Issue No.12 Summer 2012 - Minerals Engineering Society

Issue 11
Spring 2012
The Minerals Engineering Society
(Formerly The Coal Preparation Society)
Horizons
'Minerals Engineering 2012'
- A Quality Event
Minerals Engineering 2012, the third in a series of annual
symposia nationally organised by the Minerals Engineering
Society, co-sponsored by the Coal Research Forum
and South Midlands Mining and Minerals Institute,
was held at the Hilton East Midlands Airport Hotel on
Thursday 24th May 2012.
These events just keep getting better: this was a quality
event with quality speakers, and MES President Greg
Kelley welcomed 50 delegates to the symposium. He
was encouraged that in these challenging times so many
had taken the time to attend. Past seminars had been
themed, he said, but this symposium would be a review
of highlights in the mineral processing field.
Dr Mike Richards, Chairman of SMMMI, chaired the first
session and introduced Mick Naylor, Process Engineer,
Parnaby Cyclones International & Fellow of the MES,
whose presentation was entitled "78 Degrees North -
The World's most Northerly Coal Preparation Plant"
Mick began by illustrating,
with slides, the topography
of Spitsbergen,
largest island in Svalbard,
Norway, the most northerly
inhabited region of
Europe. The capital is
Longyearbyen on the
western coast and the
valleys around are scattered
with disused coal
Mick Naylor
mines; the main producer
currently is the Svea
Mine, 60km to the south.
Parnaby was contacted by the mine owners in late 2009,
and initially supplied a pre-owned 100t/h mobile drum
plant to treat oversize raw coal. This was literally dragged
on a sledge over several glaciers from Longyearbyen to
the mine, as Svea Harbour is ice-bound for half the year.
Bids were then invited for a 400t/h plant, resulting in an
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5 Ffos-y-Fran Update
order placed with Parnaby in mid- 2010. The design had
to meet strict planning and environmental constraints as
well as the problems of transport and construction on
permafrost in an arctic climate. Mick outlined the method
of erection employed, and proudly stated that coal was
A Coal Prep Plant in an Arctic Desert!
first fed to the plant within 12 months of order date.
The plant comprises a single 1m diameter dense medium
cyclone with associated screens, small coal centrifuge,
spirals, fine coal centrifuge, thickener and MRF press.
The plant is controlled via a Siemens PCS7/400 system.
Special attention was given to design of the magnetite
recovery system due to cost and logistical problems of
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Richard Maslen, Process
Engineer at Fairport Engineering
Ltd., presented
the second and third papers
of the session. He
started with "Biomass
Conversion of Coal
Based Materials Handling
Facilities", which
was to have been copresented
by Haydn
Wren, Technical Manager,
Fairport Engineering.
Converting coal-fired power stations to biomass has
benefits but also drawbacks. Referring to the Large Coal
Plant Directive and the Renewables Obligations Order,
converting to full biomass utilisation could reduce NOx
emissions by 50%, SO2 by 65% and CO2 by 75%; and
attract 1.5 ROCs/MWh.
Richard then gave examples of the various types of biomass,
and indicated that the predominant UK focus was
on wood pellets, which have a much lower energy density
than coal, but a much lower ash and moisture content.
The main drawback is the creation of dust, causing occupational
health risks and fire/explosion hazard. While coal
dust can be suppressed with water, damp wood pellets
swell, decompose and can self-combust.
Using a Case Study approach for a typical power station,
Richard outlined an overall design philosophy for biomass
utilisation, covering dust management techniques,
delivery and unloading methods, bulk storage and daybin
requirements, conveying issues and milling safeguards.
He concluded that:
Richard Maslen
Biomass Power Generation is set to increase
Forms of biomass used will diversify
New industry best practise to be determined
Handle dust safely and economically and all else
will follow.
Richard then went on to present a paper entitled "Solid
Recovered Fuel for the Cement Industry - a Case
Study". Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) is derived from municipal
solid waste (MSW), and is increasingly being developed
worldwide as an energy source. Energy recovery
from SRF diverts waste material from landfill & reduces
fossil fuel consumption.
The Huyton Recycling
and Recovery
Centre on
Merseyside, part
of DEFRAs New
T e c h n o l o g i e s
Demonstrator Programme,
was delivered
on a turnkey
basis by Fairport
Engineering
by early 2008.
The plant capacity
i s 5 0 0 0 0 t p a
waste, from which
25000tpa SRF is
SRF Pellets
recovered.
Richard described the process equipment employed,
much of it standard stuff; only the thermal processing line
and biomass density separation machines are patented.
Two SRF products are made: Low Carbon Fuel (70%
biomass) and Renewable Power Fuel (85% biomass).
SRF Pellets can also be made.
Richard then presented some operational data from the
plant, illustrating that since commissioning the plant had
achieved improvements in net CV and recovery of the
products. Over a 30 month period, 130000t of waste had
been processed, yielding 63000t SRF; half had been sold
to cement manufacturers, and half to other users.
In conclusion, Richard indicated that there is viable technology
available to recover consistent SRF from waste,
and SRF is compliant with EU and UK regulation. However,
the markets for SRF were not yet fully developed.
The final presentation of the morning was by Graham
Davey, Global Process Support Manager, Metso Minerals,
on 'Metso Stirred Milling Technology'. Stirred mills
are generally recognized as cost saving technologies with
higher energy efficiency, lower installation costs and
lower operating costs.
Metso's machines offer optimum
equipment solutions for
industry looking for finer
grinds: the Vertimill® for
grinds 6mm - 20μm, and the
Stirred Mill Detritor for 1mm -
5μm. The Vertimill® is 30-
50% more energy efficient
than a ball mill, with lower
media consumption, longer
wear life, and lower installation
cost. Almost 400 units
have been sold worldwide.
Graham Davey
Graham illustrated benefits with results achieved from
actual applications, and indicated that replacement of
inefficient ball mills on secondary grinding roles could
have a big impact on operating expense.
The Stirred Mill Detritor (SMD) is primarily for fine grinding.
170 units have been sold worldwide, on base and
precious metal applications. Graham outlined the features
of this machine, and benefits achieved from use.
Graham concluded his presentation by outlining the features
of two plants utilising the machines - the Teck Pogo
Gold mine in Alaska, a two-stage SMD circuit, and the
Newcrest Cadia Gold-Copper mine in New South Wales,
a tertiary grinding addition to a high grade gold concentrator,
using the largest Vertmill® machine available.
The afternoon session was chaired by Prof. John Patrick
from CRF. He introduced David Hyde, Chairman of MEP
Ltd., Fellow MES, who presented "Modifications to Arcelor
Mittal Coal Preparation Plants in Kazakhstan".
This paper had been prepared jointly with Steve Frankland
of Dargo Associates, Past-President of the Society.
Arcelor Mittal's steel plant in Kazakhstan is supplied with
coking coal from its own eight coal mines in the nearby
Karaganda Basin. Coal is cleaned at 3 CPPs - Temirtau
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losses of coal and middlings
needed to be reduced
and throughput increased,
but lack of capital
precluded replacement of
jigs with DM plant, so it
was decided to install additional
fines treatment at
Temirtau #2 and Vostochnaya,
and to close Temirtau
#1 to reduce costs.
David Hyde
Tests and simulations using
Limn software showed that a 4% increase in yield of
coking coal was possible by cleaning the 2mm-0.2mm
fraction at a cut-point of 1.5RD. Spirals would not achieve
this, and there was insufficient room to accommodate
them anyway, so MEP were awarded a contract to supply
TBS Hydrosizers.
David showed a number of images from both plants, and
reported that an actual improvement in yield of 5% had
been achieved. Arcelor Mittal are currently planning further
projects to the value of $50million.
The next planned speaker was Dr Liam McNamara, Vice-
President, FLSmidth Minerals, but he was unable to attend,
and at short notice was replaced by Lucy England,
Sales Manager - Northern Europe for FLSmidth, who
presented "Continuous Improvements in Minerals
Processing". After outlining her company's background
and extensive R&D operation centres, Lucy indicated that
skills shortage is mining's biggest concern and discussed
this in some detail with the audience. Embarassingly,
though many raised their hands when Lucy asked "who
will retire within the next ten years?", few were able to
respond positively to the question "what are you doing to
pass on your skills?"
Lucy England
Lucy then described
FLSmidth capabilities to
provide complete solutions
in minerals processing,
including flowsheet
development, plant design
& build, equipment design
and manufacture, full or
partial operation and
maintenance, service supercentres,
and Expert
Control & Supervision
(ECS) - an automation &
process control platform
designed for the mineral and cement industries to provide
more efficient use of human resources. For the future,
the group is aiming to increase activity in customer services
with the goal of 10-15% growth and particular focus
on long term O&M contracts.
The final speaker of the day was Jamiel Muhor, Customer
Engineering Manager, BASF Global Marketing
Solutions, presenting "Technology Developments in
Flocculant Preparation and Performance". Jamiel introduced
the basics of flocculants: how they work and
what affects their performance, and after explaining the
difference between hydration time and dissolution time,
he outlined the importance of understanding all the parameters
affecting dissolution time when designing a flocculant
preparation plant. A conventional flocculant batching
system was illustrated, then Jamiel turned to his
theme of technology developments.
The Alcotech® CPS combines novel 'Controlled Vertical
Dissolution' mixing technology with the renowned Jet-
Wet® technology. This eliminates the need for a separate
storage tank, which reduces costs of civil and building
works, also mechanical and electrical installation and
maintenance costs.
The Alcotech® - TC dosing
control system was
originally designed for the
coal industry. Two types
are available - the TC Ultra
uses ultrasonic sensors
for sample measurement,
while the TC Micro-
Wedgewood is a more
advanced system with a
thickener overflow turbidity
sensor for control of
flocculant. Jamiel indicated the main benefits of these
units and their ability to respond to feed parameter fluctuations.
The third development described was the ETD Dose
Control Logic system, which monitors the density and
flow rate from the thickener to the tailings dam, and controls
flocculant addition to the dam via PLC. This is a simple
and effective packaged system which allows for a
fully automated remote flocculation plant, and provides
recipes for different
coal types and the
ability to fine tune.
Combined CPS
and ETD units
have been sold into
the Hunter Valley
in Australia. Jamiel
closed by indicating
that BASF were
working on further
Jamiel Muhor
developments in
Australia and for
the Aluminium industry,
but were Xstrata Coal, Mangoola NSW
CPS & ETD System,
not ready to show
these yet (A tempter for future symposia? - Ed.)
President Greg Kelley closed the symposium, thanking
all the presenters, the session chairmen, and the delegates
for participating in another successful symposium.
Report by Peter Cooper
Images by Mick Naylor, Richard Maslen, Jamiel Muhor,
Mike Gurr & Peter Cooper
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President’s Comments
Welcome again to our latest issue of Horizons. Some of you
would wish to call it our summer issue but this could be
somewhat contentious given the lack of summer sun and the
abundance of rain. Hopefully by the time this issue reaches
you we will be enjoying a late season.
As usual this issue covers a number of events that have
taken place since we last went to press, and likewise some
events to look forward to and support in the future. Our programme
of activities continues to be reasonably well supported
including the Spring symposium Minerals Engineering
2012, held at the Hilton Hotel, East Midlands. This was the
third symposium held during my office and like the previous
two proved to be well organised and well supported by
speakers and delegates alike. Also included are articles covering
a well presented Technical paper given by James Poyner
to the Northern Group on Ffos-y-Fran as well as the Annual
Joint Industries Dinner and Dance.
Sadly this will be my last newsletter message as your President
as the next issue will be circulated sometime after the
coming AGM in September. As with all good things time appears
to elapse so quickly and my two years as your Presi-
MES President Greg Kelley
dent is no exception. There are many good things that I would wish to say about my time in office but that will wait till
the next issue, so I would just like to say it has been an honour and privilege to serve as your President made special
by the support of Council and Group Activists. Many thanks to you all.
I hope you enjoy this issue and I look forward to seeing you at a MES event in the not too distant future. Remember
get involved - it’s vital to our future success and it’s also enjoyable.
Best regards
Greg
Greg Retires!
MES President Greg Kelley retired from his position as Managing Director of
Norec Ltd / Hargreaves Industrial Services Division at the end of May 2012.
Greg decided to take early retirement "to give complete time to my personal
life and fulfil numerous remaining goals with my family and friends”.
Greg worked at Coalite Ltd and the British Carbonisation Research Association
before joining British Coal to work in Coal Preparation in the early '80s.
In 1993 he joined Norec Ltd on Coal Preparation Operation & Maintenance
contracts, then took charge of the contract at Ratcliffe power station. His
management ability and 'can do' attitude led to advancement in the company,
leading to appointment as Managing Director in 2004. By then, Norec
had become established as providers of O&M services for materials handling
plants at power stations and port facilities. Following the acquisition of
Norec by the Hargreaves Group in 2006, Greg became MD of the Industrial
Greg's 'Leaving Do'
Services Division, and embarked on a programme of growth in 'hard' facilities
management and expansion into 'soft' facilities management. It was
about this time that Julie Garton (now Haynes) joined the company as Director
of Facilities Management, and it is she who has succeeded as MD of Hargeaves Industrial Services Division from
1 st June 2012.
Greg celebrated his retirement with colleagues, friends and family at a party held at Tankersley Manor Hotel, Barnsley,
where he was presented with a Mont Blanc Pen as a reminder of the many years he dedicated to Norec.
Greg and Norec colleagues have supported the MES for many years, and his many friends in the Society wish him
the best of luck in his retirement. We also wish Julie every success in leading the business forward, particularly as
she is also a Fellow of the Society and has pledged continuing support.
Photo courtesy of Lucie McDermott, Norec Ltd
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Ffos-y-Fran Update for Northern Group
The final 2011-2012 technical meeting of the Northern Group year was held on 15 th March 2012 at UK Coal Head
Office, Harworth, near Doncaster. Fifteen members enjoyed a pleasant buffet meal provided by UK Coal before
Group Chairman John Sowter introduced Mr James Poyner, Managing Director of Miller Group Limited Mining Division,
who gave a presentation on 'The Ffos-y-Fran Land Reclamation Scheme'.
After first giving a simplistic overview of opencast mining methodology,
James outlined the history of the scheme. In the mid 19th century, the area
around Merthyr Tydfil was the largest iron production centre in the world, but
the closure of the steel works and coal mines left large areas of dereliction by
the 1980s. After the Aberfan disaster of 1966 the government issued an edict
to local authorities to identify areas of land in need of reclamation, and mid-
Glamorgan County Council came up with the East Merthyr Land Reclamation
Scheme. This scheme sought to reclaim the derelict and dangerous land to
the east of Merthyr Tydfil by way of opencast coal mining operations, restoring
the land to beneficial use at no cost to the public purse. Phases I and II of
the Scheme have been completed but Phase III was delayed until recently
whilst access to the land was sought. This is the Ffos-y-Fran Land Reclamation
Scheme, which is the largest of the original three phases and will restore
367ha of derelict land. The reclamation works include the removal of known
shafts and adits all previously associated with iron ore and coal workings, as
well as the removal of fly tipping and many burnt out stolen cars from the
site. The scheme will create a better and safer environment for the local
community for the benefit of future generations.
Miller Argent (South Wales) Ltd - a joint venture between the Miller Group Ltd and the Argent Goup plc - was specifically
created to undertake the works. Planning permission was granted in 2006, site works commenced in June 2007
and will continue for 17½ years. James said that it is estimated that 11m tonnes of coal will be recovered from 165m
cubic metres of excavation. After coaling is completed, there will be a 2 year restoration period and five years of aftercare.
200 direct and 400 indirect jobs have been created, over 80% of these jobs are local. Annual production will
be between 750k and 1m tpa, shipped via the adjacent Cwmbargoed railhead. The first train was loaded in January
2008. The coal provides about 40% of burn at Aberthaw power station; other customers are the Port Talbot steelworks,
the cement and other industries, and domestic consumers. A barrel washing plant has been installed to clean
150ktpa of product for Aberthaw, and a DM system for 100ktpa of product for the steelworks and other customers.
Caterpillar 777F truck being loaded
by PC3000 excavator at Ffos-y-Fran
James outlined other benefits of the
scheme to the local community, including
restoration of 367Ha of land,
£1 per tonne donation to a community
benefit fund, two community
minibuses, and an education / training
centre. He indicated that noise
and dust suppression were major
considerations: haul roads were
regularly dowsed with water, and two
'fog cannons' had been purchased
for loading operations.
James Poyner
Miller Argent are now preparing a planning application for a new opencast coal mine incorporating land remediation
at Nant Llesg, Rhymney, a few miles to the East of Ffos-y-Fran. An estimated 5m - 8m tonnes of coal would be recovered
over a fifteen year programme, again shipped via Cwmbargoed.
James closed his presentation by posing the question "Coal - Friend or Foe?". After briefly outlining the history of
coal production in the UK, he opined that the country cannot manage without coal, it still provides about 30% of electricity
generation, yet without further consents by 2020 we will have no coal industry left to speak of.
After a lively Q&A session, a vote of thanks to James was well supported by those present.
Cwmbargoed Coal Disposal Point
Report by Peter Cooper, images courtesy of Miller Argent (South Wales) Ltd
Editor's Note: Northern Group have arranged a visit to the Ffos-y-Fran Land Reclamation site for 25 September
2012. Contact Colin Scargill, Honorary Secretary/Treasurer Northern Group, on mes.north@btinternet.com
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Mining & Minerals Industry Joint Annual Dinner Dance
The Midland Institute of Mining Engineers, The South Midlands
Mining and Minerals Institute, and the Minerals Engineering
Society got together for their annual joint dinner and dance at
the Holiday Inn Royal Victoria Hotel, Sheffield on Saturday 21 st
April 2012.
After the usual pre-dinner drinks and chat, 189 members and
guests gathered in the dining room to welcome the top table.
MES President Greg Kelley and wife Jean were joined by
Nicholas Scholey, President of the MIME, Mike Richards,
President of SMMMI, Mr John Blackwell and their respective
partners.
The MES was represented on an adjacent table by Past-
Presidents David Baillie, Peter Cooper, Brian Everitt, Mike Gurr
and Andrew Howells, along with their 'better halves'.
After a hearty dinner and the sale of raffle tickets, the formal
toasts began. Greg gave a polished performance in proposing
the Toast to the Institutes, combining humour and thoughtfulness
in a concise address. The Raffle Draw was made as
usual by Charles Rhodes, Hon. Sec. MIME, and his wife Pat.
Dancing to DJ Alan Jones then commenced, and went on to
the small hours.
Greg & Jean with other Top Table Guests
The only disappointment was that so few Society members attended - only 6% of the total. The continuing downturn
in the economic climate has presented many challenges, but the need to provide activities such as this event has
always been important, and the friendship and camaraderie which is a hallmark of our industry needs these events.
The Mining Institutes recognise the Society's role and importance to their industry, so please make an effort to join
us at next year's event.
Report by Peter Cooper, photo Mike Gurr
New MES Representative on IMechE Bulk Materials Handling Committee
For many years, MES Past-President Graham Jones has represented the MES on the Bulk Materials Handling Committee
of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers, which provides a focus for technology transfer and the dissemination
of best engineering knowledge and practice in the bulk materials handling industry. The Society owes a debt of gratitude
to Graham for giving sterling service on the committee on our behalf. However, all good things come to an end,
and some time ago Graham indicated that he wished to step down and asked Council to nominate a successor.
The new representative is Peter Skinner. Peter started his career as a Mechanical
Craft Apprentice at Bentley Colliery and went on to achieve AMEME(Hons) in Mechanical
Engineering and the Colliery Mechanical Engineers Certificate. After leaving
the pit, Peter was involved in organising site maintenance of materials handling plant
in a variety of industries, including steel works, chemical plants, quarries, power stations,
food plants and coal handling plant. Since joining Norec Ltd in 2000 as Site
Manager responsible for Operation & Maintenance of the Coal, Ash and Dust Plant at
Longannet Power Station, he has advanced within the company to currently hold the
position of Business Manager, responsible for overseeing the current business and
site requirements of the company. He is a Fellow of IOM3 and of the MES, and is registered
with Engineering UK as an Incorporated Engineer
Peter has already attended a meeting of the committee and believes that it should be
possible to see more interaction between the Society and the activities of the committee.
He has been co-opted onto the MES Council, and Council are sure that he will
carry on the good work that Graham did for so many years.
Peter Skinner
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Parnaby Cyclones
Chilton Industrial Estate
Chilton
Co Durham
DL17 0SH
Tel: 01388 720849
Fax: 01388 721415
Technical & Social Programme 2012 - 2013
25 th September 2012 Technical Visit to Ffos-y-Fran
Land Reclamation Site
10 th October 2012 Technical Visit to Hanson
Brickworks, Measham
23rd October 2012 Technical Paper by BASF -
Speaker & Venue TBA
7 th December 2012 Christmas Dinner & Dance
Crown Hotel, Bawtry, Doncaster
Norec Ltd
Fallbank, Dodworth,
Barnsley S73 3LS
Tel: 01226 730440
Fax:01226 730688
www.norec.ltd.uk
Equipment + Process Design
John Sowter
UK Representative
Tel: 01427 890455
Mob: 07810 205065
17th January 2013
(Joint mtg SMMMI)
Hopley Lecture - The Ashby Canal Project
Mr Geoffrey Purseglove
Willesley Park Golf Club
12 th February 2013 Earthmover Tyre Management
(Joint mtg IoQ Yorkshire) Mr Richard Jones, Michelin Tyres
University Centre High Melton
21 st March 2013 The Management of Lubrication
Mr Bill Sutton
UK Coal HQ, Harworth
8 th April 2013 Technical Paper, Subject TBA
(Joint mtg IoQ Midlands)
Forest Hill GC
20 th April 2013 Mining & Minerals Industry Dinner & Dance
Royal Victoria Holiday Inn Hotel, Sheffield
April/May 2013
Northern & Southern Group AGM’s
26 th July 2013 Yorkshire Golf Day
Styrrup Golf Club, Doncaster
Unit 3
Craggs Industrial Park
Morven Street
Creswell
Worksop
Nottinghamshire
S80 4AJ
Tel: 01909 722239
Fax: 01909 724411
sales@ajscontracts.co.uk
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Group Annual General Meetings
Northern Group
Southern Group
Northern Group held its AGM on Monday 23rd April 2012
at Norec Ltd Headquarters in Barnsley. The minutes of
the last AGM were approved, then Group Secretary/
Treasurer Colin Scargill gave a detailed report of events
held in 2011 - 2012 and the Group's financial and membership
status. Elections were then held, with the following
being elected to serve on Group committee:
Chairman - John Sowter (Second Term)
Vice-Chairman - Peter Cooper
Secretary/Treasurer - Colin Scargill
Committee - A Lilliott, V Branfoot, S Pringle, P Marshall
Councillors - A Lilliott, S Pringle, P Skinner
The Annual General Meeting of Southern Group was
held at Willesley Park Golf Club on Wednesday 23rd May
2012. Chairman Douglas Jenkinson presided, and after
the formalities of approving minutes etc., gave a review of
events held during the year, all of which were successful
despite poor attendance by MES members. There being
no new candidates, Group Committee was re-elected :
Chairman - Douglas Jenkinson
Secretary - David Baillie
Treasurer - Douglas Jenkinson
Council - A Morgan, D Redmond, P Riley, S Frankland
John Sowter
Chairman John Sowter expressed
his thanks to Colin
Scargill and other members
of the Group committee for
their support over the past
year, and said that he was
pleased to be given the opportunity
to serve as Group
Chairman for a second term;
he was looking forward to
working with the new Group
Committee to ensure another
successful year.
L to R: Mike Gurr, Arthur Morgan, Doug Jenkinson
Brian Everitt, David Baillie
Notice of Society Annual General Meeting
The 53rd Annual General Meeting of the Minerals Engineering Society will be held at The Twin Oaks Hotel, off Junction
29 of the M1 near Chesterfield on Thursday 20th September 2012, commencing at 12 noon. A buffet lunch will
be provided after the business of the AGM has been concluded. Please submit apologies for non-attendance, but
also indicate if you will be attending so that buffet requirement can be assessed, to:
Eur Ing A W Howells HFMES
Honorary Secretary/Treasurer
2 Ryton Close,
Blyth, Notts
S81 8DN
E-mail: hon.sec.mes@lineone.net
Message from the Editor - who wants an e-newsletter?
I am sure you will all be aware of the sharp rise in postage costs which came into effect on 30th April 2012. Postage
costs are now a substantial element of the Society's expenditure, with each issue of this newsletter now costing over
£300 in postage as stamped mail. The subject has been debated by Council, and there are mixed views. Some feel
that the current hard copy publication should be maintained, others would be happy to receive it by electronic
means. Of course, publishing an e-newsletter would either mean obtaining members' e-mail addresses or linking it to
the Society website www.mineralsengineering.org, which would mean logging on to the website to read it.
What do you think?
As always, you can express your views via the dedicated newsletter e-mail address: newsletter@fdcgroup.co.uk
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