Mining Industry to Address Current Challenges with Technology

Taking place in South Africa on 18-19 September 2013, the 4th Annual Global Mining Technology Forum will bring industry specialists and technology providers to derive solutions to optimize productivity, increase efficiency and capacity in mines.

Reuters recently reported that platinum mines in South Africa, till date remain unautomated, where drilling and blasting activities are still being undertaken by men. Mechanization is the solution, however weak prices and difficult conditions are impediments to the process. The article entitled Automation at Platinum Mines Fails stated that mining companies have recognised the need for change, and are evaluating new ways to mechanize, increase efficiency, productivity and control costs. AngloGold Ashanti is testing a new method of underground gold mining which can significantly increase South Africa’s gold output, and is also safer for workers.

The latest innovations and technology for the mining industry will be the focal point of discussion amongst industry experts participating at the 4th Annual Global Mining Technology Forum taking place on 18-19 September 2013 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The two day conference + exhibition will bring to the fore many key concern areas that can be improved by the application of technology. Through 4 streams dedicated to automation and communication, health and safety, environment and sustainability and productivity, the forum will host over 40 sessions inclusive of panel discussions and case studies.

Automation v/s employment, mining innovation for environmental benefits, future of automation in surface mining, communication systems within mines, innovative technology for sustainable mining will be some of the key topics addressed. The forum will also feature sessions by solution providers catering to the mining segment.Speakers at the forum include experts from Barrick Gold, BHP Billiton, SASOL Mining, Teck Resources, Tata Steel, Lonmin Platinum, Ambatovy, Arcelor Mittal, De Beers, Exxaro Resources, Dundee Precious Metals, Polymetal, Kinross Mining etc.

Attendees will have a chance to learn how to invest in emerging technologies and balance it with profitability. They will also formulate strategies to implement technology to increase efficiency, capacity and productivity, and derive optimum solutions to the current problems faced in the industry. The 4th Annual Global Mining Technology Forum supported by ACIS, IOM3 and ABMEC is organised by Fleming Gulf Conferences. Exxaro Resources and Blank Canvas Ltd are Mining Partners of the forum, Cavotec and Bartec are exhibitors and Tenova TAKRAF is logo sponsor.

For more information about the 4th Annual Global Mining Technology Forum or to be involved as exhibitor, sponsor or delegate, visit www.fleminggulf.com/4gmtf or email sonika.mendjoge@fleminggulf.com

About Fleming Gulf Conferences:

Founded in 2005, Fleming Gulf is young, dynamic and has fast become one of the leading providers of business intelligence through industry specific conferences, webinars and skills enhancement training courses. Our goal is to link professionals and provide them with commercial acumen, business investment contacts and a world of opportunities. Our reach is global-spanning serving organisations in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and as far as Latin America.

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Author: Sonika Mendjoge from Fleming Gulf. Originally distributed by MyPR.co.za.