Mine Sampling and Valuing: A Discussion of the Methods Used in Sampling and Valuing Ore Deposits, With Especial Reference to the Work of Valuation by the Independent Engineer (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

C. S. Herzig

 
9780266284321: Mine Sampling and Valuing: A Discussion of the Methods Used in Sampling and Valuing Ore Deposits, With Especial Reference to the Work of Valuation by the Independent Engineer (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Master the essentials of mining sampling and ore valuation with practical, time-tested methods.

This practical guide explains how to determine ore grade and estimate value and tonnage, using methods that work in the real world of mining. It combines clear definitions, systematic procedures, and cautionary notes to help engineers make sound, profitable decisions.

This edition frames the core ideas of mine sampling and valuation, showing how to balance accuracy with practicality. It covers why sampling matters, how to plan and check results, and how to avoid common pitfalls that mislead estimates or profits. Readers will gain tools for assessing ore bodies from the mine face to the processing plant, with emphasis on disciplined judgment and sound engineering practice.
  • How to define ore and set the scope for sampling and valuation
  • Steps for calculating averages, handling erratic high assays, and checking samples
  • Practical guidance on sampling intervals, face exposure, and making stoping values
  • Real-world considerations for grading, tonnage estimation, and economic adjustment
Ideal for readers involved in mine planning, valuation, and operations who want a grounded, engineer’s perspective on sampling and determining ore value.

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