Publications

25 Nov 2024
Mining and Metals

High-purity iron ore: a key asset for decarbonization

High-purity iron, which was recently added to Québec's list of critical minerals, could play a pivotal role in global decarbonization efforts. Catherine Pelletier, Senior Engineer, Mining and Metals, at BBA, and Isabelle Leblanc, Vice-President, Mining and Metals, at BBA, explain how this mineral can be used to produce greener steel—a key material for the energy transition
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
29 Sept 2023
Power and Renewables

Designing foundations on silty soil
20 Sept 2023

Ingenious women – Yiru Wang
- Yiru Wang, P.Eng.
  
  Mechanical Engineer
09 Aug 2023
Mining and Metals

Fatigue phenomena when designing industrial steel structures – Part 2
- Omid Sargazi, P.Eng., P.E.
  
  Senior Engineer, Civil
20 Jul 2023
Power and Renewables

Ensuring sustainability by tackling the climate crisis
12 Jul 2023
Power and Renewables

Purposeful planning for mining decarbonization

Based on current worldwide policies, climate projections are estimated to result in about 2.7°C above pre-industrial levels.1 Increased GHG emissions from human activity, including heavy industry, is one of the leading contributors to the temperature rate increase. As unprecedented heat waves, fires and floods are being witnessed around the world, global social awareness of climate change is rising quickly. This is putting tremendous focus on environmental initiatives and driving action toward sustainable investments in greener energy.
Dave Olsthoorn, P.Eng., M.A.Sc.

Engineer, Energy and Air Quality
23 Jun 2023

Ingenious women – Tatiana Guerrero
22 Jun 2023
Mining and Metals

Fatigue phenomena when designing industrial steel structures – Part 1
- Omid Sargazi, P.Eng., P.E.
  
  Senior Engineer, Civil
21 Jun 2023
Power and Renewables

Respect and transparency as foundations for lasting partnerships
15 Jun 2023
Power and Renewables

Operational data: the driving force behind transparency
- Souheil Sabbagh, P.Eng., MBA
  
  Vice-President, Digital Expertise
02 Jun 2023
Power and Renewables

Acoustic measurements: the effects of weather on sound propagation

Weather conditions influence noise levels, especially over long distances, and need to be considered when taking acoustic measurements. In Québec, the Ministère de l’Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (MELCCFP) has established criteria for weather conditions that must be met in such situations. The criteria are set out in Note d’instructions [guidance note] 98-01.
Annabelle Paré

Engineer, Environnemental Engineering
31 May 2023

Ingenious women – Lyne Ricard
- Lyne Ricard, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Consulting Expert, Advanced Fuels and Chemicals
18 May 2023
Power and Renewables

Knowledge as a catalyst: digital power systems take hold in industry
- Marc-André Perron, P.Eng.
  
  Director, Management - Digital Power Systems
03 May 2023
Mining and Metals

Properly preparing a strategic plan to pump mine tailings
- Guylaine St-Jean, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Industrial and Hydro
28 Apr 2023

Ingenious women – Julia Gartley
- Julia Gartley, P.Eng., M.B.A.
  
  Vice-President, Health, Safety and Sustainability
27 Apr 2023
Power and Renewables

Preserving biodiversity: an attainable challenge for industry
10 Apr 2023
Power and Renewables

The transition to renewable energy is more accessible than ever, and it’s not just about environmental benefits
- François Vitez, P.Eng.
  
  Vice-President, Power and Renewables Market
23 Mar 2023
Power and Renewables

Noise exposure in the workplace: changes coming soon in Québec
15 Mar 2023
Power and Renewables

Energy efficiency can generate substantial savings. So, where should we start?
03 Mar 2023
Mining and Metals

Slurry pipe sanding: BBA approach for load case design criteria in brownfield projects
- Roman Dorfman, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Piping
27 Feb 2023

Ingenious women – Mina Shahraki

"Growing up in Iran with a family background in biology and medicine, it was expected of me to pursue a profession as a medical doctor. However, my passion for math and physics, as well as my desire to create safe environments, drew me to the field of civil engineering. I wanted to learn how to design structures that could withstand any external conditions and provide safety for those inside. Despite the societal pressure to conform to traditional gender roles, my parents encouraged me to pursue my interests and supported my decision to study civil engineering. They firmly believed that their daughters should have the freedom to pursue their dreams without limitations.
Mina Shahraki, P.Eng., P.E.

Department Manager, Civil