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Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro

Snowden Optiro
Mining
Geology
Geostatistics
Gold
Technical Due Diligence
Conditional Simulation
Tungsten
Open Pit Mine Planning Process
Tin
Mining Methods
Mining Geology
Electrification
Mining Operations
Carbon Footprint
Top Cutting
Copper
Resource Modeling
Mine Planning Horizons
Ore Control
Mineral Resource Estimation

News and information from the world of geology and mining, Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro provides a new perspective on the mining industry and seeks to educate on best practice. Snowden Optiro is a resources consulting and advisory group that provides independent advice, consulting and training to mining and exploration companies, their advisors and investors. We help mine developers to advance... more

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What does it really mean to sign off on a mineral reserve?

In this episode of Fresh Thinking, Tarrant Elkington (General Manager, Snowden Optiro) is joined by Allan Earl (Executive Consultant Mining) to discuss the real responsibility behind reserv... more

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In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Jamie Oppelaar (Senior Consultant) and Tarrant Elkington (General Manager) discuss a growing challenge in mining: resource models are getting bigger and bigger.

More blocks, more attributes, more... more

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In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, our General Manager Dr Tarrant Elkington speaks with Senior Consultant Dr Gregory (Greg) Zhang about a common question in the mining industry: what is the real industry standard in mineral resource... more

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In this episode of Fresh Thinking, Susan Havlin (Managing Consultant APAC) speaks with Dr Gregory Zhang (Senior Consultant APAC) about using Excel as a transparent learning environment for geostatistics.

Rather than relying on black-box software, t... more

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Recent Guests

Tarrant Elkington
Mining Engineer
Mining Engineer (planning teams)
Episode: Ep 151: When Bigger Isn't Better: Rethinking Resource Model Size
Gregory Zhang
Guest expert on geostatistics and Excel-based learning workflows
Snowden Optiro
Episode: Ep 149: Building Resource Estimation Logic in Excel
Greg Zhang
Geologist and Data Scientist
Episode: Ep 144: When Resource Models Get It Wrong: Can CNNs Help? Part 1
Joe Dos Santos
Founder of Dos Santos International, expert in material handling systems
Dos Santos International
Episode: Ep 140: Sandwich Conveyors Explained: high-angle haulage up to 90 degrees
Markus Dammers
Director for IPCC and Crashing & Conveying for Metso globally.
Metso
Episode: Ep 139: IPCC or Strategic Conveying – what are we really talking about?
Scott Carpenter
Director of Technology for Datamine Software globally with over 30 years' experience in IT and innovation.
Datamine Software
Episode: Ep 127: AI in Mining: Hype, Reality, and What's Next
Matheus Faria
Director of Technical Services for KPI Mining
KPI Mining
Episode: Ep 124: Stochastic Mine Planning - Evolving approaches to manage uncertainty
Mark Murphy
Manager of Geological Services at IGO and experienced geologist with extensive work in operations and consulting in the mining industry.
IGO
Episode: Ep:123. Why Sampling Can Make or Break a Mine - Part 1 of 3
Pedro Ladiera
Senior Consultant at Snowden Optiro with over 15 years of experience in mine planning.
Snowden Optiro
Episode: Ep 120: How Final is Your Final Pit?

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Greg
Senior Consulting Geologist and host known for his expertise in resource estimation and mining processes, engaging with industry professionals to share insights into best practices.

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Ep 141: Mineable Shape Optimisation (MSO) - where geology, cost, and design intersect
Q: Can you provide a mini workflow for the MSO?
The workflow begins with understanding the block model and economic assessments, ensuring all assumptions and constraints are in place for effective use of MSO.
Ep 141: Mineable Shape Optimisation (MSO) - where geology, cost, and design intersect
Q: What common pitfalls should we care about when using the MSO tool?
Common pitfalls include not comparing MSO output to actual results and expecting every ore body to behave the same way, overlooking the unique parameters required for each case.
Ep 141: Mineable Shape Optimisation (MSO) - where geology, cost, and design intersect
Q: What are the inputs from us, the geologists, for you guys to do this MSO?
Inputs include a block model that contains material types, grade values, and geological complexities, which are essential for assessing whether to mine.
Ep 141: Mineable Shape Optimisation (MSO) - where geology, cost, and design intersect
Q: What is MSO and why do we need to do that?
MSO, or Mineable Shape Optimization, is used predominantly for underground mining to create mineable shapes and assess the economic value of those shapes.
Ep 137: From Tea Bags to Ore Bodies: Ian Glacken's Mentoring Journey
Q: Is there any advice you'd provide to aspiring resource geologists?
Aspiring geologists should focus on geology, statistical knowledge, programming, and communication skills.

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A focus on contemporary practices and innovations within the mining and geology sectors is prevalent throughout the episodes. Discussions frequently revolve around essential topics such as resource estimation, cost management, automation, and the integration of advanced technologies like machine learning and AI in mining operations. The insights shared by industry professionals bring attention to the challenges and opportunities faced in mining, including sustainability, electrification, and the importance of collaboration between geologists and engineers. Unique elements such as practical advice for embracing new technologies and addressing traditional misconceptions enhance the educational value of the content, making it valuable for prof... more

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