Presenters
- Dr Hamid Pourasiabi, Senior Tribology Engineer, Molycop
- Dr Paul Shelley, Global VP, Innovation, Molycop
Topics covered
- Industry challenges in grinding media
- Overview of the BMAT, including key results and insights
- Comparison of the BMAT with the Marked Ball Wear Test (MBWT)
Synopsis
This engaging webinar explores the benefits of using the Ball Mill Abrasion Test (BMAT), a grinding media performance evaluation method that offers a new approach to measuring grinding media performance and developing new grinding media products.The equipment builds on 20 years of research conducted at the University of Queensland.
Molycop experts Dr Hamid Pourasiabi and Dr Paul Shelley guide participants through the test methodology and key findings from recent BMAT campaigns. Watch the webinar to gain valuable insights into the capabilities of this method and how it can support a wide range of industry stakeholders.
Presenter
Dr Hamid Pourasiabi, Senior Tribology Engineer
Dr Pourasiabi is Molycop’s global tribology leader. He has a PhD in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering from The University of Queensland. His work experience includes 17+ years of professional engineering, research, development and teaching in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, with specialised expertise in the areas of ferrous/physical metallurgy, foundry and casting, wear, tribology and abrasion science, heat treatment, and evaluation of mechanical, tribological and physical properties of materials.
Presenter
Dr Paul Shelley, Global VP Innovation, Molycop
Dr Paul Shelley is a globally recognised mining industry leader whose work is linked with harnessing digital transformation to meet the future needs of Molycop’s customers. As Global VP Innovation, Dr Shelley is accountable for driving Molycop’s efforts in establishing a pipeline of products and services that will create superior customer value and a sustained competitive advantage for Molycop.