Controlled Blasting for Grasberg Slope Optimization
(Room Capitol Ballroom 1-4; Fourth Floor)
28 Jan 20
1:30 PM
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2:00 PM
Tracks:
Session 10 - Explosives Manufacturing and Formulations
Mine implemented a quality driven Slope Optimization program for final pushback, with the goal to safely increase recoverable metals through steeper slopes, while utilizing existing infrastructure and equipment. Although many groups contributed to the success of Slope Optimization, this paper emphasizes controlled blasting initiatives, monitoring, and as-built slope measurement tracking.