How can the overall performance of your plant be determined? Most plants calculate availability, or the percent of the time the plant or a particular circuit is operating, as well as overall productio ... Read more
In this interactive PDF, we talk about common training myths and our responses. Read more
Founded in 1983, Performance Associates International (PAI) is the worldwide leader in mine and plant industrial training. Our custom training modules and on-site training have improved start-up succe ... Read more
The geology report, feasibility study, and mine plan look great. Why do so many mining project start-ups fail to perform? Most mining companies put a great deal of emphasis on the nature of the reserv ... Read more
We know that geospatial data collection is increasingly accessible. But data is more than just a number. Real solutions come from understanding and analyzing the data that is collected. We work with ... Read more
Blue Ridge Beverage Company, Inc., is one of the largest, full-service wholesale beverage distributors in Virginia. When Blue Ridge Beverage Company built a 40,000 square-foot warehouse expansion ... Read more
We were recently asked to inspect a large indoor construction site with a roof height of approx 100 feet. The project will eventually be one of the largest indoor mall and family entertainment comple ... Read more
With reference to greenfield plant projects, using process simulators similar to the designed plant Human-Machine Interface (HMI) or Distributed Control System (DCS) has become common practice. These ... Read more
In the past, we’ve discussed techniques and best practices necessary for precision mapping projects requiring a high degree of absolute accuracy. Not all clients require that level of accuracy, so d ... Read more
Now more than ever, we’re aware of our personal data and how much we’re willingly handing out. Whether it’s through data uploads, social media, or allowing applications to have access to your pe ... Read more
Developing a profitable mining venture is no small matter. It requires enormous initial investments in research, construction, and equipment. But a mineral processing plant does not run itself. Even w ... Read more
Mapping is one of the least understood applications for drones. Maps are very useful for many industries, but if your customers require accurate measurements, additional controls are needed beyond s ... Read more