in Canada was accomplished in two stages with two machines drilling concurrently ; a Redbore 70 underground and a Redbore 90EX on surface . The feat took place merely three months after Redpath broke another record at Niobec Mine in Québec , Canada . The raise at Niobec Mine was completed with the Redbore 90EX raisedrill and became the largest ever completed in the Americas and the Northern Hemisphere , and the third biggest globally , at 875 m by 6.3 m diameter . The Redbore series of raisebore machines used for these milestones were designed and manufactured in-house by Redpath in North Bay , Canada .
Contract mining from concept to turnkey infrastructure
Clients all over the world commission Redpath to perform production-mining services , involving engineering and design to complete turnkey operations . Services include construction engineering , planning development , production drilling , blasting , ore haulage , crushing and conveyance to surface for processing . Redpath can assist with any scope of the project , from beginning to completion .
Mechanised raise mining offering flexibility , speed and economy
Having amassed the industry ’ s largest mechanised raise mining equipment fleet , Redpath ’ s innovative approaches , patented designs and concepts have been providing safe drill and blast raise-mining services and solutions since 1975 .
Experienced management , quality supervision and a highly capable workforce ensure that all project demands are met , including ventilation , ore and / or waste passes , production slot raises and narrow vein mining . Redpath ’ s mechanised raise mining innovations include a battery-operated climber , providing flexibility , speed and economy .
Underground construction , demolition and rehabilitation
Redpath provides a world of experience in fullrange mine construction and installation for all project sizes and complexities . Skilled in new infrastructure development , we are also recognised for dewatering , rehabilitating , upgrading and re-commissioning mines that are re-entering production . We build underground shop facilities and refuge stations , ore handling and conveyance systems consisting of chutes , grizzlies , conveyors , ore transfers , ore and waste bins , crushers and loading pockets . Mechanical and electrical installations include internal hoists , substations and ventilation systems . The excavation of large caverns primarily for housing complex crusher systems is also a Redpath specialty .
In-house engineering and technical services for enhanced project control and integration
Working together from design through to installation and commissioning , Redpath ’ s globally-mobile and experienced technical experts provide innovative and reliable designs with the ability to offer a total mine package . The company ’ s integrated scheduling systems enable efficient decision making , project control and value management . Examples of services include 3D comprehensive rendering , site management , supervision , design , managing and construction of crushers , complete hoisting facilities , shaft services , material handling systems , conveyance systems , shaft conveyances and custom sinking set-ups .
Speciality services for civil construction / mechanical excavation
Redpath applies its expertise and experience to the development of tunnels for civil infrastructure projects . Conventional drill and blast , and continuous mining methods using road headers or TBMs , may be used for underground civil infrastructure projects . Access tunnels , sewer tunnels and dewatering tunnels are a few types that have been completed for end uses such as hydro-electric , roadway , water transfer , public transit and mine exploration projects .
Redpath is also a market leader in providing advanced mechanical excavation solutions to mine owners across Australia and the globe . With a focus on driving efficiency and achieving bottom-line objectives for our clients , we provide a complete scope of services .
ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE Reinforcing a culture of Safety – First , Last and Always .
At Redpath , the health and safety of our employees and stakeholders are of the utmost importance . We passionately believe that all injuries are preventable and that the work we undertake can and will be completed safely , with no harm to people , the environment or the communities in which we work .
Redpath provides leadership development training , utilises robust safety management systems , the latest technology and professional trainers to ensure that our employees have the necessary skills , tools and equipment to work in a safe and productive manner .
We continually strive to achieve the highest standards in health and safety – zero harm . Through the development of a safety culture , built on a common understanding of safety principles and a commitment by all employees , we will meet our goal of ‘ Safety – First , Last and Always ’.
ESG commitment based on timehonoured corporate values
Redpath has a longstanding commitment to the incorporation of environmental , social and governance ( ESG ) criteria into our organisation . It is based on Redpath ’ s ‘ Philosophy ’ and ‘ Guidelines for Success ’ penned by Redpath ’ s founder , Jim Redpath , in 1962 . The commitment is a fundamental part of all our dealings with clients , business partners , subcontractors , suppliers , employees and the communities in which we live and do business .
Foremost amongst the ‘ Guiding Principles ’ is this simple principle : “ We are honest , fair and responsible .” This approach , coupled with the equally important declaration , “ We work by our principles of safety first , last and always ”, establishes the firm foundation , which Redpath continues to build our organisation on . It defines how we deal with our clients , employees , business partners and other stakeholders in the projects we undertake and in the countries in which we work .
Trusted global partner
Redpath has expansive regulatory knowledge , regional expertise and experience in completing culturally and environmentally sensitive projects , ensuring the impact on the surrounding area and local wildlife is minimal . Our thorough understanding of procurement and logistics , gives us an advantage when mobilising equipment and supplies around the world .
With 60 years of service , over 6,000 employees and offices in Canada , the US , Indonesia , Mongolia , Germany , South Africa , Zambia and Australia , Redpath continues to attract clients and employees to its doors , all over the world .
For more information , please visit www . redpathmining . com
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