Heap Leach Resource Centre
Guides, articles, brochures and technical resources covering heap leach stacking systems, material handling equipment and operational practice.
Explore practical resources developed to help mining teams evaluate heap leach equipment and understand the material handling systems used to move and place ore on the pad. The library will expand as new articles, guides and downloadable resources are published.
Equipment Brochures
Download brochures covering Carmaky’s heap leach stacking equipment range.
Ramp Conveyor
Adjustable-height powered transfer conveyor for cell-to-cell and elevation transitions.
Grasshopper Conveyor
Modular wheel mounted transfer conveyor for fast pad coverage and easy redeployment.
Transverse Conveyor
Powered transfer conveyor for continuous feed into Horizontal Index systems.
Horizontal Index Conveyor
Self-propelled tracked bridge conveyor for retreat stacking and pad progression.
Radial Stacker Conveyor
Self-propelled stacking conveyor with extendable stinger and arc slewing for precise heap shaping.
Industry Guides
Explore introductory and comparative resources that explain the language, methods and systems used in heap leach projects.
Heap Leach vs Dump Leach
A practical comparison of heap leaching and dump leaching, including ore preparation, permeability, recovery potential, operating approach and project suitability.
Heap Leach Terminology Guide
A practical glossary covering heap leach processing, solution management, pad development, conveying and stacking terminology.
Conveyor Selection for Heap Leach Operations
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Heap Leach Pad Design Fundamentals
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Operations Guides
Practical guidance focused on operating, relocating and maintaining mobile heap leach equipment.
How to Relocate a Grasshopper Conveyor
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Moving a Transverse Conveyor Safely
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Horizontal Index Conveyor Relocation Procedure
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Radial Stacker Positioning and Setup
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Planning Cell Changeovers
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Reducing Downtime During Equipment Moves
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Technical Articles
Technical content covering equipment selection, system integration and material handling considerations for heap leach projects.
Understanding Agglomeration in Heap Leaching
Material Segregation and Heap Performance
Advance Stacking vs Retreat Stacking
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Understanding Heap Leach Stacking Systems
Horizontal Index Conveyors Explained
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Radial Stackers and Coverage Optimisation
Need Help Selecting Equipment?
Every heap leach operation is different. If you require assistance selecting equipment, configuring a stacking train or evaluating a material handling strategy, Carmaky can review the application and project requirements.
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