Publications

02 Sept 2025
Mining and Metals

Why geotechnical data needs its own modelling approach in modern mining: a block modelling example from the Santa Cruz project

Block modelling is a cornerstone of modern mine planning. It transforms isolated spatial point data, typically assay values for metal grades like gold, copper, nickel, iron etc., into a continuous, volumetric representation of data/information within an ore body. For decades, geostatistical methods such as kriging and inverse distance weighting have formed the backbone of this practice, allowing engineers to estimate grade distribution with strong mathematical confidence.
Atulya Verma, P.Eng.

Principal Engineer, Mining and Geology
01 Oct 2024
Mining and Metals

Solving structural vibration issues
13 Sept 2024
Energy and Chemical Processes

The role of hydrogen toward a greener future
- Joe Nava, P.Eng.
  
  Global Director, Advanced Fuels and Chemicals
05 Sept 2024
All industries

Battery storage: the heartbeat of renewable energy
- Nishant Gehani, P.Eng.
  
  Director, Power systems
30 Aug 2024
Power and Renewables

Wind power meeting challenges of low-carbon energy demand
06 Aug 2024
Power and Renewables

Stay vanes refurbishment: factors to consider in decision making

Most North American hydroelectric power plants were built decades ago. The owners of these ageing structures are preparing their upgrade and contemplating what scope should be included. Turbine runners and guide vanes are normally included in the list of parts to replace since their hydraulic profile was designed long before digital tools were available. The same logic could extend to the stay vanes, but these are embedded in concrete and, when necessary, must be modified on site. Since this constraint brings additional complexity, what factors should be considered when deciding whether the stay vanes should be upgraded or not?
Félix-Antoine Payette, P.Eng., M.Sc.

Senior Engineer, Industrial and Hydro
02 Aug 2024
All industries

Recycling: a cornerstone of decarbonization
18 Jul 2024
All industries

Industrial companies are spearheading the fight against climate change
09 Jul 2024
Power and Renewables

Modular construction: Pros and cons
- Xing Li, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Structural
28 Jun 2024
Power and Renewables

How can energy efficiency support decarbonization efforts?
- Pierre-Luc Bouchard, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Energy and Air Quality
25 Jun 2024
All industries

Valuing Indigenous knowledge to develop natural resources sustainably

The summer solstice is spiritually significant to many Indigenous communities. That's why June 21, the longest day of the year, was named National Indigenous Peoples Day. It marks a time to acknowledge the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples across Canada.
18 Jun 2024
Mining and Metals

The Québec mining sector: a new regulatory requirement as of May 2024
- Andréanne Séguin
  
  Senior Advisor, Social Acceptability
12 Jun 2024
Mining and Metals

CIM CONNECT 2024 | Convention & Expo: key insights from Amanda Fitch
- Amanda Fitch, P.Eng.
  
  Regional Director, Mining and Metals Market, Western Canada
10 Jun 2024
Power and Renewables

Enhancing process optimization with control loop performance monitoring
- Maxym Lachance, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Process Control and Operational Technology
04 Jun 2024
Mining and Metals

Mining 4.0: digital technology, an ally to the green revolution
- Jean-François Beaulieu
  
  Director, Digital Consultant
28 May 2024
Mining and Metals

Noise control at mining sites: an essential step toward harmonious production

Companies in the mining sector are subject to many obligations, including adherence to noise regulations, worker safety, harmonious cohabitation with neighbouring communities and compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
21 May 2024

Psychological health and safety: working toward a culture of support, trust and openness
08 May 2024
Power and Renewables

Compressed air: a more precious resource than it may seem
- Jérémie Côté, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Management - Power Market
07 May 2024
Mining and Metals

On the green road: electrification transforms the mining landscape in B.C.
- Amanda Fitch, P.Eng.
  
  Regional Director, Mining and Metals Market, Western Canada
01 May 2024
Mining and Metals

Geochemistry – Part II: Predicting metal leaching and acid rock drainage (ML/ARD) chemistry
- Todd McCracken, P.Geo.
  
  Department Manager, Mining and Geology
15 Apr 2024
Mining and Metals

Geochemistry – Part I: What is metal leaching and acid rock drainage (ML/ARD), and how does it occur?
Todd McCracken, P.Geo.

Department Manager, Mining and Geology
25 Mar 2024
Mining and Metals

What we know about processing nitrogen compounds in mining effluents
04 Mar 2024
Other industries

Optimizing solutions for air quality and acoustics in industrial settings
29 Feb 2024
Power and Renewables

An integrated and strategic approach to decarbonize industrial compagnies
- Stéphane Charest, P.Eng.
  
  Vice-president, Energy and Chemicals Market
25 Jan 2024
Energy and Chemical Processes

Producing iron ore for the direct-reduced iron market
- Catherine Pelletier, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Process Mining and Metals
08 Jan 2024
Power and Renewables

Advanced HV-lab testing and condition assessments

As a third-party, independent organization, BBA has established a high-voltage (HV) laboratory, designed to support manufacturers, electrical contractors and end-users with a wide range of qualification testing, type testing, acceptance testing, condition assessment and root cause failure or forensic analysis of electrical equipment. The BBA HV laboratory is optimized to perform design, production and qualification testing on low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) power cables, terminations or joints, switchgears, bushings, distribution transformers, live-line tools and other electrical equipment. Likewise, the HV lab supports original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for research and development, prototype and trial testing.
Ali Naderian, Ph.D., P.Eng., PE, IEEE SM

Principal Advisor, High Voltage Services
12 Dec 2023
Power and Renewables

Empowering health and safety: leveraging resilience and innovation in workplace
06 Dec 2023
Power and Renewables

Developing a reliable mining decarbonization plan
- Dave Olsthoorn, P.Eng., M.A.Sc.
  
  Engineer, Energy and Air Quality
07 Nov 2023
Mining and Metals

Sulphide self-heating behaviours, risks, mitigation and prevention
- Patrick Beaulieu, EIT
  
  Engineering Intern, Mechanical and Structural
06 Nov 2023
Other industries

Pivo-Mesh and March-Mesh
- Omid Sargazi, P.Eng., P.E.
  
  Senior Engineer, Civil
11 Oct 2023
Mining and Metals

Conveyor belt misalignment can negatively impact production and operating costs

Misalignments are a common issue with belt conveyors. They can lead to higher operating costs, capacity losses, unscheduled shutdowns, material spillage and unsafe operator conditions. It can also damage the belt itself, the structure, the pulleys, the idlers and the side travel switches. What can be done to prevent this from happening or, at the very least, keep it under control and at acceptable levels?
Luis Ramirez, P.Eng.

Principal Engineer, Mechanical