P80 Sizing
P80 Sizing
Overview
Ensure predictable, consistent, material sizing from crushers to milling operations
Consistency and predictability are the keys to efficient operations in processing plants. Often the focus in crusher operations is on volume and attention is on feed rate, tons/hour, downtime and delays. What is commonly lost is the attention paid to the consistent sizing of material passing from the crushers to the mills. Ironically, this quality metric has a direct impact on volume since inconsistent and oversized material requires more dwell time in milling which reduces throughput and increases energy costs.
There are several factors that require interdepartmental communications such as fragmentation, feed rates, density, grade, contaminants and dilution (processing waste versus ore). However, P80 sizing is one control point that is largely within control of processing plants.
Key Client Challenges:
- How can we reduce the variability in P80 sizing to ensure consistent product quality and maximize recovery?
- What are the most reliable and advanced particle size measurement technologies available, and which one is best suited for our specific ore processing operation?
- What strategies can help us maintain the desired P80 size even when faced with variations in ore feed characteristics?
- How can we optimize the operation of our grinding and milling equipment to achieve more accurate P80 sizing while minimizing energy consumption and wear and tear on equipment?
- What steps can we take to improve the representativeness of our ore samples, and how frequently should we collect samples for P80 analysis?
- How can we leverage real-time data and process control systems to continuously monitor and adjust our operations for accurate P80 sizing?
- What are the key factors within our ore processing circuit that are currently affecting P80 sizing accuracy, and how can we address these issues?
Lacking data to validate or support key business decisions
Lack of knowledge to define a cohesive business or data strategy
Low speed to market and trouble adapting quickly to customer and market needs
High operational costs due to lengthy data processing times
OUR PROCESSING PLANT SERVICES
Stockpile Management
P80 Sizing
Advanced Control Rooms
Overall Equipment Effectiveness Improvement
Recovery Improvement
Energy Optimization
Shutdown Management
Line Management
Grading & Gauging
Data & Analytics Strategy
Throughput Improvement
WHY UNISON MINING
Experience
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Practical Solutions
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