Airborne contaminants can be inhaled as particles suspended in the air. Many dusts associated with mining and construction contain substances that have little health effect when reasonably well controlled. Other dust particles can contain hazardous materials and can have life changing effects. One of the most common dusts encountered on mine sites is crystalline silica, […]

For those in the mining game, especially in remote locations where the weather is extreme, having your air-conditioning fail is a major issue. It stops work, affects safety and creates all sorts of headaches costing mining millions in down time, productivity and idle resources. Yet it can be prevented by minor yet essential maintenance. An […]