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
2023-03-07 20:35:43
SO2 Clean Production Facility EPCM Design and Build
2023-03-07 20:33:29
Totten Mine, Underground Process Water Improvements Study and Design
2023-03-07 20:30:52
Totten Mine Network Technical Engineering Support
2023-03-07 19:59:42
Power System Studies
2023-03-07 19:58:29
Copper Cliff No.6 and No.8 Substation Replacement, FEL 1, 2, and 3 Studies
2023-03-07 19:55:55
Copper Cliff No.4 Substation Replacement FEL 3 Study and Detailed Engineering
2023-03-07 17:21:32
CCNR, Pellet Decomposer Controls
2023-03-07 17:20:08
Lac Des Iles Mine, Dewatering System Design Detailed Engineering
2023-03-07 17:18:32
Business Objective Reporting
2023-03-07 17:16:28
Business Intelligence Program
2023-03-07 17:14:47
OSB Plant to Wood Pelletizer Conversion
2023-03-07 17:13:52
Young Davidson, Ventilation Engineering Studies
2023-03-07 17:12:23
Overflow Automation Support Projects
2023-03-07 17:11:25
Clarabelle Mill, PO Dump Automation
2023-03-07 17:08:37
Victoria Mine, Power
2023-03-07 17:07:35
General Offices, PCN Security Reparations
2023-03-07 17:05:50
Coleman Mine, Stench Gas System Detailed Design
2023-03-07 16:31:04
Fraser Mine, Surface Fans Detailed Engineering
2023-03-07 16:28:18
Pipe Slinging Device
2023-03-07 16:27:23
Wireless Upgrade Security Enhancements
2023-03-07 16:26:16
Nickel Rim, Core Switch Upgrade
2023-03-07 16:22:00
Puncher Motion Controls Update
2023-03-07 16:10:05
Smelter Compressed Air Upgrades
2023-03-07 16:09:08
Totten Mine, Underground Wireless
2023-03-07 16:07:27
Energy Efficiency Projects Preliminary Detailed Engineering
2023-03-07 16:06:02
Smelter H2S Scrubber Project
2023-03-07 16:04:38
Custom Feed Calciner Plant
2023-03-07 16:03:25
Coleman Mine, VCS Integration
2023-03-07 16:01:17
Smelter Process Water Upgrades
2023-03-07 15:59:36
Nickel Rim South, Surface Intake Fan Installation
2023-03-07 15:57:29
Converter Controls Remote Operations
2023-03-07 15:55:09
Smelter Roasters No.2, No.3, & No.4 Upgrades
2023-03-07 15:51:02
Custom Feed Calciner Plant
2023-03-07 15:44:33
Kidd Mine Cooling Plant
2023-02-26 20:01:02
Motion Controls Update
2023-02-26 19:56:23
Detailed Engineering Automation
OUR SME
Laura Brown
Specialist Engineer (Mining and Seismicity)