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Reko Diq Copper and Gold Processing Guide

The document outlines the Reko Diq processing project, detailing the inputs required, including natural resources, human resources, machinery, energy, and support infrastructure. It describes the processing stages of mining, crushing, concentration, refining, and waste management, leading to the output of refined copper and gold, along with by-products like molybdenum. The project is expected to significantly contribute to local economic development and generate substantial revenue for Pakistan.

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Reko Diq Copper and Gold Processing Guide

The document outlines the Reko Diq processing project, detailing the inputs required, including natural resources, human resources, machinery, energy, and support infrastructure. It describes the processing stages of mining, crushing, concentration, refining, and waste management, leading to the output of refined copper and gold, along with by-products like molybdenum. The project is expected to significantly contribute to local economic development and generate substantial revenue for Pakistan.

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New Horizon Of Unique Learning

Name: Muhammad Shams Khan

Registration#: 203-F22-003

Subject: Manufacturing Processes (ME-303)

Department: Mechanical (5th semester)

Submitted to: Miss Anum Kulsoom

Assignment Topic: Reko Diq Processing


The input phase involves all the resources required to
extract copper and gold from the Reko Diq site. Key
inputs include:

Natural Resources:
Copper and gold ore deposits located underground.
Water for ore processing, sourced from local
groundwater or reservoirs.

Human Resources:
Skilled labor, including geologists, engineers, miners, and
technicians.
Input

Machinery and Equipment:


Heavy machinery such as excavators, drills, and crushers.
Processing plant equipment, including grinding mills and
flotation cells.

Energy:
Electricity for machinery and processing plants.
Fuel for transportation and machinery operations.

Support Infrastructure:
Roads, camps, and communication systems to support
mining operations.
Processing involves converting raw ore into refined metals. Key
processes at Reko Diq include:
1. Mining and Excavation:
Open-pit mining techniques are used to excavate the ore from large
pits. Explosives are used to break the rocks for easier handling.
2. Crushing and Grinding:
The ore is crushed into smaller pieces and ground into fine particles.

Process
3. Concentration:
The finely ground ore is processed through flotation to separate
copper and gold minerals from waste material (tailings). Froth
flotation involves mixing the ore with water and chemicals to create
a slurry, where valuable minerals attach to bubbles and rise to the
surface.

4. Refining:
The concentrate is sent to smelters, where it is heated to extract
pure copper and gold. Smelting involves melting the concentrate at
high temperatures to remove impurities.

5. Waste Management:
Tailings (leftover materials after mineral extraction) are stored in
tailings dams to prevent environmental harm.
The output stage delivers refined materials and associated by-
products. For Reko Diq, these include:

Main Products:
Refined copper (used in electrical wiring, construction, and
industrial equipment).
Refined gold (used in jewelry, electronics, and as a financial asset).

By-products:
Molybdenum and other trace minerals extracted during Output
processing.

Economic Output:
Job creation and local development in Balochistan.
Revenue generation for Pakistan through exports and royalties.

Example
In 2023, Reko Diq was expected to produce approximately 200,000
tons of copper and 250,000 ounces of gold annually. The
processing plant and associated infrastructure were designed to
handle millions of tons of ore per year, demonstrating the project's
potential for large-scale output.

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