Mining measurements are used to evaluate the quantity, quality, and other characteristics of a mine, and can help with safety, efficiency, and profitability:
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Mining surveys
Measure existing or planned mine workings to help identify hazards and improve safety, efficiency, and profitability
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Measured Mineral Resource
A part of a Mineral Resource where the quantity, grade, quality, densities, shape, and physical characteristics are well established
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Riegl Long Range Laser Scanning
An industry standard for mining measurements that allows for continuous or periodic measurements
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Cut/fill maps
Monitor stockpiles to ensure the correct grade blends are going through the mill or crusher
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Volume Compare feature
Compares the blasted volume against the plan to ensure the right amount of material was extracted
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Assay and grade
Usually stated as a proportion by mass, such as 12g t–1 Au, which means that 12 g of pure gold are likely to be found in 1 t of country rock
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Coal quality parameters
Such as calorific value, humidity levels, volatile substances, ash rate, carbon content, sulfur content, size of coal, and rate of erosion