1Challenge
Management at a large open-pit mine had efficiency initiatives but was not seeing fast enough results.
2Approach
- Two-week feasibility study of major processes
- New game plan with priority areas
- Detailed rapid implementation plan
3Results
23.5%
Lower mine cost per tonne
22%
More tons mined
7.1%
Concentrate grade improvement
From a two-week study to double-digit gains.
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