Water is used extensively in mining operations for extraction, slurry storage and transport, dust suppression, and mineral processing. This article discusses using the latest technologies to manage water consumption in mining operations.
Mining relies on water. And while mining has a relatively smaller consumption footprint, it's still often wasteful. Although mines consume between 2 and 5 percent of South Africa's available water, that's substantially less than agriculture (61%), domestic/municipal use (27%) and industry (7%), based on research by the CSIR. In an eBook published by Australia's Commonwealth
The mining industry utilizes various specialized components for different purposes. For the purpose of water recycling, thickeners play an essential role in the mining industry. Apart from their efficiency, the cost-effectiveness of the process and this component makes it a viable option.
MINETEK welcomes expert panellists for a webinar discussion about the effects of natural disasters and the role they play in mine water management strategies.