Cradle to Gate
Identity ID
136ee60c-f277-4951-96ff-4a62b40eff83
Materials
Associated ID
f8e99336-1c66-444e-8189-fee1a9cb06b1
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Description
This dataset represents the life cycle inventory of iron ore mined underground in Shandong, covering all activities related to iron ore mining and production cradle-to-gate, starting from drilling and ending with the production of iron ore. It does not include direct or indirect greenhouse gas emissions from the production of drilling rigs, transportation equipment, personnel travel, or daily office operations during the mining process. The dataset was compiled from multiple data sources based on national standards such as the 'Manual of Production and Emission Coefficients for the Iron Ore Mining and Processing Industry (0810)', 'Emission standard of pollutants for mining and mineral procressing industry (GB 28661-2012)', 'Cleaning production standard Iron ore mining and mineral processing industry', and 'The norm of the energy consumption per unit product of iron ore dressing(GB31337-2014)', and is representative of the average production level of underground iron ore mining in Shandong.
Activity Description
This dataset describes underground iron ore mining in Shandong, with the following process steps:
1. Drilling
Drilling is the process of boring holes into the underground ore body in preparation for blasting. Drilling machines (such as drill rigs) are used to create holes in the ore body to be filled with explosives. The accuracy and efficiency of drilling directly affect the subsequent blasting effectiveness and overall mining performance.
2. Blasting
Blasting involves detonating explosives in the pre-drilled holes to fracture the ore. Through blasting, the ore is broken down into smaller pieces suitable for loading and transportation. Blasting operations require precise control of the amount of explosives and detonation timing to ensure uniform ore fragmentation and operational safety.
3. Shoveling
Shoveling is the process of loading broken ore into mine trucks or other transport equipment. This operation uses equipment such as loaders and excavators to load the ore. The efficiency of shoveling is crucial to subsequent transportation and mining progress.
4. Transportation
Underground ore transportation involves moving the loaded ore to the hoisting point. Transport methods include mine cars, electric carts, or belt conveyors. The transportation system must be designed rationally to ensure safe and efficient ore delivery.
5. Hoisting
Hoisting is the process of transporting underground ore to the surface using a hoisting system. Hoists or lifting equipment are primarily used to raise the ore to the surface. The safety and efficiency of hoisting equipment directly affect overall mining operations.
6. Ventilation
Ventilation is the process of ensuring air circulation in underground mines to supply fresh air and remove harmful gases. Ventilation systems include fans, air ducts, and air regulation devices, ensuring a suitable working environment underground.
7. Dewatering
Underground mine dewatering is the process of managing accumulated water within a mine, including groundwater and seepage. Equipment such as dewatering pumps and drainage pipes are used to remove the accumulated water, preventing its adverse effects on mining operations and equipment.
Process Description
Iron ore is the primary raw material for steel production, and steel is one of the core materials for modern industry and infrastructure. China is the world's largest steel producer and has enormous demand for iron ore. However, China's iron ore resources are characterized by low grade and high impurity content, requiring most iron ore to undergo beneficiation before use. Magnetic separation is the main beneficiation technology for iron ore in China, especially suitable for magnetite and vanadium-titanium magnetite. For non-magnetic or weakly magnetic ores such as hematite, limonite, and siderite, a combination of processes including roasting, gravity separation, high-intensity magnetic separation, and flotation is typically required to improve the yield and grade of iron concentrate.
Time period
2022
2026
Geography
China,Shandong
Geography comment
Forming Shandong's average data through merging data from multiple sources
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology
Technology comment
The underground mining process of iron ore in China includes procedures such as drilling, blasting, loading, transportation, hoisting, ventilation, and drainage.