Improving Mineral Exploration

Improving Mineral Exploration

Improving Mineral Exploration Mineral exploration is far from easy, in fact, it is probably one of the hardest segments of the mining industry to participate in. The success rates are low, so low in fact, that for some mineral commodities (like gold) it is estimated...
The Importance of Mine Planning

The Importance of Mine Planning

Starting a mining project is no small task. It requires strategic planning, preparing, and execution – but why? Having a strategic mine plan set into place is key to establishing your project’s economic and technical direction. Your strategy should encompass...
Is There Gold in Those Hills?

Is There Gold in Those Hills?

The search for precious metals, specifically gold (Au), has a storied history. Early cultures produced fashionable objects known for their beautiful designs incorporating gold. Throughout human history, technology has been at the forefront of the discovery,...
4 Tips for Using a Portable XRF Analyzer

4 Tips for Using a Portable XRF Analyzer

At first blush, the portable XRF analyzer seems like a magical field tool for prospecting and conducting mineral exploration. While this can be somewhat true in the investigation of certain mineral commodities (in conjunction with proper sample preparation and...