On-Site Success: Mount Sopris Instruments Provides Training at Nevada Gold Mines’ Turquoise Ridge Operation
Mount Sopris Instruments recently had the opportunity to support the Nevada Gold Mines team at the Turquoise Ridge Mine in Nevada, United States. Geophysical engineer Emily Moren visited the site to deliver hands-on training for their new borehole logging system, which includes the QL40-OBI-2G Optical Televiewer, Truck-Mounted WFA Winch, and ScoutPRO Data Acquisition System.
Day 1: Equipment Setup and Field Operation
Training began with the full on-site installation of the logging system inside the team’s dedicated logging trailer. After setup, Emily worked with the Nevada Gold Mines staff to conduct test logging and review proper operation of each component. Team members were able to:
- Walk through equipment setup from start to finish
- Review maintenance best practices and address system questions
- Run the QL40-OBI-2G Optical Televiewer downhole using the Logger Software Suite
- Gain confidence in real-world logging procedures
This first day emphasized practical field workflow and ensured the team was ready to deploy the system independently.
Day 2: WellCAD Training and Data Processing
The second day focused on software training using WellCAD, including an introduction to the Deviation Module. During the session, the team learned how to:
- Import optical televiewer and auxiliary data
- Perform essential QC steps
- Format logs and apply consistent templates
- Add comments and create clear, interpretable final outputs
By the end of the session, attendees had a solid understanding of how to manage and interpret their new datasets within WellCAD.
A Collaborative, Application-Focused Experience
Three Nevada Gold Mines team members participated in the training, each bringing valuable insights from their on-site operational experience. The visit provided an excellent opportunity to understand their specific applications underground and collaborate on solutions tailored to their logging environment.
Mount Sopris Instruments is proud to support Nevada Gold Mines with both equipment and training, helping ensure successful integration of their new optical televiewer system into ongoing geological and geotechnical workflows.