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face mechanization
On a longwall face, the term implies the use of some type of cutter loader with perhaps self-advancing ports, giving a quicker turnover and higher productivity. In the case of a 1144 rock drivage the term would mean the regular use of a shovel loader.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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