Practical Applications of the Hill of Value Approach in Strategic Planning for Openpit Mining

Benito R.; Lopez J.; Gamarra H. · MINEXCHANGE 2024 SME Annual Conference and Expo (2024)

Resumen

This article describes three practical applications of the Hill of Value (HoV) methodology within different stages of strategic planning for open-pit mining operations and projects. In the pursuit of optimal mine planning, this study establishes a comprehensive case study during the (i)design phase, by refining key parameters for efficient decision-making. (ii)production planning, where the HoV is used to define achievable production rates, enhancing operational effectiveness through a nuanced consideration of mining and processing capacities. (iii)Additionally, the study introduces a conceptual framework for orchestrating the optimal sequence of multiple pits during the planning phase, with a focus on maximizing project value. Copyright