Stockpile Management
Stockpile Management
Overview
Install controls to reduce risks associated with stockpiles including waste buildup.
Managing the quality variability within stockpiles and ensuring that the desired ore qualities are maintained during processing can be challenging. To achieve a consistent and desired ore composition, blending of materials from different stockpiles requires careful planning and coordination to maintain the right blend ratios. Additionally, moisture levels in stockpiles can fluctuate due to weather conditions, and excess moisture can lead to handling and processing difficulties, impacting throughput and efficiency.
Keeping track of the quantities of materials in various stockpiles, along with their corresponding grades, can also be complex. Tracking the movement of materials from different stockpiles to the processing plant must always include accurate measurements of dilution.
Stockpiles also leave negative environmental and health impacts when managed poorly, which can have consequences on a mining company’s ESG rating and investment prospects. To avoid this, mining companies must proactively minimize dust emissions to improve compliance with regulations.
Key Client Challenges:
- What strategies can we use to effectively blend materials from different stockpiles to achieve desired ore compositions?
- What technologies can help us accurately track the movement of materials between stockpiles and the processing plant?
- How can we minimize moisture-related issues in stockpiles and maintain consistent material properties?
- Are there best practices for optimizing equipment utilization in stockpile management processes?
- What technologies are available for real-time monitoring of stockpile conditions, such as moisture content, temperature, and density?
- How can we improve inventory management to avoid overstocking or understocking of materials?
- What are the environmental regulatory requirements for stockpile management, and how can we ensure compliance?
Mining operations are often subject to environmental regulations that dictate how stockpiles should be managed, including issues such as erosion control, water management, and containment of potentially hazardous materials.
Our subject matter experts at Unison Mining can work closely with your teams to ensure compliance with these evolving regulations. By incorporating the processes, systems and performance metrics needed within your existing systems, your team can proactively monitor compliance with ESG regulations and facilitate continuous feedback and improvement in stockpile management processes.
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
Our mining experts have experienced first-hand the day-to-day complexities and issues that arise at the mining face, giving them a higher level of understanding and insight to meet your challenges.
Practical Solutions
By implementing level-appropriate transformation tools, our behavioral and cultural change methodologies, data management, and analytics, our goal is to create a sustainable and positive impact on your mining operations.
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We go beyond strategy to offer a direct and measurable approach to success. Our commitment extends to delivering real business outcomes and helping your team sustain those changes for the long haul.
