Software Solution for Efficient Mine Planning
Minemax Planner, according to the vendor,
takes advantage of the latest advances in
computing hardware and modern pit optimization algorithms. The all-new software
solution is described as a fast, easy-to-use
tool that enables producers to quickly
understand the potential value of projects
with minimum time investment. It guides
mine planners from a block model through
pit optimization, nested shells and pushbacks to NPV optimal schedules, rapidly
developing optimal strategies for even the
largest of models. Planner employs a highperformance algorithm that generates the
same pit shells as Lerchs-Grossman (LG)
but in a fraction of the time. With a 64-bit
architecture, it is able to handle extremely
large block models numbering tens of millions of blocks. The user-interface, which is
based on Microsoft’s Metro UI and is similar to that of Minemax Scheduler 6,
employs step-by-step pre-defined workflows and context-sensitive reports that
make it easy for new users to import models, set parameters, optimize and analyze.
Powerful and interactive 3-D technology
gives a mine planner instant feedback
regarding practical mineability at each step
of the process. A number of editions will be
available to cater to the specific needs of
mine planners from standard shell generation and sensitivity analysis to integrated
NPV schedule optimization. www.minemax.com
As featured in Womp 2014 Vol 03 - www.womp-int.com
