TECHNOLOGY

Getting on top of coal detection

A MEASUREMENT-while-drilling system that detects the top of a coal seam while routinely drilling blast holes has moved a step closer to commercialisation with Mining3 and CR Digital forming a partnership.

 By eliminating the damage done to the top of seam, substantial increases in recovery are possible.

By eliminating the damage done to the top of seam, substantial increases in recovery are possible.

The Top of Coal Detection technology is designed to detect the approaching top of a coal seam prior to blasting to facilitate efficient coal recovery. During the extraction stage, up to 12% of overall...

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