Pit Pushback Design Software

Phase Sequencing and Pushback Geometry

Convert nested pit shells into mineable pushback designs. Define phase boundaries, cutback widths, and access ramp positions for staged extraction.

K-MINE pushback design converts Lerchs-Grossmann nested pit shells into practical mineable phases with defined cutback widths, access ramp connections, and minimum mining width constraints. Sequence pushback extraction to maximize NPV while maintaining operational access, geotechnical stability, and equipment fleet utilization. Evaluate phase boundary sensitivity to commodity price, operating cost, and slope angle changes before committing to detailed design.

Dynamic Pit Design

Change bench height, slope angle, or ramp position and the entire design updates automatically in real time.

Bench and Ramp Generation

Build benches individually or in groups, generate ramps with gradient control, and create switchbacks automatically.

Haul Road Design

Design roads inside the pit or on surface with cross-section profiles applied along centerlines automatically.

Topography Integration

Designs snap to surface topography with automatic wireframe merging for final pit shells and dumps.

Volume Calculation

Calculate excavation and fill volumes from surfaces, closed contours, or block model data with cross-section verification.

Block Model Evaluation

Calculate tonnage and grade within any pit shell directly from the block model with zone and bench breakdowns.

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