Press Release
Rocmec Mining inc. Symbols:
RMI: TSX-V
D5O: FSE
ROCMEC INTRODUCES
THERMAL FRAGMENTATION PROCESS AT SYMPOSIUM HELD IN SOUTH AFRICA
Pointe-Claire, Quebec, May 13th, 2008
– Rocmec Mining inc. (the «Company», TSX-V Symbol: RMI - FSE Symbol:D5O) is pleased to
announce that it was selected to present its thermal fragmentation mining
process at the 3rd International Symposium on narrow-vein and reef
mining held in Johannesburg, South Africa on May 6th and 7th
2008.
The extraction process by
way of thermal fragmentation was presented to a select group of individuals
working in major mining companies operating in South Africa. Mining industry
delegates from other countries such as the United
States (Nevada
region) were also present as well as representatives from other African
countries. Over 100 individuals were in attendance, all with one major goal in
mind: reducing dilution in extracting precious metals. The new extraction
process was well received and the participants demonstrated a great deal of
interest during and after the presentation. Rocmec presented concrete facts on
a process that is currently in operation and has reached the stage where it can
now be employed in the majority of gold mines in South Africa.
South African deposits
are amenable to thermal fragmentation for various reasons, such as: very narrow
veins (average 50 cm),
deposits operated with little or no mechanization, reduced productivity and a
high rate of fatal accidents.
With the interest
generated by the conference, Rocmec will continue its efforts already initiated
to obtain partnership agreements and will fast track its strategy for the
implementation of its technology in South Africa.
“We are excited
about the strong level of interest demonstrated by the participants both during
and after the presentation and look forward to build on the contacts made at
the conference”, stated Donald Brisebois, President and CEO of Rocmec.
About Rocmec Mining
Rocmec Mining Inc. is a Canadian junior
exploration company actively involved in the acquisition, exploration and
development of precious metal projects. The Company's exclusive thermal
fragmentation process combined with its growth strategy positions it as the
partner of choice for the development of narrow high-grade precious metal
quartz vein projects. The Company’s shares are listed on the TSX-Venture
(RMI) and the FSE (D5O) exchange.
“Thermal
fragmentation - the way of the future for mining narrow high-grade veins”
Rocmec Mining's growth strategy is focused
on developing quality assets that will significantly enhance shareholder value
by using the thermal fragmentation method throughout the Americas to extract narrow vein ore
bodies. By utilising the thermal fragmentation method in combination with
conventional mining methods, the company aims to become a mid-tier gold
producer. In addition, by providing service agreements, the company intends to
generate additional revenue and accelerate the spread of this unique technology.
Please visit us on
the web at www.rocmecmines.com
For
further information, please contact
John Stella, Manager
Investor Relations
(514)428-4185
Cell
(514)718-7976
FAX
(514)630-6989
jstella@rocmecmines.com
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