Mineral Resource Estimation

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Mineral Resource Estimation

VBKOM Geological Services can assist with all aspects throughout the exploration and Mineral Resources value chain. The services offered include:

  • Prospecting and Mining Right Applications and Management
  • Exploration Planning and Management
  • Geological Modelling
  • Mineral Resource Estimation
  • Independent Technical Reviews, Due Diligences and Audits
  • Mining Geology and Grade Control
  • Code Compliant Competent Persons’ Reports (SAMREC, JORC, NI 43-101)
  • Site-specific Tailored Training and Operations Support
  • Geotechnical Logging and Studies
  • Geo-metallurgical studies

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Geological Modelling

The VBKOM Team prides itself on the quality of its geological modelling. Our unique approach and enthusiasm ensure high quality maximum geological input into our modelling. High quality geological modelling often results in realistic high integrity Mineral Resource estimates, with a lower dependency on complicated geostatistical solutions.

Mineral Resource Estimation

Mineral Resource estimation at VBKOM is conducted in line with the requirements as embodied in all major Reporting Code guidelines, including SAMREC (2016), JORC (2012) and NI 43-101 (2011).

We conduct statistical and geostatistical analysis unique to various commodities and commodity groupings. Block models are created on defined geological domains and utilising commodity appropriate estimation techniques.

Our Mineral Resource estimates and Mineral Resource Classification take cognisance of all major inputs including, database quality, QA/QC, geological continuity, population and spatial variance in line with the various Reporting Codes and undergo rigorous validation and internal review before release.

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