9781334191060: Page's Magazine, Vol. 2

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This book explores the technical aspects of gold mining in Johannesburg. The author, a mining engineer with extensive experience in the region, provides a detailed account of the equipment and processes used in the industry during the early 20th century. The book covers topics such as shaft sinking, rock drilling, ore sorting, power generation, water circulation, and the layout and operation of stamp mills. It also discusses the challenges faced by mining engineers in the early days of the industry, such as the deep and narrow nature of the gold reefs, the lack of skilled labor, and the harsh climatic conditions. The book concludes with a discussion of the future prospects for the gold mining industry in Johannesburg.

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9780666820471: Page's Magazine, Vol. 2: Engineering, Electricity, Shipbuilding and Mining, Iron and Steel Industries; February, 1903 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0666820473 ISBN 13:  9780666820471
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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