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Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro

News and information from the world of geology and mining, Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro provides a new perspective on the mining industry and seeks to educate on best practice. Snowden Optiro is a resources consulting and advisory group that provides independent advice, consulting and training to mining and exploration companies, their advisors and investors. We help mine developers to advance their projects, mining companies to improve their operations and their professionals, and investors

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63 - Commodity Podcast Series – Tin

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/05/14

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune is as our International Regional Manager Julian Aldridge and Senior Consultant Laurie Hassall explore the intricacies of tin mining. This podcast video at a glance: 00:05 Introduction 00:40 Explanation of what tin is and its application 02:35 The geological environments and deposits styles commonly associated with tin 04:40 Discussion about where tin deposits are found around the world 06:20 The metallurgical and mineralogical

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62 - Open Pit Mine Planning Process

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/05/08

In this episode, our General Manager of Snowden Optiro, Tarrant Elkington and Managing Consultant, Hamish Guthrie discuss the open pit mine planning process. This podcast at a glance: 00:05 Introduction 00:52 Defining what an open pit mine plan entails. 01:10 Reason and motivation behind creating mine plans 02:00 Process of creating an open pit mine plan 03:50 Expected outcomes of a typical mine plan 04:50 Addressing the time required for completing a mine plan 05:55 Discussion of frequency of

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60 - Commodity Podcast Series - Copper

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/04/30

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join our International Regional Manager Julian Aldridge and Senior Consultant Laurie Hassall as they discuss all the specifics of the copper mining commodity. This podcast at a glance: 00:08 Introduction 00:40 Explanation of what copper is and its application 03:07 The geological environments and deposits styles commonly associated with copper 04:30 Discussion about where copper deposits are found around the world 05:45 Discussion about untapped

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59 - Commodity Podcast Series - Tungsten

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/04/23

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join our International Regional Manager Julian Aldridge and Senior Consultant Laurie Hassall as they explore the nuances of working with the tungsten commodity. This podcast at a glance: 00:08 Introduction 00:45 Explanation of what tungsten is and its applications 02:18 The geological environments and deposit styles commonly associated with tungsten 03:50 Discussion about where tungsten deposits are found around the world 04:35 Explanation of

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57 - Top Cutting Strategy for Resource Estimation

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/03/27

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon as they explore the top cutting strategy for resource estimation. This podcast at a glance: Oscar introduces this podcast and the speaker Ian Glacken. 00:05 Oscar introduces this podcast and the speaker Ian Glacken. 00:57 Ian describes the importance of a top cut strategy in Resource Estimation. 02:55 Ian discusses the approaches used for selecting a top cut

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21:50

58 - Technical Due Diligence for Mining

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/03/27

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join General Manager Tarrant Elkington and Allan Earl, Executive Consultant as they discuss the mining aspects of Technical Due Diligence. This podcast at a glance: 0:10 Tarrant introduces the speaker, Allan Earl, and outlines the podcast topic. 1:00 Allan provides an overview of Technical Due Diligence in the mining industry. 2:35 Allan delves into the initial aspects considered when commencing a Technical Due Diligence review. 4:30 When all

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11:44

56 - Electrification of the Mining Process. Fresh...

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/03/18

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join General Manager Tarrant Elkington and Danny Tolmer, Regional Manager for North Americas as they discuss the electrification of the mining process. This podcast at a glance: 0:04 Tarrant introduces the podcast and our speaker, Danny Tolmer. 0:58 Danny explores mine electrification and its connection to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. 2:36 Danny explores various technologies utilized for mine electrification. 2:38

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55 - Applications of Conditional Simulation - PART 2

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/03/09

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon as they explore the applications of Conditional Simulation in a two-part series. This is the second final episode. 00:00 Ian introduces this podcast and the speaker Dr Oscar Rondon. 01:15 Oscar addresses the topic of Resource Classification in more detail. 02:00 Ian emphasizes the essential role of geological continuity and the need for expert consideration

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54 - Applications of Conditional Simulation - PART 1

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/03/06

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon as they explore the applications of Conditional Simulation in a two-part series. This is the first episode. This podcast at a glance: 0:30 Ian starts the podcast, introducing the topic and explaining what Conditional Simulation means briefly. 1:35 Oscar talks about the concept of simulation, specifically focusing on the idea of the space of uncertainty. 03:22 Ian

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53 - Conditional Simulation: What It Is and Why It Is...

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/03/05

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Technical Writer Kiara Allessio and Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon come together to discuss Conditional Simulation — exploring what it is and why it is crucial for Resource Estimation. This podcast at a glance: 00:00: Kiara introduces the episode and the speaker Oscar Rondon. 00:23: Oscar explains why Conditional Simulation matters for Mineral Resource Estimation. 01:00: Oscar stresses the importance of turning data into a Gaussian

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19:12

Technical Due Diligence for Geology and Mineral...

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/02/19

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, our Managing Director Tarrant Elkington and Executive Consultant Michael Andrew discuss the topic of Technical Due Diligence and its role for geology and mineral resources. This podcast at a glance: 00:00: Tarrant introduces the episode and the speaker Michael Andrew 00:50: Mike provides a high-level overview of Technical Due Diligence for geology and mineral resources. 03:30: Mike talks about what he looks for when starting a Technical Due

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52 - Validation of Mineral Resource Models

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2024/02/01

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Executive Consultant Ian Glacken, Principal Geostatistician Dr. Oscar Rondon and Anthony Cook, Product Manager - Supervisor, come together to discuss Validation of Mineral Resource Models. They explore the reasons behind validation, the different types available, and the tools at our disposal. This podcast at a glance: 00:00 - Ian introduces his guests, Oscar Rondon and Ian Glacken. 00:40 - Ian presents the podcast topic. 01:05 - Anthony

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51 - MIK Localisation - Gold Deposit

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2023/12/15

In this episode, Geology Consultant Dr. Gregory Zhang discusses the practical application of MIK Localisation for addressing complex data challenges, with a specific focus on a gold deposit. This podcast video at a glance: 00:28 – Greg provides an overview of his expertise and background. 01:35 - Greg explains what MIK is. 02:00 – Greg explores the non-linear estimation methods and discusses when to use them. 03:30– Greg outlines the high-level workflow of MIK. 04:53 – Greg explains how to

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07:57

50 - The Closure Problem–greater than the sum of its...

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2023/09/14

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Anthony Cook, Product Manager for Supervisor, and Oscar Rondon, our Principal Geostatistician, as they unravel the intricate world of the 'Closure Problem' in geosciences — exploring its impact on various processes and highlighting its critical importance. This podcast video at a glance: 00:48 – Oscar gives a brief overview of what the closure problem is. 02:26 – Anthony explores the potential issues that can arise if the closure is not

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49 - User Perspectives on Supervisor and Isatis Software

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2023/09/06

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join Anthony Cook, Product Manager for Supervisor, and Oscar Rondon, our Principal Geostatistician, as they dive into the world of Supervisor and Isatis software from a user's perspective. Discover how they leverage these tools in their resource estimation studies. This podcast video at a glance: 1:00 – Oscar discusses with Anthony his extensive experience using Isatis during his career in the petroleum and mining industry. 2:18 – Oscar explores

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48 - Data transparency across the mine value chain

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2023/07/04

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Ian Glacken, Executive Consultant at Snowden Optiro talks with Rayleen Hargreaves, Principal Consultant and Reconcilor Product Owner about the importance of data transparency across the mine vale chain, for achieving effective reconciliation. Both Rayleen and Ian are passionate advocates for continuous improvement via reconciliation across the entire mining value chain. This podcast video at a glance: 1:06 – How would you define data transparency

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47 - DOM: Declared Ore Mined

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2023/05/18

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Rayleen Hargreaves, Principal Consultant and Reconcilor Product Owner discusses Declared Ore Mined (DOM) with Ian Glacken, Executive Consultant with Snowden Optiro. What is the meaning of DOM, where does it fit in reconciliation, and what are the pros and cons of using DOM as one of the cornerstones of mine reconciliation are some of the topics discussed in this episode. Both Rayleen and Ian are passionate advocates for continuous improvement via

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46 - Reconciliation and Moisture

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2022/08/11

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Rayleen Hargreaves, Principal Consultant and Reconcilor Product Owner discusses Reconciliation and Moisture with Ian Glacken, Executive Consultant with Snowden Optiro. Both Rayleen and Ian are passionate advocates for continuous improvement via reconciliation across the entire mining value chain. This podcast at a glance: 0:57 Why is moisture or contained water important in reconciliation? 3:32 Is there a reason some companies ignore the moisture

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45 - Reconciliation vs Rescaling

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2022/07/29

In this episode, Rayleen Hargreaves, Principal Consultant and Reconcilor Product Owner discusses Reconciliation versus Rescaling with Ian Glacken, Executive Consultant with Snowden Optiro. Both Rayleen and Ian are passionate advocates for continuous improvement via reconciliation across the entire mining value chain. This podcast at a glance: 1:05 Definition of reconciliation 2:07 What is the differrence between reconcilation and rescaling 6:20 The pros and cons of rescaling data 8:55 Is there a

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44 - Reconcilor 20 Year Anniversary

Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro ·

2022/07/14

To celebrate the 20-year Anniversary of Reconcilor, Rayleen Hargreaves our Reconcilor Product Owner chats to Craig Morley Anglo American’s Head of Mining Geosciences and Reconciliation about the key roles they have played in the genesis, development and roll out of the reconciliation software Reconcilor. Prior to joining Anglo American, Craig was with Snowden for 18 years and it was during this time that Reconcilor was born. Here we are 20 years later and Reconcilor is working its magic on 31 mine

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