Software
JKTech is synonymous in the global minerals industry with powerful simulation software applications which optimise and design mineral processing plants as well as blasting operations.
Our flagship software product, JKSimMet, was developed by JKTech staff who utilised data from 40 years of comminution and classification research at the JKMRC. The software enables users to design and optimise the performance of crushing and grinding circuits.
JKTech’s range of software products also covers blast movement, rock fragmentation, flotation and mass balancing. These products' significant worldwide sales are testimony to their broad application and effectiveness.
For more information view our Simulation Software Brochure (PDF, 718.5 KB).
JKSimMet
Simulation of Comminution and Classification Circuits – integrating all tasks within one package
Latest Release - JKSimMet v6.3.1 - click for further information and to discover the new features
JKSimMet is an award-winning, general-purpose computer software package for the analysis and simulation of comminution and classification circuits in mineral processing operations.
The package is designed for metallurgists who wish to apply process analysis techniques to measure and optimise plant performance, and design engineers who require process simulation models to assess design alternatives.
JKSimMet integrates all tasks associated with data analysis, optimisation, design and simulation, including the storage and manipulation of models, data and results, within one package. Mass balancing and model fitting of complete circuits are standard features. It is fully interactive and operates with high-resolution colour graphics. These graphics facilitate the display of detailed plant flowsheets and accompanying information.
JKSimMet allows the user to:
- Build a graphic-based flowsheet of the processing plant
- Assign machine criteria and model parameters to each plant case study
- Simulate the effect of changes in operating conditions and flowsheets to predict product flows, size distributions, and other key performance metrics such as power draws
For more information view our JKSimMet Software Brochure (PDF, 1.2 MB).
JKSimFloat
Simulation of Steady State Performance in Flotation Plants - helping to improve plant operating performance
JKSimFloat is a general-purpose computer software package for the simulation of flotation plant operations. The package is designed to service the diverse needs of plant metallurgists, design engineers, researchers and consultants.
JKSimFloat integrates tasks associated with data analysis and circuit simulation in one software package. It is fully interactive, facilitating the display of detailed flotation flowsheets and accompanying information, allowing for easy interpretation of simulation data.
The models behind JKSimFloat have been applied to over 100 flotation operations worldwide in commodities including base metals (e.g. lead, zinc, copper, nickel) and precious metals (e.g. gold, platinum).
JKSimFloat allows the user to:
- Build a graphic-based flowsheet of the processing plant and test its performance
- Analyse batch cell and flotation plant data
- Mass balance on a size-by-assay basis
- Simulate the effect of changes in flowsheet to predict flows and metal grades
JKVBOC
JK Value Based Ore Control tool - our most recent innovative technology in blast movement
JKVBOC is an engineering tool to simulate and predict blast movement in open pit mining to make proactive decisions. The total simulation time lies between 10 and 30 minutes depending on the size of the blast, thus JKVBOC can be used to evaluate ore loss and dilution in real-time, or to perform several pre-blast simulations to evaluate different blast patterns, blast timing and initiation options.
The package is designed for drill and blast engineers to run simulations prior to drilling to optimize pattern design parameters based on the value of ore; mining engineers to provide informative decisions for the excavation plan; geologists and ore controllers can improve the control of ore loss and dilution; and mineral processing fragmentation models and ROM PSD can be linked to downstream process to achieve optimum throughput and processing strategy.
JKVBOC allows the user to:
- Run multiple simulations daily to assess alternative blast designs
- Find the best practices to maximise the value of the orebody
- Develop digging and blending strategies based on value rather than on grade
- Accurately simulate blast movement to improve the control of ore loss and dilution
- Model blast fragmentation within a few clicks
- Update the geological block model based on the actual spatial distribution of the blasted material
The power of JKVBOC goes beyond ore control: multiple simulations can be run to assess alternative blast designs daily, allowing on-site drill and blast engineers to find the best practices to maximize the value of the orebody.
For more information view our JKVBOC Software Brochure (PDF, 1.2 MB).
JKSimBlast
Simulation and Information Management for Blasting in Mines - based on more than two decades of experience
JKSimBlast is an award-winning, general-purpose software system for simulation and information management for blasting in mines and related operations with the aim of providing the best possible system for blast management.
JKSimBlast was developed by JKTech based on more than 20 years of mining research at JKMRC. It has over 900 users throughout the world in surface, underground and tunnel blasting applications, working in mines, explosives supply, consulting, contracting and education.
The modular system is designed for engineers who need to standardise their control of blasting, by quantifying and trapping the experience of blasting personnel in a consistent, retrievable format. JKSimBlast can ensure accurate, long-term storage of plans and results, particularly where this is a statutory requirement or for environmental compliance. It applies not only to mine and quarry operations, but also to research, education, consulting, contracting and construction. JKSimBlast integrates all tasks associated with design, simulation, analysis and optimisation, including the storage and manipulation of models, data and results, within one system.
JKSimBlast allows the user to:
- Define site-specific parameters, explosives, units, operating conditions and objectives.
- Store blast data in a structured system, with specialist tools for editing and analysis.
- Integrate related data from other applications.
- Predict, measure and analyse blast performance.
- Add custom modules to the system.
- Trap the experience of drill and blast personnel.
JKSimBlast is distributed through Soft-Blast. Enquiries can also be made through JKTech.
JKToolKit
JKToolKit is a freeware, Excel app housing a suite of calculations that are of use to mineral processing practitioners. These range from mature, industry-standard models to sophisticated and novel routines that are only described in the academic literature or specialised reference texts.
Key tools include Morrell’s power draw model for tumbling mills, error propagation assessments of yield and recovery calculations, and routines to statistically compare regression lines and grade-recovery curves. With a detailed help file, calculations that were previously constrained to the domain of technical specialists have been made more accessible to general industry practitioners.
Learn more about JKToolKit by watching this webinar.
To request a copy of JKToolKit, complete the form on this page.