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MEC Gazette – June 2015

NewsJune 25, 2015

MEC is proud to introduce our new look Gazette. We will continue to release this publication regularly and use it to keep you in touch with industry news, developments, case studies and articles, which relate to MEC and the resources sector. In this edition we hear from our Founding Director Daniel Chippendale, who reflects on MEC's upcoming tenth birthday, along with insights from our executive team and articles about our experience at Mines and Money Hong Kong and what MEC staff believe makes a successful mining consultant.

Case Study – Open Cut Coal Life of Mine Plan; Mining and Dumping Sequence

NewsJune 23, 2015

INTRODUCTION

An open cut coal mine in New South Wales requested an analysis of different mining options including direction of mining and waste dump sequencing. MEC’s schedule enabled managers to plan the adjustments in the excavation and hauling fleets whilst ensuring the stability of production. Over and above that, MEC’s recommendation was subsequently used for long term strategic planning and departmental approval. This is because MEC has a wealth of experience in best practice methodology and expertise in mine planning software, crucial in evaluating various mining options in changing conditions.

Christofer Catania Presenting at the Australian Copper Conference

NewsJune 15, 2015

MEC's Team Lead - Christofer Catania will be speaking at the Australian Copper Conference, held at the Hilton Hotel in Brisbane on Wednesday 17th June at 12.30pm. Christofer will be presenting on Staged Start-Up for Copper Open Pits - Optimisation Sequencing to Reduce Initial Capitals Costs. Be sure not to miss it!

Case Study – Dragline Design

NewsJune 11, 2015

INTRODUCTION MEC enabled a productive open cut coal mine to optimise an existing dragline operation, thereby decreasing truck and shovel use and maintaining coal targets. The company approached MEC to provide an analysis of options that would maintain budgeted coal uncovery while maximising dragline efficiency in a key operational pit. MEC presented a diverse range of options that allowed the client to prepare for any possible scenario. MEC prepared short term designs and plans and presented key findings that enabled the client to prioritise areas of the pit.

Pre-Feasibility Mine Planning Presentation Video

Building Investor Confidence – Mine Planning Presentation Video

NewsJune 4, 2015

MEC's Director, Ted Boulton's presentation on Building Investor Confidence- Mine Planning at the Mining Resources Convention 2014.

Latin America Downunder Conference 2015

NewsMay 18, 2015

MEC is a proud sponsor of the Latin America Downunder Conference held at Sheraton on the Park, Sydney from Wednesday 20th - Thursday 21st May. If you are attending the event come and visit our team in booth 8 and meet with our Managing Director - Simon Cohn and one of our Senior Mining Consultants - Richar Guerra to find out more about our capabilities and projects.

MEC offers customised training courses

NewsMay 15, 2015

MEC has expanded its offering to include a range of excellent training options to their clients and staff. “Due to our expertise across a range of commonly used mining software packages, we have developed best practices that actually work in real mines,” explains Daniel Chippendale, Director at MEC. “Our courses are customised and flexible which makes them perfect for upskilling and development in the ever-changing resource industry.”

MEC Needs your Help to Help Others

NewsMay 14, 2015

MEC’s Managing Director Simon Cohn is taking part in this year’s Vinnie’s CEO Sleepout. It’s the third time he’s taken part in the event which gives ordinary Australians the chance to walk a mile in the shoes of a homeless person.

The Vinnies CEO Sleepout offers just a small glimpse into life on the streets. There are over 100,000 Australians who are homeless, sleeping rough each night. Each participant is asked to raise awareness of homelessness in Australia through their participation in the event. They are also asked to raise money for the St. Vincent de Paul Society through an online sponsorship for their sleep out.

How to Plan Dozer Push

NewsMay 11, 2015

The 5 P’s are important in Bulk Dozer Push. Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance. Simply pegging out the pivot point and letting the dozers loose can result in lost opportunities. One of the most effective ways to design dozer push is using sections, then joining the sections to make 3D surfaces. Firstly, evaluate the pivot point location – should it be the standard projection from coal edge or is there an advantage in raising the pivot line?

MEC Lunch and Learn Session – Bulk Dozer Push Productivity

NewsApril 23, 2015

Lunch and Learn session on Bulk Dozer Push Productivity. Presented by Ted Boulton at MEC Brisbane, 19 March 2015.

What Makes a Successful Mining Consultant?

NewsApril 20, 2015

There are many career paths open to graduate mining engineers. It can be difficult to decide where your experience, personality and skills fit in best. Becoming a mining consultant can be a highly rewarding career. Good communication skills, flexibility, business acumen and technical expertise are just some of the requirements of a good mining consultant.

MEC’s Expertise on Display at Mines and Money Hong Kong

NewsApril 13, 2015

MEC showcased their business offering at the 8^th annual Mines and Money Hong Kong conference last month. The exhibition attracts stakeholders from all stages of the mining cycle, which makes it the perfect place for MEC to do what we do best: build relationships.