Anthracite is a hard & compact variety of
coal that has the fewest impurities, maximum content of carbon (approx 91% to
98%) and the highest calorific content amongst all sorts of coals. Anthracite
is most favored ULV (ultra low volatile products) and PCI’s (pulverized coal
injection products) which is directly fed into blast furnace. It is generally
used in domestic furnaces & fireplaces. It is also used in steam-based
power generators and can be transformed into liquid in order to be used in
internal combustion engines. The anthracite mines are prone to hazard such as
roof falls, mine fires, explosions and collapsing of mines.
According to study, “Anthracite
Mining Global Market Report 2019” key companies operating in anthracite
mining global market are Blaschak Coal Corporation, Jeddo, BHP Billiton, Lehigh
Natural Resources, Sadovaya Group, Reading Anthracite Company, Bathurst
Resources, Cokal, Carabella Resources, DTEK, VostokCoal, Attila resources, Anju
Coal Mine, Tigers Realm, China Shenhua and Feishang Group, Aspire Mining,
Jameson Resources, Aberdeen Mining Company, Jingmei Group, Atlantic Coal Plc,
VINACOMIN, Baker, Anthracite Mine Rescue Inc., Xcoal, Walter L, Jincheng
Anthracite Mining Group, Henan Energy and Chemical Industry Group, Celtic
Energy, Atrum, Barren Coal Co., Jeddo Coal Company, Yangquan Coal Industry,
Blaschak Coal Corporation, Coal Contractors Inc., Carbon Sales Inc., BD Mining
Co Inc., Hudson Anthracite, State Industries Inc. The key companies have
started using RFID technology to monitor or control the intensity of methane in
mines which may cause explosions. Companies have also initiated the use of
mobile roof support (MRS) and automated temporary roof support (ATRS) solutions
to prevent rock falls caused by bolting of rocks.
Based on anthracite coal grades, anthracite
mining global market is segmented into high grade (HG) anthracite, ultra-high
grade (UHG) and standard grade (SG). SG anthracite has the lowest carbon purity
and is frequently used for power generation in specialized plants. HG and UHG
anthracite are harder than SG anthracite, and have higher relative density.
Based on type of mining, market is segmented into drift mine, surface mine,
shaft mine and slope mine. Based on end-user, market is segmented into power
industry, coke producers, railway, commercial users and steel manufacturers.
Some of the key benefits are included
environmentally sound, stored anywhere, burns clean with no odor or smoke,
economical, safe, convenient and good quality. In addition, some drawbacks are
expensive and difficult to ignite.
The global anthracite mining market is driven
owing to increase in industrial development followed by rise in electricity
demand. However, market is expected to face restraints related to workforce,
safety, and changing government policies. The key trends supporting the market
development includes the use of three dimensional (3D) mine visualizers, and
employing autonomous vehicles in underground etc.
Based on geography, Asia Pacific region is
held largest share followed by Eastern Europe in anthracite mining market owing
to improved technology. The North American region is anticipated to support
substantial growth due to increase in positive economic outlook in the region.
The global anthracite mining market is anticipated to rise significantly over
the forecast period on account of increase in demand associated with fuel &
power generation projects.
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