus on the stability of tailings dams and pointed to potential shortcomings in traditional drained de

    Jun 2, 2022

  • SAIMM
    Improved shrinking core model for rare earth elements dissolution from weathered residual rare earth ores by mechanochemical activation T. Kato and C. Tokoro

    By C. Tokoro, T. Kato

    The objective of this study is to improve the shrinking core model for particles with a particle size distribution and clarify the activation mechanism of rare earth elements dissolution by mechanoche

    Jan 1, 2020