7-10 SEPTEMBER 2015|GOTHENBURG|SWEDEN

THE 14TH EUROPEAN SYMPOSIUM ON COMMINUTION AND CLASSIFICATION

WELCOME TO ESCC2015

During 7-10 September, 2015, the European Symposium on Comminution and Classification (ESCC) will take place in the city of Gothenburg, Sweden. The conference is being arranged for the 14th time in 53 years and for the second time in Sweden. The organizer is Chalmers University of Technology who has a long tradition of research within coarse comminution and classification. Gothenburg is located on the west coast of Sweden and being the heart of Scandinavia it is easily accessible from all over Europe.

For the ESCC 2015 there will be five main topics with a unifying theme of sustainability and energy efficiency. We would particularly like to mention that we have included the topic Industri-al operations in order to bridge the gap between academia and industry through discussion and presentations of industrial case studies and imple-mentations.

The European Symposium on Comminution and Classification is one of the most important interna-tional conferences in its field. It will be attended by company members and scientists from manydifferent branches and countries, offering an arena where knowledge and experience can be shared.This is the 14th conference in the field of Commu-nition and Classification over the past 53 years, andwe are expecting 150-200 delegates.

We are looking forward to seeing you in Gothenburg in 2015!

Yours sincerelyProf. Dr. Magnus EvertssonProduct and Production Development, Chalmers University of Technology

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Lindholmen Science Park, Gothenburg

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Content

Welcome to ESCC2015Abstract Categories

Abstract DetailsConference fees

ProgrammeSocial activities

VenueEnjoy GothenburgTravel information

Committees Contact information

ABSTRACT CATEGORIES

We proudly invite you to be a part of the 14th ESCC with an oral or poster presentation focused on one of the following topics:

Main abstract topics:

A. Comminution and classification of industrial minerals, cement, ores and secondary materialsTopic chairs: Philipp M. Fleiger, Jan Rosenkranz The topic covers advances made in the field of size reduction and classification of particles in the size region commonly related to minerals processing, from primary crushing to milling, i.e. from rocks to 10 micron. Contributions may be focused on applied modelling and simulation of machines, dynamic simulation, flow sheet considerations, energy efficiency and optimization etc. Specially addressed industries include the Mining indus-try, Industrial Minerals, Cement and Secondary materials.

B. Grinding, dispersion and classification of fine particlesTopic chairs: Frank Müller (BASF), Arno Kwade The topic covers advances made related to process-ing of organic or in-organic fine particles, usually from mm or µm to the sub-micron size region. Contributions may be focused on fine grinding, wear, modelling, grinding media, characterization, dispersion and nano-milling etc. Specially addressed industries include Food, Chemistry and Pharma-ceutical industries.

C. Fundamentals, modelling and simulationTopic chairs: Marcello Tavares, Mojtaba Ghadiri The topic covers advances made related to funda-mental understanding of particle behavior especially when subjected to stress conditions.

Contributions may be focused on fracture mechanics, breakage modelling, particle flow and transport modelling, classification physics, as well as plant and equipment simulation etc.

D. Innovation and new technologiesTopic chairs: Hakan Benzer The topic covers advances made related to new technologies, ideas and innovative solutions. Contributions may be focused on new machines and processes, non-mechanic comminution, novel characterization techniques, online measurement, new sorting techniques etc.

E. Industrial operation perspectivesTopic chairs: Magnus EvertssonThe topic covers specifically insights and case studies from industrial operations. Contributions may be focused on performance optimization, control strategies, energy and water management, mineral-ogical complexity, declining ore grades etc.

Unifying theme: Sustainability and energy efficiencyAs a unifying theme across all topics we want to acknowledge the major challenges facing the industry related to energy efficiency and sustainability. The contribution does not have to be directly related to this topic however it is of value to include a discus-sion and perspective on how your work is connected to the challenges related to energy efficiency and sustainability (economy, society, environment).

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ABSTRACT DETAILS

• The abstract title must not exceed 100 characters including spaces • For a successful evaluation please make sure that the following sections are distinct parts of you abstract; Background, Problem description, Expected results and conclusions. • The abstract must not exceed 3000 characters including spaces. • Abstracts will be reviewed for an oral or poster presentation. • The conference language is English. • Comment: Abstract text and author information should be submitted directly to the submission system via input fields; hence no .doc or .pdf-file needs to be uploaded.

More information and submission instructions can be found at www.escc2015.org

Note: We still accept abstracts. We have a few spots left to fill therefore submit your abstract as soon as possible.

Comminution and ClassifiCation of minerals and ores...

GrindinG, dispersion and ClassifiCation of fine partiCles

fundamentals, modellinG and simulation

Unifying theme:

SuStainability and energy efficiency

innovation and new teChnoloGies

industrial operation perspeC-

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IMPORTANT DATES Deadline for submitting full papers June 30, 2015

Cadia, Australia photo by: Erik Hulthén

CONFERENCE FEES

Before June 30 Regular Members* 800€ 760€ Academia Members* 520€ 490€ Postgraduates/ Undergraduates** Members* 320€ 300€

After June 30

Regular Members* 880€ 840€ Academia Members* 570€ 540€ Postgraduates/ Undergraduates** Members* 350€ 330€

The conference fee includes meet and greet upon arrival, welcome reception hosted by the City of Gothenburg, lunches, refreshments, conference banquet with excursion, a study visit at Volvo Cars (limited number of participants) and conference material.

* Members of EFC/EFCE**Proof of status required

Note: VAT (25%) is excluded and will be added to the payment request.

Online registration Registration is now open at www.escc2015.org

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PROGRAMME/SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Monday, september 7th 2015

On Monday evening there will be a small get together for early arrivals in the hotel bar at Radisson Blu Riverside. Drinks and a small buffet will be served.

Tuesday, september 8th 2015

Welcome reception hosted by the City of Gothenburg in “Dicksonska palatset”. Departure by bus from Linholmen Conference Center.

After the reception there will be a pick up at the Dicksonska palatset with the famous “Paddan-boats”. Guests will enjoy a 30 min guided boat tour on the way to Eriksbergshallen, a former shipyard, where the the conference dinner will be served in spectac-ular surroundings.

Eriksbergshallen is with its 3000 sq.m. of floor space and 15 metres up to the iron girders in the roof, located on the shore of Göta Älv, with a magnificent view of the sea. A building with tradition and atmosphere that today serves as a very modern space for events. After the dinner there will be transport back to hotel Radisson Blu Riverside by the regular river boats.

(Included in the conference fee)

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Wednesday, september 9th 2015(Optional)

The evening starts with a guided city tour around Gothenburg were we will walk from the central parts to the famous building “Feskekörka”. On the way there will be a stop for refreshments.

At daytime, the Feskekörka (“Fish Church” in Swedish) is an indoor fish and seafood market. Here you can buy all kinds of seafood and other delicacies famous for Scandinavia. The Feskekörka was built in 1874 and was an architectural experiment by Victor von Gegerfelt. He was inspired by the Norwegian stave churches and stone Gothic churches, therefore the seafood market has a very churchlike appearance.

At night, the Feskekörka can be transformed to a very unique restaurant. Here, we will enjoy a delicious seafood buffet.

Cost: 95 € (Including a guided tour, 1 stop-refreshment drink, welcome drink, dinner, +2 extra drinks)

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Feskekörka, Gothenburg

Thursday, september 10th 2015(Optional)

We go by bus to one of Gothenburgs newest facilities, a huge multi-sport arena which includes an indoor cross country ski track, built to professional standards. At the arena, you will have a chance to test your skiing skiis. To keep you warm, Swedish Glögg (heated spiced wine) or the traditional blue-berry-soup will be served. A beer and a sandwich will be served at the After Ski.

Remember to dress warm!

Cost: 48€ (Including transfer to/from the hotel, skiing, glögg or blueberry-soup, a beer and a sandwich)

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Gothenburgs new arena, Gothenburg

Friday, september 11th 2015

Study Visit at Volvo Cars including test drive. (Maximum 60 attendees divided into two groups) Experience a ride with the Blue Train - a guided tourthrough Volvo Cars’ Torslanda factory. It’s a uniqueopportunity to see how a Volvo car is built.After the Blue Train Ride, guests will be transported to the Volvo Cars Demo Centre to test drive the latest models.

Transfer from/to hotel will be arranged.

(Separate sign-up, included in the conference fee)

Group 1: Blue Train Ride 8.45-9.45Volvo Cars Demo Centre 10-11.15

Group 2:Volvo Cars Demo Centre 8.30-9.45Blue Train 10.15-11.15

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Volvo Cars Demo Centre, Gothenburg

VENUE

Lindholmen Conference Centre is situatedon the waterfront in a new and exciting citydistrict on the north riverbank. First-classconferences are organised in a modern, green and high-technological environment. Radisson Blu Riverside Hotel is the newest hotel in town, located next door. The close proximity to the water and the ferry stop gives convenient access to the rest ofGothenburg, the opportunity to enjoy a longwalk along the quay or the stunning views of the river right from the hotel room. The flexibility of the eco-labelled venue in combination with the res-taurant facilities, create great possibilities for events.Lindholmen Science Park is an internationalrenowned Science Park with Lindholmen Confer-ence Centre in the middle. The area offers a stimu-lating environment in a waterfront setting.

ENJOY GOTHENBURG

In Gothenburg, an abundance of culture and other activities are found within comfortable walking dis-tance. Characterful neighbourhoods and parks are located only a stone’s throw from attractions andentertainment. This gives you a chance to catch a glimpse of the city even if the schedule is tight.

Top quality restaurants, several with Michelin stars, offer cuisine from all over the world at reasonable prices. The main culinary attraction is the localseafood; prawns, lobster and a wide selection of fish, ranked amongst the finestn in the world.

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Lindholmen Conference Centre & Hotel Riverside, Gothenburg

TRAVEL TO GOTHENBURG

Gothenburg is easily accessible from around the world.

Accessibility by Air One international airports with around 70 non-stop connections from 55 European destinations - Göteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)

By Rail, Road or SeaFor Northern European delegates, access is easy by rail, road or sea. The Öresund Link (Sweden - Denmark) enables convenient travelling by high-speed train or car to/ from the continent.

Rail: Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm in around 3,5 hrs. From the centralstation you take either bus 16 or the ferry to the venue at Lindholmen (approx 10 minutes).

Road: Motorway network and low traffic density. Sea: Frequent ferry services from Denmark, Nor-way and Germany. Ferry to the venue.

TRAVEL WITHIN GOTHENBURG

In Gothenburg, almost everything is within walking distance. It is easy to get around by public transport in the city. The network consists of trams, buses and ferries which run all the way into the archipelago.

800 city rental bikes are also available April-October.

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COMMITEES

International Scientific CommitteeProf. Dr.-Ing. Arno Kwade, Technical University Braunschweig, GermanyDr. Jozsef Faitli, Miskolc University, HollandProf. Dr. Mojtaba Ghadiri, University of Leeds, United KingdomDr. Tomás Sverak, Technical University of Brno, CzechiaProf. Dr. Vadim Mizonov, Ivanovo State Power Engineering University, RussiaProf. Dr. Malcolm Powell, University of Queens-land, AustraliaProf. Magnus Evertsson, Chalmers University of Technology, SwedenProf. Dr. Luis Marcelo Tavares, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, BrazilProf. Dr. Ahmet Hakan Benzer, Hacettepe University, TurkeyProf. Aubrey Mainza, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Dr. Alain Chamayou, Ecole des Mines d’Albi Carmaux, FranceDr. - Ing. Michael. Juhnke, Novartis Pharma AG, SwitzerlandDr. Frank Müller, BASF SE, GermanyDr. Mirja Illikainen, University of Oulu, FinlandProf. Peter Balaz, Slovak Academy of Science, SlovakiaProf. Dr. Haim Kalman, Ben Gurion University of Negev, Israel

Local Organization CommitteeDepartment of Product and Production Development, Chalmers University of Technology

Magnus Evertsson Rebecka StomvallErik Hulthén Magnus BengtssonKate LarssonJenny NetzlerJohannes QuistAnton HjalmarssonJosefine Berntsson

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CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about the conference, pleasecontact us at escc2015@chalmers.se

Further information is available on theofficial conference website www.escc2015.org

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Photos: Peter Clarke, Beatrice Törnros/Mediabank Göteborg & Co, Lindholmen Conference Center, Radisson Blu Riverside Hotel/Erik Nissen Johansen, Göteborg & Co, Gothia Towers, Volvo Cars, Choice Hotels, Kajutan Fiskekyrkan, Shutterstock

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