The benefits
to be realized through the use of the LCM Methodology, has resulted
in Magatar's strategy and vision developing around the "Magatar
Triple E principle", being:
Economy
simplification of mining operations lower unit cost
of production,lower overheads and higher returns higher mechanization,
and resultant reduced reliance on human input reduced power
consumption
Efficiency
mining of coal seams as thin as 1.5 meters higher coal extraction
ratio's than conventional methods ability to mine
reserves which are not otherwise economical increased reserve
utilization and less wasted resources low ratio of
capital invested to tons produced
Environment
and Social Conscience
up to 30% lower energy utilization improved safety
conditions due to higher mechanization imited impact
on ground and water table
simplification of mining operations