Equipment debriefs.Recovery comparisons and operating guides.

At Qiangrun, we don't just build equipment — we craft tailored solutions that power the gold mining industry. This blog dives into real-world applications, insights, and innovations shaping small-to-medium-sized gold mining operations worldwide.

Field Guide Case Study Comparison Operating Manual

FIELD GUIDE · 01.05.2026 · 8 min read

What equipment is required for small-scale river gold mining?

This guide outlines the essential core equipment and auxiliary tools for small-scale river gold mining — gold pans, portable sluice boxes, sand suction pumps, and centrifugal concentrators. We cover key safety and operational tips, and compare the application of gold-catching mats and rubber mats in fine gold recovery processes. Ideal for beginners and small-scale operators looking to optimise their setup.

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Case Study12.29.2025

Gold yield in Papua New Guinea — equipment choices for 2025 sites

Boost your gold recovery in Papua New Guinea with our high-efficiency mining equipment: gold dredges, trommel wash plants, and mining trucks. Custom solutions designed for PNG's unique terrain to maximise your alluvial gold profits in 2025.

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Rubber gold mats versus sticky gold grass

Comparison12.23.2025

Rubber gold mats vs. traditional sticky gold grass

Compare durability, recovery rates up to 200 mesh, and operating conditions for rubber gold mats and sticky gold grass.

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Comparison12.08.2025

Fine gold recovery: small gold dredge centrifuge vs. vibrating screen

Compare Centrifuge vs. Vibrating Screen efficiency (98% vs 80%) using real data. Analyse TCO, clay tolerance, and optimal setup for your small gold dredge operation.

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Field Guide11.19.2025

Siphon gold dredge usage: step-by-step guide to extracting gold

A siphon gold dredge extracts alluvial gold via the siphon principle and mechanical separation. Optimised steps covering equipment inspection, site selection, deployment, slurry suction, gravity separation, gold collection, and real-time maintenance.

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Field Guide11.13.2025

How to pan for gold in a river — a practical solo guide

Practical solo gold panning guide: finding gold in rivers with basic tools — gold pan, shovel, classifier and more. Recommended kit, technique, and beginner mistakes to avoid.

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Field Guide10.28.2025

Medium-sized alluvial gold mining: equipment selection guide

A field guide to mid-scale alluvial gold operations. Compares throughput, recovery rates, water requirements and capital costs across Qrun 30 series, trommel wash plants, and centrifugal concentrators.

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