In-pit crusher location - a dynamic problem

摘要

In-pit crushing/sizing-conveying systems will always attract serious considerations amongst researches worldwide as pits become deeper and strip ratios increase and cost pressure on operations means that alternatives that incur lower operating costs become more attractive. Factors such as fuel prices, skilled labour shortages, truck costs, vehicle incidents, and greenhouse gas emissions force mining companies to change their transportation systems. Apart from choosing a suitable type of crushing/sizing and conveying system, the location of the system should also be optimized to reduce operating and capital costs.