Kipoi Mine Reduces Costs & Water Usage with EBS Surface Sealing
Looking to cut maintenance costs and reduce water usage for road upkeep, Tiger Resources engaged Soil Solutions to upgrade and surface seal an access road at Kipoi Mine in the DRC. The goal was to create a durable, dust-free road that would eliminate the need for frequent watering and ongoing maintenance.
Project Execution:
✔ Surface Preparation – The existing road surface was scarified, and mine waste from the open pit was incorporated into the wearing course for added stability and compaction.
✔ Debris Removal & Pre-Watering – The road was swept clean of excess dust and debris, then pre-watered for optimal EBS penetration.
✔ EBS Surface Sealing – EBS was loaded into a water tanker and applied in multiple coats, creating a sealed, dust-free, and erosion-resistant surface.
Impressive Results & Expansion Plans
🚜 Significant Cost Savings – Reduced road maintenance and repair expenses.
💧 Massive Water Conservation – Expected to save over 1 million liters of water per day previously used for dust suppression.
📈 Scalability & Expansion – Management, impressed with the results, has now requested an additional 5 km of roads, the workshop area, and office parking area to be treated with EBS.
By implementing Soil Solutions’ EBS technology, Tiger Resources has achieved a sustainable, long-term solution that enhances road durability, operational efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
📩 Contact us today to see how EBS can transform your mine’s infrastructure!
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