A WORD FROM EDDIE

Welcome to the third issue of MIPAC's newsletter. Last time we spoke, we were basking in the aftermath of a global financial crisis and wondering what effect an Emissions Trading Scheme might have on our customers. Regardless, the production lines keep on rolling and the trend we see in processing plants has been consistent – help us get more value from existing plant assets and help us reduce our environmental impact in greenfield, upgrade or optimisation projects.

Enjoy the articles in our latest newsletter, and don't hesitate to get in touch if anything interests you.
PS - We've launched a new website and we'd love your feedback. Take a look at www.mipac.com.au

~Eddie DeRivera

IN THIS ISSUE

Project Updates
Feature Articles
Solution Spotlight
Staff Spotlight
Recent Events Wrap-Up
Upcoming Conferences

SOLUTION SPOTLIGHTS

Solutions for Electrolytic Tankhouse Management

Control and optimise electro-refining and electro-winning operations.
VIEW SOLUTION PAGE

MIPAC Process Advantage™

Make serious gains in yield and reductions in energy use.
VIEW WEB ARTICLE

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

We have some of the best talent in process control, automation, instrumentation and electrical engineering.

Chris O'Sullivan

Senior Systems Engineer

UPCOMING EVENTS

PUTTING "IT" INTO MINING

23rd June, 2010
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Event Website

Bill McKeague to present the following paper: "A control systems perspective of the challenge and opportunity of Mineral Processing Plants"

IMPC 2010

"Smarter Processing for the Future"
6-10 September, 2010
Brisbane Convention Centre
Event Website
Visit our booth at the exhibition.

LIVE PROJECTS

Xstrata's Mount Isa Mines has helped meet strict environmental standards

Recent work to upgrade control systems at Xstrata's Mount Isa Mines has helped meet strict environmental standards; maintain top conditions for health and safety of mine workers; improve production output and make better use of waste. Learn more about two of the most recent projects.

UNDERGROUND MINE VENTILATION: PLC REPLACEMENT PROJECT
MOUNT ISA COPPER SMELTER: YOKOGAWA CONTROL SYSTEM CONVERSION

FEATURE ARTICLES

SAG Mill and Flotation Control – it is NOT that hard!

In mineral processing, SAG milling and flotation are two of the most common methods used in communiution and separation. Achieving stability can be a challenging task, but an essential one for maximising metal recovery and stabilising concentrate grade. If your aim is stability then look no further than your Distributed Control System (DCS) or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).

READ SAG MILL ARTICLE READ FLOTATION ARTICLE

Life is Sweet

MACKAY SUGAR GENERATES POWER; MIPAC'S MATHO IMPARTS 50 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Mackay Sugar’s Racecourse Mill turn waste product into saleable energy in a Co-Generation project. After 50+ years in process control, Ian Matthewson is still excited about new developments in the design and control of sugar mills and mineral processing plants

Ian's most recent work in Mackay will help Mackay Sugar's Racecourse Mill turn waste product into saleable energy in a Co-Generation project.

WRAP-UP: Recent Industry Events

Institute of Brewing & Distilling 2010 Conference

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA, MARCH 2010

We showcased MIPAC Process Advantage™ and its application for brewing, distilling and other food and beverages. SEE MORE

EXPOMIN

SANTIAGO, CHILE, MARCH 2010

MIPAC's Eddie DeRivera and Bill McKeague showcased CellView®, along with our other solutions for electrolytic tankhouse management. Despite the recent earthquake in Chile, the event went ahead with great success and MIPAC is enthusiastic about helping electrolytic tankhouses and refineries to improve efficiency and reduce energy use. SEE MORE

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