Turn-key water management solution allows for effective tailings dam management at the NSW gold mine.
A leading gold producer with a mine situated in New South Wales, Australia, encountered significant challenges in managing tailings dam water levels. Effective tailings dam management is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and environmental compliance in the mining industry. To address these challenges, our client partnered with Minetek to implement a reliable and efficient solution. By deploying a Water Evaporation System Packages with two powerful evaporators with a combined volume throughput of 90 m³/hour (400 GPM), Minetek provided a robust water management system tailored to the mine’s specific needs. This case study explores the implementation and impact of our evaporation technology at the gold mine, showcasing the enhancements in operational efficiency and environmental stewardship achieved through our collaboration.
Localisation - New South Wales, Australia
Industrie - Exploitation minière
Application – Gestion des digues à stériles
Product – Water Evaporation System Package
Volume throughput – 90 m3/hour (400 GPM)
Brief
Our client engaged Minetek to design and deploy a solution for effective tailings dam management at their gold mine located in New South Wales, Australia. The objective was to manage the water levels in the tailings dam efficiently, ensuring uninterrupted mining operations and compliance with environmental regulations.
Challenge
This mine had faced significant challenges in managing the water levels within its tailings dam. Accumulated water in the dam posed risks to operational efficiency and environmental compliance. Without an effective water management solution, the mine could experience operational delays, increased costs, and potential environmental breaches. Our client needed a robust and sustainable solution to handle the high volume of water in the tailings dam while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Solution
Minetek supplied Water Evaporation System Package with two water evaporators specifically designed for the tailings dam management needs of the mine. These systems, with a combined volume throughput of 90 m³/hour (400 GPM), effectively managed the water levels in the tailings dam, significantly reducing water accumulation. Our advanced evaporation technology provided a reliable and efficient solution, ensuring uninterrupted mining operations and compliance with environmental regulations. Minetek’s evaporation systems not only enhanced operational efficiency but also supported our client’s commitment to sustainable and responsible mining practices. The successful implementation at this site demonstrates Minetek’s capability in delivering tailored and effective water management solutions for challenging mining environments.