9-2013

CONTENTS

GEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS

УДК 553.411.071

Khlebunov S.V.

GEOLOGICAL CONTROL OF THE QUALITY ANALYTICAL INVESTIGATIONS IN THE LIGHT OF MODERN REQUIREMENTS

Gives insight into geological control of the quality analytical investigations on the mining plant and data processing. The article talks about russian and international approach to the organization of geological control of the quality analytical investigations. This article contains information about principles of geological control of the quality analytical investigations.

Key words: sample, geological control, reference material, sample analysis.

TECHNICAL-TECHNOLOGIC INVESTIGATIONS

УДК 553.3.072

Gorbachev D.M., Afanasev L.E.

NEW FILTER TECHNOLOGY: CERAMIC «ENRICHES»

Gives a grasp of the new technology with analyzing the main ideas implemented into the process of filtration using ceramic plates. Draws a line between existing filtration systems that are currently used by Russian mining companies and the new equipment is becoming more popular for its durability, productivity and easy-use application. An important stress is made on environmental issues created by existing technology due to soil contamination and water pollution. Gives examples of mining companies which successfully integrated the ceramic filtration systems in ore dressing on their production facilities.

Key word: filtration, ceramic plate, technology.

УДК 550.85

Romanchuk A.I., Zharkov V.V., Bogomolov V.A.

SAMPLING AND SAMPLE PREPARATION WHEN RESEARCH ON GOLD ORES RADIOMETRIC SEPARATION

The issues of the gold ores sampling and preparation of a sample for analysis when lumped photometric separation trial run are considered. It is proposed a process and instrumental schemes for crushing and splitting of large-volume samples which provide keeping of representativity in all stages of sample treatment.

Key words: gold, lumped radiometric separation, photometric separation, large-volume sample, concentrate, tailings, preparation of a sample for analysis, determination of content.

УДК 622.243.2

Matveev A.V., Neskoromnykh V.V.

DRILLING OF ENGINEERING AND GEOLOGICAL WELLS OF BIG DIAMETER IN THE CONDITIONS OF PERMAFROST

Features of technology and the main results of a driving of engineering and geological wells of big diameter (150 – 400 mm) in permafrost rocks around Norilsk ore knot with use of pneumoshock zaboyny cars and gazozhidkostny mixes are stated. Results of researches of greasing properties of gazozhidkostny mixes are given in article in vitro and recommendations about technology of drilling are made by pneumodrummers.

Key words: drilling, well, pneumodrummer, gazozhidkostny mix.

УДК 504.55.054:662(470.6)

Golik V.I., Lyashenko V.I.

MINERAL RESOURCES OF THE SOUTH OF RUSSIA AND THEIR DEVELOPMENT

The characteristic of natural and raw potential of the South of Russia is given. Data from history of development of mineral raw materials are given. Regularities and operational phases of fields are systematized. Prospects of technological conversion of the mining enterprises on resource-saving technologies are described. Need of use of administrative decisions not only technological regional, but also political federal level is proved.

Key words: mineral resources, North Caucasus, oil, gas, coal, metals, fields, stocks, conversion of technologies.

SAMPLES PREPARATION

УДК 553.411

Styuf V.I.

SAMPLE PREPARATION AND SAMPLE SPLITTING EQUIPMENT IN GEOLOGICAL EXPLORATION FOR PRECIOUS AND BASE METALS

Contains review of equipment which is produced by Rocklabs ltd. Rocklabs is dedicated to sample preparation equipment for the minerals and metal industry. The advantages of using process modules over standard crushes and mills have been examined. Analysis of functional capabilities of equipment makes it possible to choose equipment which can solve different problems which deals with sample preparation in time of exploration and mining operations. The article contains information about automated systems and mobile container laboratories.

Key words: gold-mining enterprise, sample preparation, crush, mill.

УДК 550.853;550.855;550.856

Kondratev N.V.

PROCESSING OF ORE SAMPLES WITH THE OUTLET OF A COARSE GOLD BY DRY SCREEN

The problems encountered in the preparation of the analysis of ore samples containing a coarse gold (large-sized gold) was discussed. Articulated the reasons leading to unreliable results of the analysis in the processing of these samples under the standard scheme: fragmentation – size reduction – attrition – sub-sampling. Proposed a method of sample preparation using sieving of the inintial sample material at the stage of reduction of the initial sample and its sub-sampling for analysis. Using analysis of variance the accuracy of the proposed scheme of sample preparation was assessed.

Key words: preparation of ore samples, free coarse gold (free large-sized gold), accuracy of the analytical results, sieving of the sample.

ANALYTICAL INVESTIGATIONS

УДК 543.07

Melnik M.I.

ANALYTICAL SOLUTIONS FROM AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES FOR GEOCHEMICAL RESEARCH, EXTRACTION AND ENRICHMENT OF ORE MATERIALS

Agilent equipment for elemental analysis is reviewed: atomic-absorption spectrometers, atomic-emission spectrometers with microwave plasma, optical-emission spectrometry with inductively coupled plasma, mass spectrometers with inductively coupled plasma. The article describes capabilities of equipment, and provides examples of practical use of instruments for the analysis of geological samples or samples of mineral raw materials.

Key words: atomic absorption, atomic emission spectrometry, inductively coupled plasma, elemental analysis, analysis of geological samples, geological samples.

УДК 543.062;546.59/92/98:546.08

Vaganov I.N.

MODERN INTEGRAL-SCINTILOUS METHODS FOR LARGE SCALE ANALYTICAL DETERMINATION OF PRECIOUS METALS IN ROCKS, ORES AND SOILS

For the purposes of improving the analytical services to the geological-prospecting and exploration works the Bronnitsa Geological-Geophysical expedition Analytical Centre evaluated and implemented certain assay complexes and analytical methods for determination of precious metal grades in geological samples using the chemical-spectral integral-scintillation method with photo-electric registration of the spectrum.

Key words: analytical works, geochemical researches, integrated and scintillation spectral method of research, mineralogical researches.

УДК 553.3.072

Kovalev D.A., Kuznetsova E.A.

FUSION EQUIPMENT AND CHEMICALS FOR XRF

Describes possibilities and advantages of X-ray fluorescence analysis (XRF). The article presents specifications and options of fusion equipment such as «Phoenix» and «ModuTemp» which are manufactured by XRF Technology (part of XRF Scientific group, Australia). Gives information about fluxes of «XRF Chemicals» (part of XRF Scientific group, Australia), which are used for analysis of samples by XRF and ICP-AES.

Key words: sample fusion, flux, equipment, specifications.

УДК 553.411

Chekashkina L.V.

FIRE ASSAY: SCHEME AND EQUIPMENT

The actual patterns of fire assay, the equipment which can be used and the consumables have been examined. The features of fire assay of ores which have complex composition have been described. The article has information about equipment, consumables which are manufactured both in Russia and abroad. More over the article shows differences between these two types of equipment and consumables.

Key words: gold, silver, fire assay, furnace, crucible.

METHODOLOGICAL AND METROLOGICAL PROVIDING OF GEOLOGICAL EXPLORATION

УДК 553.087

Larionova I.I., Moshkova M.V., Lebedeva M.I.

THE REVIEW OF THE INDUSTRY DOCUMENTS REGULATING LABORATORY RESEARCHES OF FIRM MINERALS

Contain the review of the Quality Control System of the analytical works which has been developed by FSUE «VIMS». The System aims to provide traceability for any laboratory, analytical and mineralogical investigations of solid minerals. The question of branch standards harmonization with national and international standards is raised.

Key words: solid minerals, laboratory researches, Quality management of analytical works, reliability.

УДК 550.8.023+550.8.05

Lebedeva M.I.

SYSTEM OF VOLUNTARY CERTIFICATION OF ORGANIZATIONS ON COMPLIANCE TO REQUIREMENTS ISO 9001 IN THE FIELD OF SUBSURFACE USE

Presents the developed by FSUE «VIMS» system of voluntary certification of laboratories and quality management systems of organizations in the field of subsurface use «UKARGEO». The goals, objectives, objects of the certification and advantages for subsurface users, certified for compliance with requirements of standards ISO 9001 series are listed.

Key words: voluntary certification, quality, quality management system, confirmation of conformity, subsurface use.

УДК 550.8.08+550.8.023

Pazhchenko A.I., Ilina E.A.

USING THE ROUND ROBIN TESTS AS VERIFICATION OF TECHNICAL COMPETENCE OF LABORATORIES

One of the ways to verified the technical competence of laboratories is to conduct an external quality control of the research results in the form of the Round Robin Tests. It is also applicable for laboratories engaged in research of mineral resources. Federal Research and MethodologicalCenter for testing and certification of mineral resources of FSUE «VIMS» is the Proficiency testing Provider. The article describe the main features of the Proficiency testing Provider of FSUE «VIMS».

Key words: proficiency testing, round robin tests, proficiency testing provider, mineral resources.

УДК 550.8.08+550.8.023

Moshkova M.V.

STATE OF SOLID MINERALS REFERENCE MATERIALS PRODUCTION

Discusses problems with laboratory and analytical researches of solid minerals in mining industry and measurement assurance of these researches. Contains information about state of reference materials production at different stages of country development. Also this article describes basic tasks, which is necessary to solve for providing with reference materials of solid minerals mining industry.

Key words: reference material, researches, measurement assurance.

УДК 550.8.08+550.8.023

Ilina E.A., Fetisov A.A.

PRODUCING OF REFERENCE MATERIALS BY «STC «MINSTANDARDS» LTD

Discusses problems with providing of reference materials for the sphere of subsoil use. «STC «MinStandards» Ltd. is developer of matrix reference materials from samples material of deposits, which recovery in Russian Federation. Reference materials by «STC «MinStandards» Ltd. correspond to ore’s mineral composition in particular region. Contains information about advantages of the reference materials by «STC «MinStandards» Ltd. in comparison with the reference materials of foreign companies.

Key words: reference material, metrological control, sphere of subsoil use, equipment.

УДК 378.046.4

Khlebunova A.S., Ilina E.A.

ONE OF THE FIELDS OF ACTIVITY «STC «MINSTANDARDS» LTD IS TRAINING COURSES FOR EXPERTS

Describes training programs of «STC «MinStandards» Ltd. for experts in the field of sample preparation and analysis of minerals. This article discusses problems with human resource on a modern mining company. «STC «MinStandards» Ltd. provides seminars, training courses, corporate training, and individual training programs for employees of mining companies. The article talks about policy of «STC «MinStandards» Ltd. in the field of skills development.

Key words: training program, sample analysis, minerals, equipment, documentary standard.

УДК 65.011.56

Ageenko M.V., Budaev D.A.

DEVELOPMENT OF LABORATORY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS OF THE RUSSIAN PRODUCTION IN THE MINING INDUSTRY

Russian LIMS (Laboratory Information Management – System) based on 1C 8.2 platform, and overcoming foreign ones, corresponding to not only ISO’s requirements, but Russian OST’s also, has been prepared and installed by «Kvadrat-A» for Petropavlovsk plc. Due to this LIMS all lab processes, beginning from sample profiling and finishing by results reporting, can be checked. LIMS further development includes in first hand integration of LIMS with software for mining and geology.

Key words: LIMS, quality control, 1C:LIMS, software.

GREEN ISSUE

УДК 553.3.072

Afanasev L.E.

ECOLOGY – PRIORITY OF MODERN PRODUCTION

Gives insight into the new government policy creating boundaries for dishonest managers of industrial companies. The old way for storage petrochemicals in barrels as in the example with island Vrangelya resulted in large problems with disposal of empty barrels scattered throughout all area of the island. A transition to the new standards of the modern production imposed by the government on managers has been anticipated by many, but obstacles exist with alternative ways. The Canadian company SEI Industries has been developing environment-friendly product line for storage, transportation and protection of diesel fuel and other kinds of petrochemicals near the mining and industrial companies. The article takes this company as a good example of a “healthy” reaction of the western industry to the policies imposed by government.

Key word: environment-friendly product, storage, transportation, diesel fuel.

УДК 553.6:504.062+574.2

Volfson I.F.

NON-METALLIC MINERAL RESOURCES IN SOLUTION OF TASKS OF APPLIED GEOECOLOGY

This paper considers geological and mineralogical and geochemical characterstics of some types of non-metallic mineral resources as basis for solution of tasks of applied geoecology, medicine, and biotechnology.

Key words: geoecology, medicine, non-metallic mineral resources, zeolites, clays, flints, shungite, salt, sand, shilajit.