A Review of Dimension Stone Extraction Methods

Samarakoon, Karandagoda Gamage Anjana Udara; Chaminda, Samarasuriya Patabendige; Jayawardena, Chulantha Lakmal; Dassanayake, Anjula Buddhika Nayomi; Kondage, Yasanga Suduweli; Kannangara, Kannangara Appuhamilage Tharindu Theekshana

doi:10.3390/mining3030029

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“…The diamond wire cutting method has some disadvantages, such as the high risk of hazards. In contrast, the chainsaw machine cutting method offers increased safety, better quality of extracted stone block, and ease of work (Bustillo Revuelta, 2021, Mikaeil et al, 2021, Samarakoon et al, 2023. Generally, dimension stone quarrying involves risks such as wire cut failures, workloads, rockfalls, driving accidents, falls of mining vehicles and staff from the bench, electrical shock, and fire (Esmaeilzadeh et al, 2022).…”

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Geological Investigations and Production Planning by Identification of the Discontinuities and Rock Mass Blocks in Dimension Stone Quarries: A Case Study

Jalalian,

Bagherpour,

Khoshouei

2024

MGPB

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The dimension stone industry faces a significant environmental challenge due to the large amount of waste produced during the production process. About 51.3% of the materials extracted from dimension stone quarries worldwide end up as quarry waste. The presence of discontinuities and fractures primarily causes this waste. However, by examining the characteristics of these discontinuities and fractures and identifying in-situ blocks of the rock mass, it is possible to reduce the amount of waste produced during dimension stone quarrying. This study focuses on an abandoned quarry bench of the Lashotor quarries complex in the Isfahan Province, Iran. Due to high waste production, the quarry bench was left unused. The study aimed to identify the in-situ blocks of the quarry bench by examining the characteristics of the rock mass’s discontinuities and fractures. The authors used a modified algorithm to identify and grade all the quarry bench blocks based on the target market. The study revealed that some blocks in the abandoned quarry bench could be supplied to the target market, and the bench has the potential for block extraction. The algorithm’s modification based on the shape factor of blocks is an important innovation that increases the accuracy of block determination compared to previous methods. Overall, this algorithm can be used as a decision-making tool in extracting or not extracting the quarry bench of dimension stone quarries and implementing an optimal cutting pattern to reduce waste production.

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Geological Investigations and Production Planning by Identification of the Discontinuities and Rock Mass Blocks in Dimension Stone Quarries: A Case Study

Jalalian,

Bagherpour,

Khoshouei

2024

MGPB

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“…The extensive historical usage of dimension stones as construction materials underscores their enduring significance throughout mankind's existence. From the monumental pyramids of Egypt to the inspiring sculptures meticulously crafted by Michelangelo, diverse types of natural stones have been harnessed by human ingenuity for architectural endeavors [3]. The great heritage and historical values of ornamental and dimension stones ("Heritage Stones") in European cities, together with their high aesthetic value, make this market potentially very valuable.…”

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Managing Marble Quarry Waste: Opportunities and Challenges for Circular Economy Implementation

Tazzini,

Gambino,

Casale

et al. 2024

Sustainability

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Marble has been a prominent natural stone exploited since ancient times, commonly employed as a building material and ornamental stone. However, the disposal of waste generated from marble extraction, particularly fine sludge, poses significant environmental challenges for the dimensional stone industry. The difficulty in managing and recovering these materials, exacerbated by local regulations and the absence of suitable recovery protocols, often leads to landfilling. This issue is exemplified by the Carrara Marble Basin in the Apuan Alps (Tuscany, Italy), where more than half of the extracted marble remains as quarry waste or debris. Modern cutting technologies have intensified the production of finer materials and sawing residue, known as “marmettola”, ranging in size from fine sand to silt. The disposal of these materials, commonly through landfilling or abandonment, has profound environmental repercussions. This research primarily aimed to carry out a preliminary physical, mineralogical, and morphological characterization of the fine waste and sludges generated from Carrara Marble exploitation. The findings reveal the high granulometric uniformity of the materials, and a nearly pure carbonate composition, suggesting potential for reuse in various industrial sectors such as paper, plastics, and pharmaceuticals production.

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Critical assessment of the effectiveness of different dust control measures in a granite quarry

Saka,

Hashim

2024

J Public Health Pol

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A Review of Dimension Stone Extraction Methods

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References 39 publications

Geological Investigations and Production Planning by Identification of the Discontinuities and Rock Mass Blocks in Dimension Stone Quarries: A Case Study

Geological Investigations and Production Planning by Identification of the Discontinuities and Rock Mass Blocks in Dimension Stone Quarries: A Case Study

Managing Marble Quarry Waste: Opportunities and Challenges for Circular Economy Implementation

Critical assessment of the effectiveness of different dust control measures in a granite quarry

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