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MINE PLANNING AND
MINERAL EVALUATION
Golder Associates is a global company providing a comprehensive suite of integrated mining services, from
concept study to mine closure. Golder has extensive practical experience in all aspects of design, planning
and operation of open pit, underground and strip mines, enabling clients to realise the maximum value
from mining projects. With 160 offices, our clients have access to pragmatic mine planning and mineral
evaluation solutions, no matter where their mining project is located throughout the world.
EXPLORATION
Golder assists in establishing and
managing exploration programs to
ensure appropriate data is efficiently
obtained and evaluated.
These services include:
QQ Drill program design and
management
QQ Quality control and quality assurance
QQ Sampling studies
QQ Data capture and database
management
QQ Integrated data presentation
QQ Geographical Information System
(GIS) using regional and local data
GEOLOGICAL INTERPRETATION
AND MODELLING
STATISTICAL AND
GEOSTATISTICAL ANALYSIS
Golder uses geological interpretations
to develop robust geological and
geometallurgical models that
characterise the many attributes of
the deposit including, grade, density,
material types and geotechnical features.
Golder evaluates the accuracy,
precision and representativity of
quantitative data inputs for sound
resource estimation.
These services include:
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Data compilation and validation
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Downhole geophysics
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Validation of logging and mapping
QQ
2D (stratigraphic) and 3D (block)
geological modelling considering
mineralogy, geochemistry and structures
These services include:
QQ Exploratory data and
variogram analysis
QQ Cross validation
QQ Geostatistical estimations using both
linear and non-linear techniques
QQ Resource classification
QQ Conditional simulations
QQ Reconciliation of predictions,
including against actual performance
QQ Risk assessment
QQ Feed variability characterisation
QQ Drill hole density assessment
and optimisation
MINE PLANNING AND
MINERAL EVALUATION
Mine planning and mineral evaluation
is the process of using various types of
information, including geological, geotechnical,
metallurgical, and other data to develop mine
designs, production schedules, equipment lists,
manpower numbers and cost estimates to enable
the technical and financial feasibility of a project
to be determined.
MINING ENGINEERING
Golder has extensive experience in
the evaluation, design, development
and management of both open pit
and underground mines. Leading
industry software is used for mine
design, open pit optimisation,
production scheduling, cost
estimation and cut-off grade
optimisation.
These services include:
QQ Pit and underground mine
optimisation
QQ Mining method selection
QQ Mine design
QQ Mine waste planning and design
QQ Blasting design
QQ Production scheduling
QQ Equipment selection and scheduling
QQ Manpower estimation
QQ Capital and operating cost
estimation
QQ Financial modelling
QQ Strategic (Life of Mine) reviews
QQ Operational mine management
reviews
QQ Training
RESOURCES AND RESERVES
Golder develops realistic approaches
to resource and reserve estimation
that add value and form the basis for
mining operations with attainable
production targets. Golder is retained
by mining clients because of our
record of determining and developing
innovative approaches to resource and
reserve definition.
These services include:
QQ Mineral Resource and Mineral
(Ore) Reserve estimation, validation,
review and audit
QQ Preliminary assessment (concept/
scoping), preliminary feasibility and
feasibility studies
GRADE CONTROL (ORE CONTROL)
Golder’s customisable grade control
system assists mining geologists to
produce ore blocks optimised to meet
targets and maximise profit. Golder’s
Ore Block Optimisation (OBO) software
helps ensure ore blocks are optimal,
repeatable, consistent and available in
a timely manner.
These services include:
QQ Ore block design
QQ Ore block optimisation
QQ Conditional simulation
QQ Production reconciliation
QQ Training
TECHNICAL AUDITING AND
COMPLIANCE
Golder provides reviews and audits
to confirm that Mineral (Ore) Reserves
meet appropriate reporting codes
and international best practice.
Golder prepares technical documents
as part of the listing or reporting
requirements of stock exchanges
and lenders in all jurisdictions.
Competent (Qualified) Person
statements
QQ Audits and reviews for due
diligence and governance.
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MINE FEASIBILITY STUDIES
Golder routinely performs mine
planning and mineral evaluation
that encompass all aspects of the
investigation, design, economic
analysis and resulting investment
decision-making of potential mining
projects for all sectors of the mining
industry worldwide.
Mine planning and mineral evaluation
work is often integrated with Golder’s
other consulting, design and
construction services in the areas of:
QQ Tailings and waste management,
including heap design and
construction
QQ Rock mechanics and mine
geotechnical engineering
QQ Environmental services
QQ Hydrology and hydrogeology
QQ Mine infrastructure
QQ Mine energy optimisation
and carbon management
QQ Sustainability and corporate
social responsibility
QQ Mine safety and industrial hygiene
These services include:
QQ Compliance with all
international codes
QQ Technical reports and prospectuses
ENGINEERING EARTH’S DEVELOPMENT, PRESERVING EARTH’S INTEGRITY.
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