Posts on the Topic Safety

The mining excise tax, established under the Black Lung Revenue Act of 1977, is levied on coal producers to fund the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund, providing crucial support for miners affected by black lung disease; it reflects both a...

Mining Lab Nexa, an innovation program by Nexa Resources, addresses critical challenges in mining and metallurgy through technological solutions focused on decarbonization, circular economy, productivity, safety, and water management. Since its inception in 2016, the program has piloted numerous successful...

Flux in mining enhances efficiency and reduces costs by lowering the melting point of ores, removing impurities, and improving overall productivity. Despite challenges like corrosivity and health hazards, its benefits such as increased efficiency, cost reduction, improved product quality, environmental...