'Minerals Engineering 2012' - A Quality Event

Spring 2012 Issue 11

The Minerals Engineering Society (Formerly The Coal Preparation Society)

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Minerals Engineering 2012, the third in a series of an-nual symposia nationally organised by the Minerals Engi-neering Society, co-sponsored by the Coal Research Fo-rum and South Midlands Mining and Minerals Institute, was held at the Hilton East Midlands Airport Hotel on Thursday 24th May 2012. These events just keep getting better: this was a quality event with quality speakers, and MES President Greg Kelley welcomed 50 delegates to the symposium. He was encouraged that in these challenging times so many had taken the time to attend. Past seminars had been themed, he said, but this symposium would be a review

of highlights in the mineral processing field.

Dr Mike Richards, Chairman of SMMMI, chaired the first session and introduced Mick Naylor, Process Engineer, Parnaby Cyclones International & Fellow of the MES, whose presentation was entitled "78 Degrees North - The World's most Northerly Coal Preparation Plant"

Mick began by illustrat-ing, with slides, the to-pography of Spitsbergen, largest island in Svalbard, Norway, the most north-erly inhabited region of Europe. The capital is Longyearbyen on the western coast and the valleys around are scat-tered with disused coal mines; the main producer currently is the Svea

Mine, 60km to the south. Parnaby was contacted by the mine owners in late 2009, and initially supplied a pre-owned 100t/h mobile drum plant to treat oversize raw coal. This was literally dragged on a sledge over several glaciers from Longyearbyen to the mine, as Svea Harbour is ice-bound for half the year. Bids were then invited for a 400t/h plant, resulting in an

order placed with Parnaby in mid- 2010. The design had to meet strict planning and environmental constraints as well as the problems of transport and construction on permafrost in an arctic climate. Mick outlined the method of erection employed, and proudly stated that coal was

first fed to the plant within 12 months of order date. The plant comprises a single 1m diameter dense medium cyclone with associated screens, small coal centrifuge, spirals, fine coal centrifuge, thickener and MRF press. The plant is controlled via a Siemens PCS7/400 system. Special attention was given to design of the magnetite recovery system due to cost and logistical problems of shipping and storing this, and actual consumption is <250g/t input. Mick did not hide problems which had not been caught at design stage - a radial stacker in a cli-mate which can, and does as Mick illustrated, whip snow drifts anywhere and everywhere, is not a good idea as the tracks fill up with snow; and formation of ice in exter-nal transfer points had also necessitated modifications. Mick went on to briefly describe other plants Parnaby had built in 2011 - a Copper pre-concentrating plant in the Congo and a Coal Prep Plant at Aberpergwm in South

Wales - before fielding questions from the audience.

Mick Naylor

A Coal Prep Plant in an Arctic Desert!

Inside

1-3 Minerals Engineering 2012 Symposium Report

4 Presidential Matters 5 Ffos-y-Fran Update

6 Joint Dinner Dance & New IMechE Representative

7 2012-2013 Programme 8 Annual General Meetings

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Richard Maslen, Process Engineer at Fairport En-gineering Ltd., presented the second and third pa-pers of the session. He started with "Biomass Conversion of Coal Based Materials Han-dling Facilities", which was to have been co-presented by Haydn Wren, Technical Man-ager, Fairport Engineer-

ing. Converting coal-fired power stations to biomass has benefits but also drawbacks. Referring to the Large Coal Plant Directive and the Renewables Obligations Order, converting to full biomass utilisation could reduce NOx emissions by 50%, SO2 by 65% and CO2 by 75%; and attract 1.5 ROCs/MWh. Richard then gave examples of the various types of bio-mass, and indicated that the predominant UK focus was on wood pellets, which have a much lower energy density than coal, but a much lower ash and moisture content. The main drawback is the creation of dust, causing occu-pational health risks and fire/explosion hazard. While coal dust can be suppressed with water, damp wood pellets swell, decompose and can self-combust. Using a Case Study approach for a typical power station, Richard outlined an overall design philosophy for bio-mass utilisation, covering dust management techniques, delivery and unloading methods, bulk storage and day-bin requirements, conveying issues and milling safe-guards. He concluded that:

Biomass Power Generation is set to increase

Forms of biomass used will diversify

New industry best practise to be determined

Handle dust safely and economically and all else will follow.

Richard then went on to present a paper entitled "Solid Recovered Fuel for the Cement Industry - a Case Study". Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) is derived from mu-nicipal solid waste (MSW), and is increasingly being de-veloped worldwide as an energy source. Energy recovery from SRF diverts waste material from landfill & reduces fossil fuel consumption. The Huyton Recy-cling and Recov-ery Centre on Merseyside, part of DEFRAs New T e c h n o l o g i e s Demonstrator Pro-gramme, was de-livered on a turn-key basis by Fair-port Engineering by early 2008. The plant capacity i s 5 0 0 0 0 t p a waste, from which 25000tpa SRF is

recovered. Richard described the process equipment employed, much of it standard stuff; only the thermal processing line and biomass density separation machines are patented. Two SRF products are made: Low Carbon Fuel (70% biomass) and Renewable Power Fuel (85% biomass). SRF Pellets can also be made. Richard then presented some operational data from the plant, illustrating that since commissioning the plant had achieved improvements in net CV and recovery of the products. Over a 30 month period, 130000t of waste had been processed, yielding 63000t SRF; half had been sold to cement manufacturers, and half to other users. In conclusion, Richard indicated that there is viable tech-nology available to recover consistent SRF from waste, and SRF is compliant with EU and UK regulation. How-

ever, the markets for SRF were not yet fully developed.

The final presentation of the morning was by Graham Davey, Global Process Support Manager, Metso Miner-als, on 'Metso Stirred Milling Technology'. Stirred mills

are generally recognized as cost saving technologies with higher energy efficiency, lower installation costs and lower operating costs. Metso's machines offer opti-mum equipment solutions for industry looking for finer grinds: the Vertimill® for grinds 6mm - 20μm, and the Stirred Mill Detritor for 1mm - 5μm. The Vertimill® is 30-50% more energy efficient than a ball mill, with lower media consumption, longer wear life, and lower installa-tion cost. Almost 400 units have been sold worldwide. Graham illustrated benefits with results achieved from actual applications, and indicated that replacement of inefficient ball mills on secondary grinding roles could have a big impact on operating expense. The Stirred Mill Detritor (SMD) is primarily for fine grind-ing. 170 units have been sold worldwide, on base and precious metal applications. Graham outlined the fea-tures of this machine, and benefits achieved from use. Graham concluded his presentation by outlining the fea-tures of two plants utilising the machines - the Teck Pogo Gold mine in Alaska, a two-stage SMD circuit, and the Newcrest Cadia Gold-Copper mine in New South Wales, a tertiary grinding addition to a high grade gold concen-trator, using the largest Vertmill® machine available. The afternoon session was chaired by Prof. John Patrick from CRF. He introduced David Hyde, Chairman of MEP Ltd., Fellow MES, who presented "Modifications to Ar-celor Mittal Coal Preparation Plants in Kazakhstan".

This paper had been prepared jointly with Steve Frank-land of Dargo Associates, Past-President of the Society. Arcelor Mittal's steel plant in Kazakhstan is supplied with coking coal from its own eight coal mines in the nearby Karaganda Basin. Coal is cleaned at 3 CPPs - Temirtau #1 & 2, and Vostchnaya. The coal is difficult to wash and

Richard Maslen

Graham Davey

SRF Pellets

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losses of coal and mid-dlings needed to be re-duced and throughput in-creased, but lack of capital precluded replacement of jigs with DM plant, so it was decided to install addi-tional fines treatment at Temirtau #2 and Vostoch-naya, and to close Temir-

tau #1 to reduce costs.

Tests and simulations us-ing Limn software showed that a 4% increase in yield of coking coal was possible by cleaning the 2mm-0.2mm fraction at a cut-point of 1.5RD. Spirals would not achieve this, and there was insufficient room to accommodate them anyway, so MEP were awarded a contract to supply

TBS Hydrosizers.

David showed a number of images from both plants, and reported that an actual improvement in yield of 5% had been achieved. Arcelor Mittal are currently planning fur-

ther projects to the value of $50million.

The next planned speaker was Dr Liam McNamara, Vice- President, FLSmidth Minerals, but he was unable to at-tend, and at short notice was replaced by Lucy England, Sales Manager - Northern Europe for FLSmidth, who presented "Continuous Improvements in Minerals Processing". After outlining her company's background

and extensive R&D operation centres, Lucy indicated that skills shortage is mining's biggest concern and discussed this in some detail with the audience. Embarassingly, though many raised their hands when Lucy asked "who will retire within the next ten years?", few were able to respond positively to the question "what are you doing to pass on your skills?"

Lucy then described FLSmidth capabilities to provide complete solu-tions in minerals process-ing, including flowsheet development, plant design & build, equipment design and manufacture, full or partial operation and maintenance, service su-percentres, and Expert Control & Supervision (ECS) - an automation & process control platform

designed for the mineral and cement industries to provide more efficient use of human resources. For the future, the group is aiming to increase activity in customer ser-vices with the goal of 10-15% growth and particular focus

on long term O&M contracts.

The final speaker of the day was Jamiel Muhor, Cus-tomer Engineering Manager, BASF Global Marketing Solutions, presenting "Technology Developments in Flocculant Preparation and Performance". Jamiel in-

troduced the basics of flocculants: how they work and

what affects their performance, and after explaining the difference between hydration time and dissolution time, he outlined the importance of understanding all the pa-rameters affecting dissolution time when designing a floc-culant preparation plant. A conventional flocculant batch-ing system was illustrated, then Jamiel turned to his theme of technology developments. The Alcotech® CPS combines novel 'Controlled Vertical Dissolution' mixing technology with the renowned Jet-Wet® technology. This eliminates the need for a separate storage tank, which reduces costs of civil and building works, also mechanical and electrical installation and maintenance costs. The Alcotech® - TC dos-ing control system was originally designed for the coal industry. Two types are available - the TC Ul-tra uses ultrasonic sen-sors for sample measure-ment, while the TC Micro-Wedgewood is a more advanced system with a thickener overflow turbid-ity sensor for control of flocculant. Jamiel indicated the main benefits of these units and their ability to respond to feed parameter fluc-tuations. The third development described was the ETD Dose Control Logic system, which monitors the density and flow rate from the thickener to the tailings dam, and con-trols flocculant addition to the dam via PLC. This is a sim-ple and effective packaged system which allows for a fully automated remote flocculation plant, and provides recipes for different coal types and the ability to fine tune. Combined CPS and ETD units have been sold into the Hunter Valley in Australia. Jamiel closed by indicat-ing that BASF were working on further developments in Australia and for the Aluminium in-dustry, but were not ready to show

these yet (A tempter for future symposia? - Ed.)

President Greg Kelley closed the symposium, thanking all the presenters, the session chairmen, and the dele-

gates for participating in another successful symposium.

Report by Peter Cooper

Images by Mick Naylor, Richard Maslen, Jamiel Muhor,

Mike Gurr & Peter Cooper

David Hyde

Lucy England

Jamiel Muhor

CPS & ETD System, Xstrata Coal, Mangoola NSW

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Welcome again to our latest issue of Horizons. Some of you would wish to call it our summer issue but this could be somewhat contentious given the lack of summer sun and the abundance of rain. Hopefully by the time this issue reaches

you we will be enjoying a late season.

As usual this issue covers a number of events that have taken place since we last went to press, and likewise some events to look forward to and support in the future. Our pro-gramme of activities continues to be reasonably well sup-ported including the Spring symposium Minerals Engineering 2012, held at the Hilton Hotel, East Midlands. This was the third symposium held during my office and like the previous two proved to be well organised and well supported by speakers and delegates alike. Also included are articles cov-ering a well presented Technical paper given by James Poy-ner to the Northern Group on Ffos-y-Fran as well as the An-

nual Joint Industries Dinner and Dance.

Sadly this will be my last newsletter message as your Presi-dent as the next issue will be circulated sometime after the coming AGM in September. As with all good things time ap-pears to elapse so quickly and my two years as your Presi-dent is no exception. There are many good things that I would wish to say about my time in office but that will wait till the next issue, so I would just like to say it has been an honour and privilege to serve as your President made spe-

cial by the support of Council and Group Activists. Many thanks to you all.

I hope you enjoy this issue and I look forward to seeing you at a MES event in the not too distant future. Remember

get involved - it’s vital to our future success and it’s also enjoyable.

Best regards

Greg

MES President Greg Kelley

President’s Comments

MES President Greg Kelley retired from his position as Managing Director of Norec Ltd / Hargreaves Industrial Services Division at the end of May 2012. Greg decided to take early retirement "to give complete time to my personal life and fulfil numerous remaining goals with my family and friends”.

Greg worked at Coalite Ltd and the British Carbonisation Research Associa-tion before joining British Coal to work in Coal Preparation in the early '80s. In 1993 he joined Norec Ltd on Coal Preparation Operation & Maintenance contracts, then took charge of the contract at Ratcliffe power station. His management ability and 'can do' attitude led to advancement in the com-pany, leading to appointment as Managing Director in 2004. By then, Norec had become established as providers of O&M services for materials han-dling plants at power stations and port facilities. Following the acquisition of Norec by the Hargreaves Group in 2006, Greg became MD of the Industrial Services Division, and embarked on a programme of growth in 'hard' facili-ties management and expansion into 'soft' facilities management. It was about this time that Julie Garton (now Haynes) joined the company as Direc-

tor of Facilities Management, and it is she who has succeeded as MD of Hargeaves Industrial Services Division from 1st June 2012.

Greg celebrated his retirement with colleagues, friends and family at a party held at Tankersley Manor Hotel, Barns-ley, where he was presented with a Mont Blanc Pen as a reminder of the many years he dedicated to Norec.

Greg and Norec colleagues have supported the MES for many years, and his many friends in the Society wish him the best of luck in his retirement. We also wish Julie every success in leading the business forward, particularly as she is also a Fellow of the Society and has pledged continuing support.

Photo courtesy of Lucie McDermott, Norec Ltd

Greg Retires!

Greg's 'Leaving Do'

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The final 2011-2012 technical meeting of the Northern Group year was held on 15 th March 2012 at UK Coal Head Office, Harworth, near Doncaster. Fifteen members enjoyed a pleasant buffet meal provided by UK Coal before Group Chairman John Sowter introduced Mr James Poyner, Managing Director of Miller Group Limited Mining Divi-

sion, who gave a presentation on 'The Ffos-y-Fran Land Reclamation Scheme'.

After first giving a simplistic overview of opencast mining methodology, James outlined the history of the scheme. In the mid 19th century, the area around Merthyr Tydfil was the largest iron production centre in the world, but the closure of the steel works and coal mines left large areas of dereliction by the 1980s. After the Aberfan disaster of 1966 the government issued an edict to local authorities to identify areas of land in need of reclamation, and mid-Glamorgan County Council came up with the East Merthyr Land Reclamation Scheme. This scheme sought to reclaim the derelict and dangerous land to the east of Merthyr Tydfil by way of opencast coal mining operations, restor-ing the land to beneficial use at no cost to the public purse. Phases I and II of the Scheme have been completed but Phase III was delayed until recently whilst access to the land was sought. This is the Ffos-y-Fran Land Reclama-tion Scheme, which is the largest of the original three phases and will restore 367ha of derelict land. The reclamation works include the removal of known shafts and adits all previously associated with iron ore and coal workings, as well as the removal of fly tipping and many burnt out stolen cars from the site. The scheme will create a better and safer environment for the local

community for the benefit of future generations.

Miller Argent (South Wales) Ltd - a joint venture between the Miller Group Ltd and the Argent Goup plc - was specifi-cally created to undertake the works. Planning permission was granted in 2006, site works commenced in June 2007 and will continue for 17½ years. James said that it is estimated that 11m tonnes of coal will be recovered from 165m cubic metres of excavation. After coaling is completed, there will be a 2 year restoration period and five years of af-tercare. 200 direct and 400 indirect jobs have been created, over 80% of these jobs are local. Annual production will be between 750k and 1m tpa, shipped via the adjacent Cwmbargoed railhead. The first train was loaded in January 2008. The coal provides about 40% of burn at Aberthaw power station; other customers are the Port Talbot steel-works, the cement and other industries, and domestic consumers. A barrel washing plant has been installed to clean

150ktpa of product for Aberthaw, and a DM system for 100ktpa of product for the steelworks and other customers.

James outlined other benefits of the scheme to the local community, in-cluding restoration of 367Ha of land, £1 per tonne donation to a commu-nity benefit fund, two community minibuses, and an education / train-ing centre. He indicated that noise and dust suppression were major considerations: haul roads were regularly dowsed with water, and two 'fog cannons' had been purchased

for loading operations.

Miller Argent are now preparing a planning application for a new opencast coal mine incorporating land remediation at Nant Llesg, Rhymney, a few miles to the East of Ffos-y-Fran. An estimated 5m - 8m tonnes of coal would be re-

covered over a fifteen year programme, again shipped via Cwmbargoed.

James closed his presentation by posing the question "Coal - Friend or Foe?". After briefly outlining the history of coal production in the UK, he opined that the country cannot manage without coal, it still provides about 30% of elec-

tricity generation, yet without further consents by 2020 we will have no coal industry left to speak of.

After a lively Q&A session, a vote of thanks to James was well supported by those present.

Report by Peter Cooper, images courtesy of Miller Argent (South Wales) Ltd

Ffos-y-Fran Update for Northern Group

James Poyner

Editor's Note: Northern Group have arranged a visit to the Ffos-y-Fran Land Reclamation site for 25 September 2012. Contact Colin Scargill, Honorary Secretary/Treasurer Northern Group, on mes.north@btinternet.com

Cwmbargoed Coal Disposal Point

Caterpillar 777F truck being loaded by PC3000 excavator at Ffos-y-Fran

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For many years, MES Past-President Graham Jones has represented the MES on the Bulk Materials Handling Com-mittee of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers, which provides a focus for technology transfer and the dissemination of best engineering knowledge and practice in the bulk materials handling industry. The Society owes a debt of grati-tude to Graham for giving sterling service on the committee on our behalf. However, all good things come to an end,

and some time ago Graham indicated that he wished to step down and asked Council to nominate a successor.

The new representative is Peter Skinner. Peter started his career as a Mechanical Craft Apprentice at Bentley Colliery and went on to achieve AMEME(Hons) in Me-chanical Engineering and the Colliery Mechanical Engineers Certificate. After leaving the pit, Peter was involved in organising site maintenance of materials handling plant in a variety of industries, including steel works, chemical plants, quarries, power sta-tions, food plants and coal handling plant .. Since joining Norec Ltd in 2000 as Site Manager responsible for Operation & Maintenance of the Coal, Ash and Dust Plant at Longannet Power Station, he has advanced within the company to currently hold the position of Business Manager, responsible for overseeing the current business and site requirements of the company. He is a Fellow of IOM3 and of the MES, and is reg-

istered with Engineering UK as an Incorporated Engineer

Peter has already attended a meeting of the committee and believes that it should be possible to see more interaction between the Society and the activities of the commit-tee. He has been co-opted onto the MES Council, and Council are sure that he will

carry on the good work that Graham did for so many years.

New MES Representative on IMechE Bulk Materials Handling Committee

The Midland Institute of Mining Engineers, The South Midlands Mining and Minerals Institute, and the Minerals Engineering Society got together for their annual joint dinner and dance at the Holiday Inn Royal Victoria Hotel, Sheffield on Saturday 21st

April 2012.

After the usual pre-dinner drinks and chat, 189 members and guests gathered in the dining room to welcome the top table. MES President Greg Kelley and wife Jean were joined by Nicholas Scholey, President of the MIME, Mike Richards, President of SMMMI, Mr John Blackwell and their respective

partners.

The MES was represented on an adjacent table by Past-Presidents David Baillie, Peter Cooper, Brian Everitt, Mike Gurr

and Andrew Howells, along with their 'better halves'.

After a hearty dinner and the sale of raffle tickets, the formal toasts began. Greg gave a polished performance in proposing the Toast to the Institutes, combining humour and thoughtful-ness in a concise address. The Raffle Draw was made as usual by Charles Rhodes, Hon. Sec. MIME, and his wife Pat. Dancing to DJ Alan Jones then commenced, and went on to

the small hours.

The only disappointment was that so few Society members attended - only 6% of the total. The continuing downturn in the economic climate has presented many challenges, but the need to provide activities such as this event has always been important, and the friendship and camaraderie which is a hallmark of our industry needs these events. The Mining Institutes recognise the Society's role and importance to their industry, so please make an effort to join

us at next year's event.

Report by Peter Cooper, photo Mike Gurr

Mining & Minerals Industry Joint Annual Dinner Dance

Greg & Jean with other Top Table Guests

Peter Skinner

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Parnaby Cyclones Chilton Industrial Estate

Chilton Co Durham DL17 0SH

Tel: 01388 720849 Fax: 01388 721415

John Sowter UK Representative

Tel: 01427 890455 Mob: 07810 205065

Equipment + Process Design

Technical & Social Programme 2012 - 2013

25th September 2012 Technical Visit to Ffos-y-Fran

Land Reclamation Site 10th October 2012 Technical Visit to Hanson

Brickworks, Measham 23rd October 2012 Technical Paper by BASF -

Speaker & Venue TBA

7th December 2012 Christmas Dinner & Dance Crown Hotel, Bawtry, Doncaster

17th January 2013 Hopley Lecture - The Ashby Canal Project (Joint mtg SMMMI) Mr Geoffrey Purseglove

Willesley Park Golf Club 12th February 2013 Earthmover Tyre Management (Joint mtg IoQ Yorkshire) Mr Richard Jones, Michelin Tyres

University Centre High Melton 21st March 2013 The Management of Lubrication

Mr Bill Sutton UK Coal HQ, Harworth

8thApril 2013 Technical Paper, Subject TBA (Joint mtg IoQ Midlands) Forest Hill GC

20th April 2013 Mining & Minerals Industry Dinner & Dance Royal Victoria Holiday Inn Hotel, Sheffield April/May 2013 Northern & Southern Group AGM’s 26th July 2013 Yorkshire Golf Day

Styrrup Golf Club, Doncaster

Unit 3 Craggs Industrial Park Morven Street Creswell Worksop Nottinghamshire S80 4AJ Tel: 01909 722239 Fax: 01909 724411 sales@ajscontracts.co.uk

Norec Ltd Fallbank, Dodworth, Barnsley S73 3LS Tel: 01226 730440 Fax:01226 730688 www.norec.ltd.uk

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Group Annual General Meetings

Northern Group held its AGM on Monday 23rd April 2012 at Norec Ltd Headquarters in Barnsley. The minutes of the last AGM were approved, then Group Secretary/ Treasurer Colin Scargill gave a detailed report of events held in 2011 - 2012 and the Group's financial and mem-bership status. Elections were then held, with the follow-

ing being elected to serve on Group committee:

Chairman - John Sowter (Second Term)

Vice-Chairman - Peter Cooper

Secretary/Treasurer - Colin Scargill

Committee - A Lilliott, V Branfoot, S Pringle, P Marshall

Councillors - A Lilliott, S Pringle, P Skinner

Chairman John Sowter ex-pressed his thanks to Colin Scargill and other members of the Group committee for their support over the past year, and said that he was pleased to be given the op-portunity to serve as Group Chairman for a second term; he was looking forward to working with the new Group Committee to ensure another

successful year.

The Annual General Meeting of Southern Group was held at Willesley Park Golf Club on Wednesday 23rd May 2012. Chairman Douglas Jenkinson presided, and after the formalities of approving minutes etc., gave a review of events held during the year, all of which were successful despite poor attendance by MES members. There being

no new candidates, Group Committee was re-elected :

Chairman - Douglas Jenkinson

Secretary - David Baillie

Treasurer - Douglas Jenkinson

Council - A Morgan, D Redmond, P Riley, S Frankland

Northern Group Southern Group

I am sure you will all be aware of the sharp rise in postage costs which came into effect on 30th April 2012. Postage costs are now a substantial element of the Society's expenditure, with each issue of this newsletter now costing over £300 in postage as stamped mail. The subject has been debated by Council, and there are mixed views. Some feel that the current hard copy publication should be maintained, others would be happy to receive it by electronic means. Of course, publishing an e-newsletter would either mean obtaining members' e-mail addresses or linking it to

the Society website www.mineralsengineering.org, which would mean logging on to the website to read it.

What do you think?

As always, you can express your views via the dedicated newsletter e-mail address: newsletter@fdcgroup.co.uk

L to R: Mike Gurr, Arthur Morgan, Doug Jenkinson Brian Everitt, David Baillie John Sowter

Message from the Editor - who wants an e-newsletter?

The 53rd Annual General Meeting of the Minerals Engineering Society will be held at The Twin Oaks Hotel, off Junc-tion 29 of the M1 near Chesterfield on Thursday 20th September 2012, commencing at 12 noon. A buffet lunch will be provided after the business of the AGM has been concluded. Please submit apologies for non-attendance, but also indicate if you will be attending so that buffet requirement can be assessed, to:

Eur Ing A W Howells HFMES Honorary Secretary/Treasurer 2 Ryton Close, Blyth, Notts S81 8DN

E-mail: hon.sec.mes@lineone.net

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