Mining

Mining companies rely on surveyors to perform pit, excavation, tunnel and volumetric surveys.

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Executive Order Will Drive Demand for Surveying and Mapping

John M. Palatiello

January 4, 2018

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Lost among many pre-holiday activities, including President Trump signing the tax bill into law, was the President's issuance of an Executive Order on Critical Minerals on December 21.

Reader Feedback: Underground Mine Surveying

February 1, 2017

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I just read your article on underground mine surveying, which brought back a lot of memories.

Optimizing GNSS Workflow Flexibility

Jacek Pietruczanis

November 1, 2016

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The technology ecosystem aiding land surveyors and GIS professionals of today is rapidly advancing, incorporating more features and functions that are enabling faster deliverables in sleeker and smaller form factors.

A Salty Situation for Surveyors Working in Western Australia

Ted Read

May 25, 2015

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With an elevation just below sea level and virtually no rainfall for four years, the saturated brine contained in Australia’s Lake Macleod is about 10 times more saline than normal seawater.

Satellite Imagery reduces risk of drilling for oil

The View From Above

Satellite Imagery Improves Quality of Seismic Surveys

Vele Galovski

August 29, 2013

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For nearly a century, energy companies have relied on seismic surveys as crucial information sources in the quest to discover subsurface oil and gas reservoirs. Advances in computing power have dramatically improved the fidelity of reservoir simulations, driving the need for more complex and precise seismic surveys.

2013 Salary & Benefits Study: Professional Pay on an Uptrend

POB's 2013 study shows that more surveying firms are hiring, business opportunities are growing and salaries are on the rise

April 29, 2013

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Conducted by BNP Media's Market Research department, the 2013 study reveals a number of key trends in surveying and mapping and provides insights on how firms and individuals are dealing with changing markets and converging technologies.

Underwater survey from the shore

Accurate underwater topography leads to improved decision-making in fields such as mining, environmental management and oil production.

Christine Grahl

April 26, 2013

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A remote-control surveying technology makes it easier and safer to gather critical data.<

Tunnel Beneath the Bay

John Stenmark LS

January 7, 2013

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For decades, California's Hetch Hetchy water system has supplied water to the San Francisco Bay Area. But the aging system is nearing the end of its useful life and is seismically vulnerable. Constructing a solution requires accurate, nerve-racking surveying.

Rock Solid

John Stenmark LS

November 1, 2012

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Modern mining is a difficult, narrow-margin business. A Nevada mine uses advanced surveying technology to control costs and improve safety.

An Explosive Field for Surveying

Anthony Comber

October 4, 2012

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Accurate measurements and detailed 3D models are crucial for improving drilling and blasting operations in mining.

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In the December issue of POB, we consider how geospatial professionals play a critical role in mapping and modeling for risk as well as providing information during disaster response and recovery phases.

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