Modern Mining December 2015

COVER STORY

isolate individual production areas. The new substation also provides additional capacity to support the replacement project and any future expansions. Long-term thinking This allows the terminal’s electrical system to operate efficiently over a 11 kV ring feed with 15 MVA additional capacity. The upgraded sys- tem will be completed before the delivery of the new machines in order to provide power requirement for the commissioning of the new equipment. “With a project of this nature, the size and scope of work is enormous and will require close cooperation between the operator, our- selves and all other parties involved in shipping the components, construction and preparing the site for the installation of the machines,” van Aarde says. “Everything needs to be care- fully planned and executed to ensure the terminal upholds its sterling track record. Our focus at this point is to ensure milestones are met and thereafter to ensure the systems work flawlessly and are properly supported through- out their active service at the terminal. With the

selection of Sandvik Mining as a main supplier of machines for the RBCT project, we now have the opportunity to work with the operator and build a relationship that is mutually beneficial and instils confidence to meet any throughput targets in future.” 

The PL300 shiploader can handle up to 11 000 tons per hour. During berthing operations of vessels, the boom can be simply raised out of the way to reduce any risk of collision.

INCREASED YIELD AACHEN TM HIGH SHEAR TECHNOLOGY

Developed over 25 years, MMSA’s proprietary technology has significantly increased operational and process performance in gold plants. A combination of shear, elevated pressure and high oxygen levels enables superior oxidation reactions. Features and benefits include: Higher processing recoveries and hard-wearing trouble-free service life. Standard equipment allows for easy retrofits, maintenance, performance monitoring, ongoing support and advice.

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