In-pit-crushing Conveying Systems In-pit-crushing conveying technology has been around for the past 35 years and is based on IPCs that have fixed or mobile locations. Fully mobile IPCC system (FMIPCC) is a system that is based on track mounted crushers or sizers. This method is suited to soft rock and often requires 30 MW of power per system.
Abstract Cost efficiency and high reliability of In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) system make it more appealing to be used in deeper open-pit mining activities. Determination of the optimum time and location (OT–OL) for applying the IPCC system were always a challenge. Application of mathematical programming approaches suffers from reduced computational efficiency due to a lot of
Shovels, haul trucks and conveyors are used in surface mines for material haulage of which trucks are have been most widely used. This paper presents a comprehensive comparison study in terms of the operating efficiency of trucks and conveyors as applied in surface mining operations. Three key time usage metrics are used to assess the efficiency of both haulage systems namely: Utilised Time
A significant cost in the operating budget of most mining operations arises from pur-chasing and maintaining haulage trucks. Recently, in-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) has been subject to research because of its potential to reduce haulage costs. The objective of this study is to identify early on in a project, by means of a decision-
In-pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) and Continuous Surface Miners (CSM) IPCC has the capacity to replace a large part of the truck fleet in a standard Shovel and Truck operation with low cost ore transport from the production pit to the Run of Mine (ROM) stockpile.
A significant cost in the operating budget of most mining operations arises from pur-chasing and maintaining haulage trucks. Recently, in-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) has been subject to research because of its potential to reduce haulage costs. The objective of this study is to identify early on in a project, by means of a decision-
A central element in this expansion is customers can now access the deepest range of In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) options in the mining industry through one provider. The range of market-leading excavators and IPCC solutions provide uniquely compact, flexible, and fully mobile/relocatable options, allowing customers to improve
year mine life at annual output of 24Mtpa and initiate an optimised pit shell design to refine the in-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) mine plan. Corporate Data room established to facilitate detailed project review by potential project participants. Howard Rae, formerly of Argyle Diamonds Ltd and Aquila Resources Ltd
Two material handling systems, a semimobile in-pit crusher and conveyor systems (IPCC) and traditional truck and shovel systems (TS), are compared through the cost analysis of an iron ore prefeasibility study and results indicated that IPCC is more cost effective than TS. ABSTRACT Selection of the optimal material handling system is one of the most significant decisions to be made in mineral
A significant cost in the operating budget of most mining operations arises from pur-chasing and maintaining haulage trucks. Recently, in-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) has been subject to research because of its potential to reduce haulage costs. The objective of this study is to identify early on in a project, by means of a decision-
In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) is a mode of material transportation that utilises conveyors and stackers in conjunction with fully mobile, semi-mobile or fixed in-pit crushers. Developed in Germany in the 1950s, IPCC systems have since been installed in over 200 mines world-wide (Koehler, 2003).
In-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) is an alternative transport system which requires a higher initial investment but gives substantial saving in operating cost. IPCC is the superior technology
In-pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) and Continuous Surface Miners (CSM) IPCC has the capacity to replace a large part of the truck fleet in a standard Shovel and Truck operation with low cost ore transport from the production pit to the Run of Mine (ROM) stockpile.
COSTS Table XXII RESERVES economic (reserves), marginally economic (marginal reserves), and some ofthose that Pit Crushing and Conveying system (IPCC).
In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) is a mode of material transportation that utilises conveyors and stackers in conjunction with fully mobile, semi-mobile or fixed in-pit crushers. Developed in Germany in the 1950s, IPCC systems have since been installed in over 200 mines world-wide (Koehler, 2003).
2.1 In Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) Option 2-1 2.1.1 Stage 1 2-4 2.1.2 Stage 2 2-5 2.2 Mine Layout Changes 2-8 2.3 Highway Alignment 2-9 2.4 Site Water Management 2-11 2.4.1 Water Balance Model 2-11 2.4.2 Surplus Groundwater Release 2-16 2.4.3 Gowrie Creek Diversion 2-17 2.5 Coal Conveyor 2-18 2.5.1 Conveyor Alignment 2-18 2.5.2 Conveyor
ABSTRACT In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) systems are receiving more attention today due to current characteristics of open-pit mining operations and what is expected to occur in the future. Today, it has become more necessary than ever to reduce the cost of truck haulage, which accounts for roughly half the operating costs of mining operation. Trucking costs can be significantly reduced
Shovels, haul trucks and conveyors are used in surface mines for material haulage of which trucks are have been most widely used. This paper presents a comprehensive comparison study in terms of the operating efficiency of trucks and conveyors as applied in surface mining operations. Three key time usage metrics are used to assess the efficiency of both haulage systems namely: Utilised Time
Recently, in-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) has been subject to research because of its potential to reduce haulage costs. The objective of this study is to identify early on in a project, by means of a decision-making method, whether or not the semi-mobile IPCC (SMIPCC) is an appropriate alternative to the conventional truck haulage method
In this study, a bucket wheel excavator (BWE) and an in-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) system were evaluated. The geotechnical analysis showed that free-digging with a BWE was not guaranteed, therefore the study focused on a fully mobile IPCC at a 5 Mtpa production rate.
A major component of the mine optimisation work has been the detailed assessment of In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC), embedding the most efficient method of material movement (waste rock, ore and tailings) over the life of the operation. As a result, a highly competitive industry operating cost profile has
A central element in this expansion is customers can now access the deepest range of In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) options in the mining industry through one provider. The range of market-leading excavators and IPCC solutions provide uniquely compact, flexible, and fully mobile/relocatable options, allowing customers to improve
Abstract Cost efficiency and high reliability of In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) system make it more appealing to be used in deeper open-pit mining activities. Determination of the optimum time and location (OT–OL) for applying the IPCC system were always a challenge. Application of mathematical programming approaches suffers from reduced computational efficiency due to a lot of
Mobile In-Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) system using discrete-event simulation”, Proceedings of 6th UMaT Biennial International Mining and Mineral Conference, Tarkwa, Accra, Ghana, pp. 21-32. Abstract Semi-Mobile In-Pit Crushing and Conveying system is becoming more commonly used in open pit operations worldwide.
In-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) is an alternative transport system which requires a higher initial investment but gives substantial saving in operating cost. IPCC is the superior technology
Two material handling systems, a semimobile in-pit crusher and conveyor systems (IPCC) and traditional truck and shovel systems (TS), are compared through the cost analysis of an iron ore prefeasibility study and results indicated that IPCC is more cost effective than TS. ABSTRACT Selection of the optimal material handling system is one of the most significant decisions to be made in mineral
Trucking versus conveying cost IPCC vs Trucking 0.225 0.250 0.275 0.300 0.325 0.350 $/t Hauling/Conveying Cost IPCC Cost Trucking 2000m Trucking 2500m Trucking 1500m 1500m Horiz Haul 2500m 2000m 1. This graph shows when IPCC starts to produce lower operating costs versus truck haulage with horizontal haul distance ex-pit. 2.
As mines become progressively deeper, mining operations face increased costs and challenges in more complex scenarios. For this reason, the mining industry is considering alternative mining systems to the tradtional truck and shovel haulage. Aspeacts such as energy costsl equipment and labour scarcity; and carbon footprint encourage the utilisation of In-Pit Crusher Conveyor (IPCC) systems
FORMAL CITATION:Turnbull, D and Cooper, A, 2010. In-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC)
In-pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) systems have been around for over 50 years. But due to recent economic circumstances, mining companies have become increasingly interested in the technology. IPCC systems are a viable alternative to traditional truck and shovel mining due to their sustainable operation and potentially lower operating costs.
2.1 In Pit Crushing and Conveying (IPCC) Option 2-1 2.1.1 Stage 1 2-4 2.1.2 Stage 2 2-5 2.2 Mine Layout Changes 2-8 2.3 Highway Alignment 2-9 2.4 Site Water Management 2-11 2.4.1 Water Balance Model 2-11 2.4.2 Surplus Groundwater Release 2-16 2.4.3 Gowrie Creek Diversion 2-17 2.5 Coal Conveyor 2-18 2.5.1 Conveyor Alignment 2-18 2.5.2 Conveyor