Geotechnical & Mine Seismicity
Geotechnical hazards pose one of the most significant risks to underground hard-rock mining operations.
At BESTECH, we leverage innovative tools and analysis techniques to propel mines to the forefront of digitization and geotechnical data collection.
Working directly with mine site personnel, we dive deep into the data to develop and implement comprehensive geotechnical and seismic risk management plans. Our technical experts deliver customized training programs and services to address the unique challenges of deep and high-stress mining.
Qualifications
Field Visits, Data Collection, and Processing
- Geotechnical drilling/ logging
- Field and geotechnical data collection
- RQD data assessment and analysis
Geology and Structure
- Major geological unit
- Major structural domain (dike, fault, etc.)
Stress Management
- Far-field stresses, measurements and estimations
- Stress loading and numerical modelling
- Stress management
- Mining sequence analysis and optimization
Stope Stability
- Stope wall stability
- Stope size
- Dilution assessments
Instrumentation
- MPBX, extensometer, slough meter, etc.
- Lidar scanning
Ground Control
- Static and dynamic ground support design
- Ground support product QA/ QC
- Installation support evaluation (inspection and rehab)
Backfill
- Backfill design
- Design through backfill
- Ground support through backfill
- Backfill QA/ QC
Mine Seismicity
- Seismic system design and auditing
- Seismic data QA/ QC
- Retrospective analysis
- Re-entry protocol development and review
- Detailed numerical model calibration and auditing
- Reporting
Seismic Hazard Mapping
- Seismic Excavation Hazard Maps (SEHM)
- Seismic Response Hazard Maps (SRHM)
- mXrap grid-based and hazard assessment apps
Training and Awareness
- Training for engineers, technologists, and underground personnel
- Active ground awareness
- Mine seismicity and data analysis
- mXrap use and customization (basic to advanced)
Projects
2024-06-28 18:33:24
Annual Hoisting Plant Inspection Program
2024-06-28 18:06:30
Annual Headframe Inspection
2024-06-26 18:36:36
Haulage Simulation
2024-06-26 18:00:47
Time Study
2023-06-28 18:42:11
Underground Mine Water Management Study
2023-06-28 18:27:02
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of Hoist Components
2023-06-28 16:58:24
Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Study
2023-06-28 16:50:15
Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Mine Fleet Analysis
2023-06-27 20:14:42
Black Mass Pilot Project
2023-06-27 19:54:41
Hoist Replacement
2023-06-26 18:49:40
Crystallizer Building
2023-06-26 18:42:48
Refinery Restart
2023-06-26 18:32:48
Underground Main Zone Expansion
2023-06-26 18:24:54
Concentrate Receiving Facility (CRF) Baghouse Replacement
2023-06-26 18:21:16
Ventilation Support Detailed Engineering
2023-06-26 18:16:15
Ore-Handling Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Upgrade
2023-06-26 18:10:22
Engineering Services Contract
2023-06-26 17:49:06
Mine Shaft Alimak 2.0
2022-06-27 20:01:58
Pole Line Upgrade
2022-06-26 20:04:36
Seismic Re-Entry Review & Development
2022-06-26 19:58:39
Paste Plant Engineering
2022-06-26 19:34:21
2220L Dewatering Pumps Upgrade
2022-06-26 19:28:57
Product Conveyor Ventilation Study
2021-06-28 18:18:09
Generating Station Upgrade
2021-06-28 17:51:08
Mining & Ore Body Capacity Study
2021-06-28 16:37:36
Underground Mining Operations Electrification & Energy Balance Studies
2021-06-27 17:56:24
Cage Hoist Replacement Front-End Engineering Design (FEL 3)
2020-06-28 17:44:17
Engineered Lifting Plans
2020-06-28 17:38:55
Tower & Mill Preliminary Economic Assessment
2020-06-28 17:16:34
Dust Capture Front-End Engineering & Design (FEL 3)
2020-06-27 19:45:36
Technology Roadmap
2020-06-26 17:55:12
Arc Flash Study
2019-03-07 19:59:42
Power System Studies
2018-06-27 19:33:06
Mine Pre-Feasibility Study
2018-06-27 17:49:04
115kV to 25kV Substation Detailed Engineering & Substation
2017-03-07 20:35:43
SO2 Clean Production Facility EPCM Design & Build
2017-03-07 19:55:55
Substation Replacement Study & Front End Engineering Design (FEL 3)
2017-03-07 17:16:28
Business Intelligence Program
2016-06-27 17:11:54
115 kV & 27.6 kV Power Distribution Detailed Design
2016-03-07 17:08:37
Power Infrastructure Project
2016-03-07 17:05:50
Stench Gas System Design
2016-03-07 16:31:04
Surface Fans Detailed Engineering
2015-03-07 20:33:29
Underground Process Water Improvements Study & Design
2015-03-07 17:20:08
Dewatering System Design Detailed Engineering
2015-03-07 17:18:32
Business Objects Reporting
2015-03-07 17:14:47
OSB Plant to Wood Pelletizer Conversion
2015-03-07 17:13:52
Ventilation Engineering Studies
2014-03-07 20:30:52
Network Technical Engineering Support
2014-03-07 19:58:29
Substation Replacement Feasibility Study (FEL1) to Front-End Engineering & Design (FEL 3)
2014-03-07 17:21:32
Pellet Decomposer Controls
2013-03-07 17:12:23
Automation Support Project
2013-03-07 17:11:25
Dump Valve Automation
2013-03-07 16:28:18
Pipe Slinging Device Design
2012-03-07 17:07:35
Personal Connection Network Security Reparations
2012-03-07 16:26:16
High-Availability Network Topology Project
2011-03-07 16:27:23
Wireless Upgrade Security Enhancements
2010-03-07 16:10:05
Smelter Compressed Air Upgrades
2010-03-07 16:09:08
Underground Wireless
2010-03-07 16:07:27
Energy Efficiency Projects Preliminary Detailed Engineering
2009-03-07 16:04:38
Custom Feed Calciner Plant
2009-03-07 16:03:25
Ventilation Control System (VCS) Integration
2008-03-07 15:59:36
Surface Intake Fan Installation
2007-03-07 16:01:17
Smelter Process Water Upgrades
2007-03-07 15:57:29
Converter Controls & Remote Operations
2007-03-07 15:55:09
Smelter Roaster Upgrades
2005-03-07 15:51:02
Custom Feed Calciner Plant Construction & Operational Support
2004-03-07 15:44:33
7.5 MW Cooling Plant Design & Installation
2002-02-26 19:56:23
Detailed Engineering Automation
OUR SME
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Laura Brown
Specialist Engineer (Mining and Seismicity)