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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHe notes that, while Weir\u2019s WRT\u00ae upgrade for WARMAN\u00ae pumps is not new to the market, many visitors were still discovering the value that this technology could deliver on their operations. The WRT\u00ae parts are retrofittable in the WARMAN\u00ae AH\u00ae range of horizontal slurry pumps and delivers improved hydraulic profiles, reduced turbulence, extended wear performance and lower power consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water conservation was also a growing issue for many of the mining visitors to Weir\u2019s exhibition stand, especially in water-scarce countries like South Africa. He points out there is more awareness that mines today must increasingly balance their water demands with those of communities and other local stakeholders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis also created plenty of interest in our CAVEX 2 hydrocyclones, which offer up to 30% additional capacity and improved separation efficiency, while delivering water and energy savings in mineral processing applications,\u201d he says. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alongside the ESG focus, visitors at Electra Mining Africa were as usual looking for ways to optimise their processes for greater productivity, Muzvondiwa explains. This is where Weir\u2019s digital tools are playing a crucial role in facilitating smart mining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe only constant on mines is change; they are dynamic operations, with constantly changing geological and metallurgical conditions,\u201d he says. \u201cThis makes it vital that the performance of our equipment is being continuously optimised \u2013 by modifying parameters to suit variables such as rock hardness, abrasiveness and chemistry.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Building on its existing digital solutions, Weir is developing new capability to not only monitor equipment condition but to facilitate more real-time optimisation. This applies across the product range from WARMAN\u00ae pumps to ENDURON\u00ae HPGRs (High Pressure Grinding Rolls), he says. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe are using our deep knowledge of our equipment and processes \u2013 built upon decades of research, development and field experience \u2013 to take advantage of the latest analytical capabilities in digital technology,\u201d he explains. \u201cThis will revolutionise how we run equipment and what the landscape of sustainable mining looks like.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n He highlights the virtuous circle that can be leveraged as equipment that is optimally run will, firstly, achieve a longer lifespan and, secondly, deliver the best throughput and recovery results. The challenge has always been that real-time optimisation must take into account many different factors, which are difficult to consolidate and analyse quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWith the advent of AI, it is now possible to gather the relevant data and process it rapidly, so that valuable and precise recommendations can be generated and applied,\u201d says Muzvondiwa. \u201cWe have been working very hard to commercialise these solutions, and we will soon be able to share with customers the exciting opportunities which will be available to them.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Weir\u2019s proactive embracing of technology is enabled by pioneering skills initiatives which raise the bar for company staff and its customers. He points to the company\u2019s Mill Circuit University, a resource which ensures that skill levels are keeping up with technological advancement. More than that, technical staff understand more about the operating context of their specific equipment range. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis enhances the quality of conversations between our frontline staff and customers, and improves the levels of collaboration we achieve,\u201d he says. \u201cWhile some courses can be done online, we also bring our teams together for training from around the globe; we also conduct regional training events for customers\u2019 staff \u2013 even on their sites when required.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to learning about these services from Weir, Electra Mining Africa visitors were able to witness a modular wheeled plant solution \u2013 a fully mobile crushing and screening plant that can be transported by trailer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cVisitors from the mines were also impressed by the extent of Weir\u2019s local manufacturing capability, as this is an important ESG imperative for the mining sector,\u201d he concludes. \u201cWith some 95% of our sales being supplied by our South African plants, we are proud to support the local economy and offer customers a secure supply chain.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The latest technology to drive sustainability in mining \u2013 while achieving the \u2018sweet spot\u2019 in performance \u2013 was showcased by Weir at the recent Electra Mining Africa exhibition near Johannesburg. This sustainability focus underpins the company\u2019s support for its customers\u2019 strategic environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals, according to Weir\u2019s Process and Products Director, Mufaro … Continue reading WEIR EXCITES ELECTRA MINING VISITORS WITH ESG AND AI SOLUTIONS<\/span> <\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n