ABSTRACT
Ventilation projects such as installation of primary fans, refrigeration system, heating systems, and Ventilation of Demand (VOD) system require some simulations to ascertain their benefits and fulfilment of their purpose before the actual financial commitment is made to execute such projects. Ventilation models used for the simulations should provide some degree of accuracy to ensure that their results will reflect the actual mine ventilation circuit. This paper outlines a barometer Pressure-Quantity (PQ) survey that was done to calibrate the existing ventilation model of LKAB’s Konsuln test mine before it was used in a VOD design study to determine whether it will be feasible for Konsuln mine to install the system. The results show a good correlation between the simulated airflows in the calibrated model and the actual underground measured airflow quantities and primary fans pressure. This good correlation has validated the model for its use in Konsuln VOD design study.
