10 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the protective canopy in the Alimak raise development system?
To shield the personnel from blasting damage
In the Alimak raise development system, what is the sequence of the production steps?
Drill, charge, blast, ventilate, scale
What is the purpose of the monorail in the Alimak raise development system?
To remove the broken ore from the excavation
What is an adit used for in underground hard rock mining?
To access orebodies located near or above the access floor
What is the purpose of the drive-toothed section on the monorail in the Alimak raise development system?
To drive the monorail into the excavation
What is the primary purpose of the Alimak climber in the Alimak raise development system?
To protect the personnel during blasting
What is the purpose of the air/water blast in the Alimak raise development system?
To dislodge loose rock from the freshly blasted face
In the Alimak raise development system, what is the purpose of the charging-up step?
To charge the holes with explosives
What is the advantage of the Alimak system in terms of post-blast ventilation?
It provides a powerful and efficient ventilation process
What is the typical location of an adit in underground hard rock mining?
Near or above the access floor
Learn about the process of operating a raise boring machine, including the reaming process and removal of cuttings. Understand the capital costs and return on investment for this machine. Test your knowledge on the operation and benefits of raise boring machines.
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