Mining engineering covers a wide range of activities, such as engineering projects (Scoping, Conceptual, PFS, FS), bankable reports (NI 43-101 / JORC), mine design and planning, equipment selection, infrastructure sizing, CAPEX and OPEX estimates, and financial evaluations. This involves carrying out trade-off analyses (extraction methods, alternative technologies, material handling systems, among others).
Our approach is based on applied engineering principles, operational experience and the use of advanced modeling and simulation tools, which allows us to identify optimal and feasible configurations for each stage of the mine life cycle.
WHAT WE DO
✓ Engineering projects (Scoping, Conceptual, PFS, FS) and bankable reports (NI 43-101 / JORC)
✓ Mine design and planning with a systemic approach
✓ Equipment selection and sizing
✓ Sizing of feasible services and infrastructure
✓ CAPEX and OPEX estimation, and financial evaluation
HOW WE DO IT
✓ Trade-off analysis (extraction methods, alternative technologies, material handling systems, among others)
✓ Assessment considering different technologies (e.g.: classification, continuous haulage, among others)
✓ Variable cut-off grades and cost models
✓ Integrated design – sequencing – three-dimensional planning
MAIN AREAS
✓ PEAs, prefeasibility and feasibility, from mine to port.
✓ Optimization of mining sequences and mine plans using object-oriented optimization methods, such as the DBS approach, for open pit and underground mining applications.
✓ 3D design of open pit and underground mines on various platforms, maximizing the use and flexibility of design outputs.
✓ Optimal scheduling methods using resource-constrained planning techniques and short interval control simulators, to rationally allocate resources to the plan.
✓ Mining services: ventilation, drainage, cooling systems, support equipment.
✓ Design of mining enablers such as electrical systems, water and surface footprint optimization.
