Posts Tagged ‘exploration’
Geophysical Exploration Methods
View and download the full resolution (24″X 15″) .PDF for printing here: http://www.burgex.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Geophysical-Exploration-Methods-Poster-Burgex-FINAL.pdf What is geophysics? Geophysics is the physics of the Earth. Geophisical exploration is the (mostly) non-invasive investigation of subsurface conditions in the Earth through measuring, analyzing and interpreting physical fields at the surface. Some tools employed by geophysicists, such as core drilling,…
Read MoreMineral Exploration and GIS
The two components of a binary explosive are generally very safe when they stand alone, but when they are combined, they create a powerful explosive that can be used to move mountains. The world is full of powerful combinations like this. One of these, is the combination of GIS when applied to the field of…
Read MoreFinding Prospects: U.S. Import Reliance Minerals
In response to the mining project development flowchart that we recently posted we have received many excellent comments. A few of these comments indicated that developing a more complex flowchart may be in order for the future. In the mean time, we have decided to expand upon some of these comments with additional articles and ideas…
Read MoreMining Project Development Flowchart
The process of mining project development can be complex. It can be confusing when viewed through the eyes of an outsider or beginner to the industry. We created this flowchart with the goal of helping those who would like to get a better understanding of the mining process. It covers the major steps from taking…
Read MoreMoney On Monday: The State of Mineral Exploration Financing
Lets talk about one of my favorite subjects, mineral exploration financing! The other day I was speaking with a colleague of ours, a consulting geologist, over dinner. We were both in Nevada wrapping up an underground sampling program and having a candid conversation about the current state of financing for mineral exploration and mining projects.…
Read MorePilot Gold: Exploration Rockstars
Please pardon my pun in the title, but Pilot Gold ready does rock the rocks. I have been following Pilot for several years now and have consistently been impressed by their work. Not only does Pilot have a phenomenal track record, but potentially more impressive is the fact that they are currently drilling and involved…
Read MoreDangerous Data: The Value of Abandoned Mines
Abandoned mines are often demonized, sometimes rightly so, for their numerous dangers. From false floors and falling rock to rattlesnakes and unused blasting caps underfoot, there are a lot of reasons to stay out of them unless you have experience and proper equipment at your side. So with all of these dangers, why would you choose…
Read MoreMining Due Diligence: Reducing Risk as an Investor
Mineral exploration is an investment, and like any investment, due diligence is the key to reducing risk. With so much hype and focus on potential returns in the millions or even billions of dollars it is easy for investors and potential investors to lose their grip on reality and the basic economics that are a…
Read MoreMineral Exploration News
Burgex Inc. is pleased to announce that we are launching a new section on our website dedicated to the latest news about mineral exploration and mining consulting. In this section we will cover cutting edge exploration technologies and techniques as well as cover some of the currently projects and announcements from the company. We aim…
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