Authors: F. Delabbio, D.Eastick, C.Graves, D.Sprott, T.MacKinnon, M. Bétournay
CIM/ICM Bulletin: Technical Papers, September 2004 to January 2006
Abstract
The successful implementation of a new technology in an underground production mine requires many challenges to be overcome. These challenges include mine hardening of new technology, mitigation of safety risks and hazards, mine operation support, and technology transfer to mine staff. In the end, the majority of these challenges relate to the human aspects of implementation. The approach selected to overcome these challenges must be customized and appropriate for each unique situation. This paper will outline the approach used to address these challenges as part of successful implementation and resulting demonstration of the hydrogen fuelcell locomotive at the Placer Dome – Campbell Mine.
