Features
In-depth features exploring critical mining topics—from sustainability and community impact to evolving strategies in the industry.
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Determining drinking water safety is essential
Access to safe drinking water is a privilege not shared by many in Africa. Often, drinking water is contaminated –…
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Virtual reality-based training simulation
The Boiler Room understands that mining companies have embraced virtual reality technology and simulations as a transformative technology that enhances…
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Scalable satellite data service for mine tailings dam monitoring
The team at GeoTerraImage (GTI) recommend the use of scalable satellite data services for tracking activities at to assist in…
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Transforming South Africa’s mining industry through specialist training providers
By Jacques Farmer, Managing Director at PRISMA Training Solutions As mining operations transition to modern methods, it is crucial to…
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Why young South Africans should study a trade
Learning a trade can open many doors for young people and deserves to be higher on the “what do I…
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Safety management for sustainable behavioural change
By Sian Thurtell, Chief Operating Officer at KBC Health & Safety In South African mining operations, prioritising safe production is…
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Televiewers for borehole logging in mineral exploration
MARCUS CHATFIELD, from Wireline Workshop, illustrates the incredible transformation that acoustic and optical televiewers have brought to borehole wall imaging…
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WearCheck boosts transformer efficiency, longevity
Transformers are critical components of mining projects, providing a reliable and stable power supply to operate equipment and machinery. However,…
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Airborne Electromagnetic Geophysical Surveys
Due to prevailing conditions in the world economy, clients have become circumspect when planning the implementation of their respective mineral…
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Smart Satellite Services for the mining life cycle (Life of Mine)
Q-KON Africa’s Twoobii, mining-specific Smart Satellite Connectivity Service, has proved to be an effective alternative communications medium in conditions where microwave and…
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