Stockpiles — Wind-Borne Dust
Capture dust. Conquer the mine.
Zone Introduction
Stored ore in open yards loses fines to wind, especially during summer ➜ dust drift to public zones.
Dust Generation Mechanism
- Wind erosion of fine surfaces
- Material disturbance by excavators
- Heap slips create dust bursts
Root Causes
Poorly compacted stockpile slopes
Dry climate + wind direction
No dust barriers
Regulatory + Production Impact
Dust enters nearby villages → Complaints
Regulatory penalties under Air Act
Loss of saleable ore as fines drift away
AUTOMECK Solutions
Mist Cannon
- wide-area dust suppression