By Ryan Sharp and Arnold Williams of BMT WBM
Mining companies continue to feel the effects of low commodity prices while the added pressure of China’s slowing economy is expected to lead to further market volatility. This has resulted in many companies putting greater pressure on plant and equipment in an effort to increase production and boost revenue.
REPLICATING spare parts for slurry pumps is a serious issue in the mining industry, for solution providers and the mine operators who utilise them. As commodity prices decline mining operators are under intense pressure to minimise operational costs. As a result, initial costs are often more important than total ownership costs, making non-OEM spare parts more appealing.
EXTERNAL leaks from valves during valve cycling are common problems for plant operators. These leaks can have disastrous consequences, contaminating the environment and endangering workers with hazardous materials, resulting in major downtime for the company.
ELDORADO Gold’s decision to deploy RCT’s Smart Technology at its White Mountain Gold Project in northeast China has resulted in the operation strengthening its safety culture and increasing mine productivity at the same time.