Environmental Characterization of Surface Paste Disposal

ISBN-13: 9783659366970 / Angielski / Miękka / 2015 / 184 str.

Erol Yilmaz

Opis

Surface paste disposal (SPD) has been proposed in the mining industry as an attractive option to conventional tailings and mine waste management methods, since it allows for a smaller tailings impoundment area, increased water management capabilities and less environmental impact. SPD consists in the deposition of mine tailings at a higher percent solid (typically 70%) in relatively thin layers that are allowed to drain and dry before the next layer is put in place. The term "paste" typically signifies that tailings will not result in segregation of fine and coarse particles during transport and will exhibit minimal bleeding after the final placement of paste tailings. This book investigates a field study through large-scale experimental cells to assess SPD application for tailings subjected to actual climatic conditions. The results obtained will bring a new light to waste management planners and mine operators. Most modern mines worldwide will shift their current tailings management systems to innovative paste technology. It is strongly believed that this book will be of noteworthy value to those involved in mining operations, students, researchers, academics and consultants.

O autorze

Dr. Yilmaz is a Mining Engineer concentrating on sulphidic tailings and paste backfill issues. He has more than 15 years of rich experience of industry, academia and research. He published a variety of conference and journal papers. His expertise lies in tailings management related issues for underground mine backfill and surface tailings disposal.