2018 – Issue 6
Top Stories
Mintek demonstrates mine effluent treatment capability
South Africa’s national mineral research organisation Mintek has highlighted its commitment to protecting South Africa’s scarce water resources.
News
Genesys International fights calcium sulphate deposition in reverse osmosis
Genesys International states reverse osmosis technology is being widely adopted both to clean up and reuse mining waste water and to concentrate metals for...
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AESSEAL technology prevents excessive water wastage
Water shortages, drought, limited water usage and the possibility of a Day-Zero in Cape Town – these are some of the major focus points in South Africa.
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SBS Tanks breaks new ground in mining applications across Africa
SBS Water Systems is looking to gain momentum and grow its track record in the mining sector across Africa having secured several milestone contracts.
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Monitoring process ponds a critical component of mine water management
As mines work towards reducing their reliance on municipal water supplies, a key aspect of their water management strategy should be more effective monitoring of their process water ponds and dams.
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Mine dewatering: technology + fit-for-purpose solutions = optimal results
Pit dewatering systems, techniques and practises have over past decades always contained elements of uncertainty due to outdated technologies and equipment.
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Social engagement highlights for Malawi graphite project
AECOM is the provider for social services for Sovereign Metals’ Malingunde graphite project in the Lilongwe District in Malawi.
Gold
Boungou – Burkina Faso’s newest gold mine
TSX-listed SEMAFO poured first gold at its Boungou mine in Burkina Faso the company added a second feather to its hat of operating mines having successfully brought its Mana mine into operation in 2008.
Infrastructure
Reef intersection imminent at Ivanplats’ Platreef
Ivanhoe Mines’ 64% platinum-focused subsidiary Ivanplats is making progress at its Platreef project located on the Northern Limb of the Bushveld Complex.
Business and policy
Isimilo’s new business model caters to juniors’ financial needs
Newly established project management firm Isimilo DBO has entered the market with a business model aimed at delivering quick and cost effective process plants for the junior and mid-tier mining market.
