Shafts & Hoisting Systems

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Shafts and hoists that increase productivity

From the highest headframes to the deepest mine shafts, we¡¯re experts in finding ways to transport materials from underground to the surface, and beyond, while making sure efficiency and safety are the top priorities. Let us help you develop the right design to meet your targets.

Do you need help with shaft design?

Whether you¡¯re designing a new mine, looking to examine existing infrastructure, or expanding capacity, we have skilled shaft and hoisting experts who work with you to tailor designs to your needs. We have experience in shaft configuration, ground consolidation method, sinking method, and collar excavation. We also offer shaft collar and vent plenum design and station design.

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Recent Projects

Cyclone Mineral Sands Project

Eucla Basin, Western Australia

Remote Managed Aquifer Recharge North Project

Pilbara, Western Australia

Cerro Corona Gold Mine

Cajamarca, Peru

Tailing Pond Storage Optimization

Belgium

Mardie Salt and Potash Production Project

Western Australia, Australia

Lake Mackay Sulphate of Potash Project

Lake Mackay (Wilkinkarra), Western Australia

The Hardrock Project

Municipality of Greenstone, Ontario

Eliwana Mine Project

Pilbara, Western Australia

Wingellina Nickel Project Section 46 Change of Condition

Surveyor Generals Corner, Ngaanyatjarra-Giles WA, Australia

Tanami Expansion Project

Tanami, Northern Territory

Flash Flotation Facility Engineering Design

Goldfields-Esperance, Western Australia

Historic Waiuta Gold Mine Site Remediation

Waiuta, New Zealand

Holden Mine - CERCLA Remedial Design/Remedial Action

Washington State

BHP Yarrie Lake

Pilbara, Western Australia

Gil Mine - Expansion and Groundwater Interception System Evaluation

Fairbanks, Alaska

Lake Roe Gold Project

Kalgoorlie, Goldfields, Western Australia

Mandalong Mine Stockpile Conveyor

Mandalong, New South Wales

BHP Outflow Sample Station Upgrade

Port Hedland, Western Australia

Norton Gold Fields Enterprise Mine Infrastructure

Ora Banda, Western Australia

Roy Hill Mine Workshop Facilities Peer Review

Newman, Western Australia

Ultrafine Iron Recovery Project

Pilbara, Western Australia

Vanadium Electrolyte Plant ¨C EPCM

Australia

Marathon Palladium - Mining Environmental Impact Assessment

Marathon, Ontario

Efem?ukuru Mine ¨C Underground Crushing Station

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Our People

Derek Naude, Principal, Manger Hoisting & Shafts

I¡¯m passionate about delivering elegant and cost-effective client-based solutions that are focused toward the future.

Andy Pitz, Consulting Engineer, Mining, Minerals & Metals

I enjoy connecting clients, both internal and external, with simple, effective solutions.

Rich Saccany, Senior Consultant, Mining, Minerals & Metals

Projects are like puzzles. My objective is to make sure all the pieces come together.
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Brian Mashford, Senior Vice President, Mining, Minerals & Metals

Motivation and long-term success are created by purpose, clear goals, and clear expectations.
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Jason Morrow, Manager, Shafts & Hoisting

My job is always most rewarding when I¡¯m able to provide results to clients that go above and beyond their expectations.

Derek Naude

Principal, Manger Hoisting & Shafts

Andy Pitz

Consulting Engineer, Mining, Minerals & Metals

Rich  Saccany

Senior Consultant, Mining, Minerals & Metals

Brian Mashford

Senior Vice President, Mining, Minerals & Metals

Jason Morrow

Manager, Shafts & Hoisting

Services

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  • Material Handling Systems

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  • Mining - Environmental Services

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  • Mine Water Treatment

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Mine Power Whether you are designing a new project or expanding your operations, we can assess your power needs, and design a system that meets your requirements, and is adaptable to long-term plans.
Hydrogeology & Geochemistry We accurately assess your mine¡¯s water footprint and the water variability expected over the life of your mine using a suite of modeling platforms.
Material Handling Systems Whether you're mining underground or at the surface, we can help you move materials important to your operation.
Mining - Environmental Services By understanding your goals and the needs of regulators and stakeholders, we can put together a strategy that is balanced for success.
Mine Ventilation Systems One of our most important roles when ventilating an underground mine worker safety: making sure airflow is sufficient in quantity and quality.
Mine Water Treatment We have the experience and technical skills to evaluate, design, and build water treatment systems that are tailored to the unique factors of your mine.

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    Work with passionate people who are experts in their field. Our teams love what they do and are driven by how their work makes an impact on the communities they serve.