01 Oct 2024
Mining and Metals
Solving structural vibration issues
Publications
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A structure subjected to vibrational stresses can exhibit unexpected behaviour and may suffer rapid damage. For instance, some members far from the source of vibration may begin to vibrate significantly, a phenomenon known as resonance. When the vibration frequency of an external influence approaches the resonant frequency of the system under study—determined by the system's properties—it can lead to substantial displacements and even catastrophic structural failure.
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27 Nov 2018Power and RenewablesBudgeting tips for engineering project management
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Marie Chiasson, P.Eng.
Practice Leader, Engineering Management
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02 Nov 2018Mining and MetalsThe use of 3D models and analysis in support of waste stockpile design and operations
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02 Nov 2018Mining and MetalsPractical nomograms for waste rock piles design on competent foundations
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02 Nov 2018Mining and MetalsMine waste rock storage facilities design, construction and operation as engineered structures
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02 Nov 2018Mining and MetalsAssessment of design and operating practices on the risks associated with waste rock stockpiles -
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02 Nov 2018Mining and MetalsGuidance for the safe and optimized operation of waste rocks facilities
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23 Oct 2018Power and RenewablesUnderstanding, quantifying and correcting noise sources
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06 Jul 2018Power and RenewablesControl system performance: Which figures should be considered?
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Michel Ruel, P.Eng.
Expert, Process Control
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06 Jul 2018Power and RenewablesEverything you need to know about arc-flash hazard analyses
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Joel Sourceaux, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Electrical - Power Systems, Protection and Control
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06 Jul 2018Power and RenewablesA comprehensive commissioning and maintenance program for electrical distribution equipment identifies factors that can cause failures and provides the means to correct them. Such a program can help identify risks that might lead to equipment failure or power outages and correct these risks at a time when their impact is minimal. Well-maintained equipment reduces production shutdowns while minimizing major failures, which in turn decreases overall operating costs. To ensure electrical equipment and devices function properly, it is essential to set up an effective commissioning, maintenance and testing program through an in-house service or through subcontracting to a private company specialized in this practice.Commissioning and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment: which approach to adopt
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Dominic Dubreuil, P.Eng.
Electrical Engineer
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05 Jul 2018Mining and MetalsImplementing an industrial mining project: noise challenges
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05 Jul 2018Power and RenewablesPower grid protection... don't wing it!
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Rémi Hallé, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Electrical - Power Systems, Protection and Control
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05 Jul 2018Power and RenewablesWorkforce challenges in industrial electrical facilities
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Pierre Girard, P.Eng.
National Practice Leader, Electrical
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05 Jul 2018Power and RenewablesBBA's equipment and systems testing process
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Pierre Girard, P.Eng.
National Practice Leader, Electrical
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17 May 2018Energy and chemical processesIndustrial accidents will impact at least one of the following: worker safety, the environment, assets, future investments, reputation…and are always very disruptive! What can be done to prevent it from ever happening again? After any type of incident, people are always greatly concerned and want to fix every distressing aspect. So where do you start?Major incidents: corrective actions for "never again!"
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Lyne Ricard, P.Eng.
Senior Consulting Expert, Advanced Fuels and Chemicals
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06 May 2018Power and RenewablesIndustry 4.0 or a new wave in an industrial environment
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Michel Ruel, P.Eng.
Expert, Process Control
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04 May 2018Power and RenewablesPower generating stations: a wealth of opportunity
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11 Jan 2018Power and RenewablesInterconnection: 3 things renewable developers should know
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05 Dec 2017Power and RenewablesThe benefits of witnessing electrical factory acceptance tests (FATS)
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Maurice Brisson, P.Eng., M.A.Sc.
Senior Consulting Expert, Power System Planning
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06 Oct 2017Power and RenewablesEnergy saving initiatives can be used to reduce operating costs for industrial facilities. However, a careful assessment must be made before selecting proper solutions. In practice, there are no “one-size-fits-all” solutions to save on electricity costs. A proactive approach to energy management is often recommended since the electric power industry is constantly changing. Long-term energy management strategies should be reviewed yearly to identify new energy saving opportunities.Revisiting electrical energy saving initiatives for industrial facilities
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Aaron Mc Loughlan
Electrical Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
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05 Jul 2017Other industriesCombustible dust: managing explosion hazards more effectively – Part 2
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Hugues Châteauneuf, P.Eng.
Senior Consulting Expert, Ventilation, Hazardous Locations, Explosion Hazards
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05 Jul 2017Power and RenewablesIs your control system ground in good working condition?
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Pierre Girard, P.Eng.
National Practice Leader, Electrical
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15 Jun 2017Other industriesCriteria for data centre location
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Yves Bétournay, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Electrical - Power Generation and Apparatus
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06 Jun 2017Power and RenewablesArc-flash hazard on direct current (DC) systems
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06 Jun 2017Mining and MetalsA typical mining production line includes ore extraction, ore processing and shipping concentrate to refineries. These mining facilities have multiple sub-processes; each is highly complex and depends on the proper operation of the other to produce high quality concentrate. Efficient management of intraprocess and interprocess interactions ensures solid performance at mining facilities.Design and mining simulations
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12 May 2017Power and RenewablesWhat everyone should know about hydraulic balancing
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François St-Germain, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Industrial and Hydro
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09 Mar 2017Power and RenewablesThe challenge of refurbishing hydroelectric generating stations
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22 Sep 2016Power and RenewablesOff-grid hybrid systems through adaptive power setpoints
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Stéphan Landry, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer, Electrical - Power Generation and Apparatus
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05 Jul 2016Mining and MetalsSmoke tracing: a diagnostic tool for ventilation
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Hugues Châteauneuf, P.Eng.
Senior Consulting Expert, Ventilation, Hazardous Locations, Explosion Hazards
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05 Jul 2016Power and RenewablesPower systems can incur temporary and transient disruptions (e.g., rapid voltage changes or over/under voltages) when switching major equipment, such as power transformers, transmission lines and capacitor banks.Switching transient analyses: a worthwhile investment!
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Maurice Brisson, P.Eng., M.A.Sc.
Senior Consulting Expert, Power System Planning
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