FROM LABORATORY ASSAYS TO COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION VALIDATION
Gold and PGM prices are rising sharply, while battery metals and rare-earth elements are becoming strategically important. Yet small- and medium-sized mine owners still face a fundamental challenge: how can they prove that their material is economically viable? Most projects rely on laboratory assays from very small samples to attract investment. However, one small sample […]
Reimagining Placer Gold Exploration with Autonomous Drone Fleets
Traditional placer gold exploration is slow, labor-intensive, and often limited by terrain. Walking miles with handheld detectors or setting up large survey grids takes time, manpower, and cost. But today, a new approach is emerging—autonomous drone-based gold detection systems designed for continuous, high-efficiency surveying. Imagine a fleet of drones equipped with advanced detection sensors, scanning […]
The Broken System of Analytical Testing in the Mining Industry
Challenges in Accurate Ore Assay and Industry Limitations The mining industry continues to struggle with obtaining accurate and representative assay results. Despite significant spending on laboratory testing, results often fail to reflect the true value of ore—leading to financial losses, incorrect valuations, and disputes during settlement. Limitations of Common Analytical Methods Widely used analytical methods […]