Comparison of fixed and mobile in-pit crushing and conveying and truck-shovel systems used in mineral industries through discrete-event simulation

摘要: Abstract In-pit crushing and conveying (IPCC) systems (whether fixed, mobile, or semi-mobile) are an alternative to the traditional truck/shovel approach materials handling, offering potential cost savings. However, assessing viability of one these for existing planned open-pit mine from operational standpoint presents a great deal challenge given complexity problem as they evolve non-linearly in many regards. This research applied discrete event simulation compare model handling assess applicability weaknesses techniques such use. Varying configurations mine's geometry were fed into then run optimized using tool, Arena®. The development highlighted serve rapid tool IPCC by those parameters associated costs inherent with operating realities each system.