Range of activity

KGHM Cuprum conducts scientific and technological research in geology and hydrogeology, mining, rock-mass mechanics, mine ventilation, automation, electrification and mechanisation, ore processing, tailings disposal, surveying and environmental protection.

We provide an engineering and research consulting service for the mining industry. We operate in all service areas linked with mining activity, from project evaluation, through research and development, to project management and supervision of the implementation stage.

In mining and geology we offer:

• documentation and management of natural raw material resources

• geological modelling

• geological supervision of drilling

• geological and deposit mapping

• hydrogeological reports

• monitoring of underground and surface water in areas affected by mines and impoundments

• selection of optimal, modern technologies for the mining of ore

• evaluation of the impact of mining on rock-mass and land surface

• methods for prediction and control of natural hazards in mines

• provision of solutions for problems of mine ventilation and air-conditioning

• analysis, testing, design and construction for hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ore extraction and hauling and mine transport

• development of machinery and equipment construction for mines and smelters

• mine restructuring and modernisation

• mine closure projects

• projects for protection, revitalisation and modernisation as well as for provision of access to disused mines for the purposes of tourism

• feasibility studies and production of operating plans for mines

• mineral processing

• tunnel design

• numerical modelling.

 

Studies and services in environmental engineering include:

• air, water and soil pollution control

• energy conservation and planning

• waste management

• environmental impact assessment

• environmental protection planning

• reclamation and management of post-industrial areas

• planning for environmental monitoring

• applications for integrated and sector environmental permits and decisions for all types of projects

• ecological audits and inspections.

 

In the field of economics we offer:

• financial analysis and feasibility studies

• preparation of business plans for enterprises

• preparation of enterprise restructuring programmes

• investment consulting

• management consulting.