Mining and Minerals Processing
Natural resource-based industries such as mining and forest products have similar environmental and operational challenges. Typically, large areas of land are disturbed, affecting surface water drainage and wetlands. While most facilities were originally located in rural areas, commercial and residential development is encroaching on many operations. Most operations are highly self-reliant, relying only infrequently
on outside services. While mining and mineral processing activities are conducted for a wide variety of products, several fundamental principles are common to all operations. Planning is critical, to ensure that reserves are available, that permits are in place, and that
equipment will perform. Cost control is essential.
SynTerra personnel know and understand the mining industry. Prior to consulting,
most of our staff worked in industrial settings such as mines, refineries, chemical plants and manufacturing facilities.
SynTerra brings sound technical expertise and extensive regulatory experience to the practical level necessary to support mining operations. Our drive for innovative solutions has resulted in unique, costeffective designs for large-volume waste materials such as sludges.
Key ServicesSynTerra services to mining companies range from environmental studies and permits to fundamental operations support.
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These services include:
- Mine operations and reclamation permitting.
- Wetlands delineation and permitting.
- Plant environmental management.
- Water, storm water and wastewater permitting and design.
- Closure of impoundments and spoils piles.
- Litigation support.
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