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Unearthed: Brisbane Hackathon

NewsMarch 4, 2016
MEC is actively supporting and encouraging innovation in the resources sector by taking part in the second, annual Unearthed: Brisbane Hackathon. Launched nationally in 2015 and internationally this year, Unearthed is a unique 54-hour event focused on the resources sector. It will see software developers, designers and industry insiders unite to develop prototype solutions to industry problems.

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Productivity

Case Study: Improving Shovel and Excavator Productivity

Industrial Events, NewsOctober 19, 2015

INTRODUCTION

Shovel and excavator productivity has been in decline in Australia over the last few years, resulting in unnecessary wasted expenditure. MEC can assist in achieving optimal productivity. A move to optimal productivity can save $0.30 per bcm or $3 per tonne, as well as improving operating and safety conditions at the dig face. Large improvements can be achieved with simple and repeatable measures that concentrate on improving the basic cycle time of components. In other words, increased production can be achieved simply by optimising basic dig area setup and operating parameters. So ask yourself this question: Where does your machine sit on the curve?

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MEC partners with Orica

NewsSeptember 24, 2015
MEC partners with Orica to expand Safe and Efficient Blasting and Excavation training course. Through our partnership Orica have expanded their well-recognised Safe and Efficient Blasting course Surface Coal. With a full day dedicated to safe and efficient excavation, the course now creates a link between drill, blast and downstream impacts on key mining processes.

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Schedule Levelling

Case Study – Schedule Levelling

NewsJuly 30, 2015
KEY ISSUES Confidence that the Mine Plan reflects the mining strategy and the Mine Plan is robust and achievable. Aspects to consider:
  • Mine Plan has been validated, and that all schedule activities are linked correctly.
  • Intricacies and risks are understood.
  • Opportunities are understood and are maximised.
By considering these aspects, project value is maximised and the project’s performance remains aligned with stakeholder expectation.

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Multiple LOM Scenario Planning for an Open Cut Coal Mine

Case Study – Multiple Life of Mine Scenario Planning

NewsJuly 7, 2015
INTRODUCTION An Open Cut Dragline Mine in the Hunter Valley, NSW needed their LOM plan run in a value case comparison to compare 5 mining scenarios. They needed justification, through quantified and comparable results, to determine the best strategy to proceed with for the life of the mine. MEC took the clients previous LOM and truck haulage models, modifying them to achieve the required 5 scenarios. With the results from the MEC schedules the client was able to understand the lowest risk scenario and determine the feasibility of implementing the new scenario.

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Ten Ways to Get What You Want from a Mining Consultant

NewsJuly 6, 2015
There are various benefits of hiring a mining consultant, but it is often not a cheap exercise.  At the completion of your project it is important that there are no budget surprises and you achieve your desired final output.  So how can you make sure that you are getting the best from your consultant? Here are some tips:

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