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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.

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.

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:

Women in Industry Excellence in Mining 2015 award winner Maria Joyce

Maria Joyce wins Excellence in Mining category at Women in Industry Awards

NewsJuly 2, 2015

MEC is committed to promoting diversity across the organisation. At the recent Women in Industry Awards dinner in Sydney, General Manager Maria Joyce was announced as the winner of the Excellence in Mining Award. MMD, who sponsored the category, dedicated this award to raising awareness for women in a male dominated industry.

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.