THE FIRST MINING MACHINERY SYMPOSIUM AND EXHIBITION OF TURKEY

Dumlupınar University Convention Center in Kütahya, TURKEY

May 10-12, 2007

SECOND CIRCULAR

Purpose

Mining Machinery Symposium and Exhibition of Turkey will be organized in collaboration with The University of Dumlupinar and the Chamber of Mining Engineers of Turkey in Kutahya on May 10-12, 2007. In conjunction with the symposium, an international mining machinery exhibition will also be open during the dates of the Symposium. We, as organizing committee, invite you to join to the Symposium and Exhibition and believe that your contribution gives support to mining.

The primary objective of the Symposium is to present the various types of new mining machinery and equipment employed in different mining applications to the users and to discuss their productivity, efficiency, and reliability. It is also aimed to transfer scientific and technological developments in this area to a wide range of people and to provide communication among research scientists, mine operators, mining machinery manufacturers, and mine planning, equipment selection, operations, and maintenance engineers.

Furthermore, this symposium and exhibition is intended to be raised as an international event that will be held biannually in Turkey, being a country with a proven significant potential in mining.

Prof.Dr. Cem ŞENSÖĞÜT
On behalf of the organizing committee, Mining Machinery 2007

Symposium Themes

The topics of interest of the Symposium 2007 include but not limited to:

• Mining equipment and machinery selection
• Rock cutting mechanics
• Design, monitoring, and maintenance of mining machinery
• Performance of the mining machinery
• Mining machinery technology
• Simulation, optimization, and control of the mining machinery and equipment
• Ancillary mining equipment and materials
• Workers‘ health and safety

Papers are to be submitted to the Symposium of Mining Machinery 2007. We look forward to welcoming you to a stimulating and enjoyable symposium.

Date and Venue

The Symposium and the Exhibition will be held on May 10-12, 2007 at Dumlupınar University Convention Center in Kütahya.

About Kütahya

Kütahya is a small province of Western Aegean Turkey that lies on the Porsuk River and shelter a population of around 170.000. Situated at height of 930 meters above the sea level, Kütahya is the capital of the Kütahya province and is nestled beneath a ruined hilltop fortress. The largest town of the region is Tavşanlı.

You can reach Kütahya by bus, car or train though the train connection. The nearest airport is at Afyon. The city is well connected by railroad with Balıkesir (250 kilometers West), Konya (450 kilometers south-east), Izmir (334 kilometers West) and Ankara (300 kilometers East). If you come from Istanbul then you can avail a ferry to cross the Sea of Marmara and then catch a bus from Yalova or Bursa.

The most famous and mouth watering delicacy of Kütahya is Gediz Earthenware. The recommendable hotels of this region are Tutav Thermal Hotel and Hotas Hotel.

The climate of Kütahya in May is warm enough, partly cloudy, no possibility of raining. 

Main Attractions in Kütahya

Kütahya merges natural splendor and historical magnificence equally in its folds and thus happens to be a great spot for vacationers. If history interests you, come to the ancient city of Aizanoi (named from mythological hero Azan) next to the Cavdarhisar Village. Aizanoi houses the Roman ruins as well as one of the best-preserved Roman temples of Anatolia - the temple of Zeus. Built to worship Zeus and Anatolian fertility Goddess Kybele, the temple dates back to the period of Hadrian. At a short distance from this temple, stands the combined structure of a stadium cum theatre, which dates back to 3rd century and is unique in itself. Aizanoi antic city also happens to be the foremost place in the world where a gold exchange market (Mycelium) was established.

Next, you can move on to visit the Kutahya Castle (Hisartepe locality), which has 70 towers, two fountains and 3 mosques. The castle is divided into three parts - Kale-i-bala, Kale-i-sagir and Dis towers. The old city palace (1911) of Kutahya is also well preserved and bears testimony of Ottoman civil architecture. The 18th century wood and stucco houses of Kutahya on the Germiyan Street are definitely worth visiting. These picturesque houses are the best example of Kutahya‘s ancient urban structures. On the same Germiyan Street stands the Hungarian house of revolutionary Lajos Kossuth, which has now been turned to a must-visit Kossuth museum.

There are hundreds of historical caves in Frig Valley, some 55 kilometers distant from Kutahya. These hand carved caves, which were used as shelter, accommodation and tombs, entail 3 sections of rocks. The first section contains two churches with frescoed walls, the second section contains the Deliktas Castle with several passages and galleries and the 3rd section houses the natural castle of Penteser whose natural beauty is unparallel.

Apart from these, there are several Islamic historical remains like the Byzantine Fortress, the Cinili cami (1973), the great Ulu cami (restored by famous architect Sinan), Balikli mosque, the Ottoman Bedesten, Donenler cami (14th century) and Sengul bath, which are worth visiting. You also must visit the Kutahya museum of arts and artifacts.

Besides historical treasures, the region overflows with natural bounties, too. Mt Murat (2312 meters) with its clean air, fresh water and numerous bird species is not only the highest mountain in this region but is also a picturesque spot. Equally magnificent is Camila (west of Kutahya), a large promenade area amidst the pine forest. It has been arranged as a recreation and resting area and offers great sightseeing opportunities.

There are several other beautiful places in Kutahya like Enne dam, Porsuk dam, Kurucay pond (picnic spot), Golcuk plateau (picnic spot), Kasalic natural protection area and Mizikcam natural monument. Kutahys is also endowed with thermal springs like Yoncali, Gediz Ilicasu, Simav Eynal, Tavsanli Göbel, Emet, Yesil and Kaynarca.

Language

The official languages of the Symposium are English and Turkish.

Submission of Papers

The full papers that will be prepared according to the instructions will have been sent to the Organizing Committee no later than February 23, 2007. Guide to the authors for the preparation of the manuscripts can be found at www.maden.org.tr/etkinlikler/maden_makinalari_en.  The authors will be notified for the acceptance, and if accepted, for the necessary changes and modifications to the manuscript by March 12, 2007. Deadline for the submission of camera-ready manuscripts is April 2, 2007.

Exhibition

Companies and institutions in the fields of mining and mineral processing and marble and quarry industries will have the opportunity to exhibit their products, technologies and services concurrently with the Symposium. Prospective exhibitors are requested to contact to the Symposium Secretariat for reservations.

Registration Fee

Registration free is 350 EUR and for accompanying person, it is 200 EUR. The registration fees for delegates, including local VAT, will cover the attendance to all symposium sessions and exhibition, welcome reception, tea breaks and three luncheons, gala dinner, symposium kit (includes delegate bag, badges and relevant materials, proceedings book). Accompanying person‘s fee doesn‘t include symposium kit.

Registration and Payments

Detailed information related to registration and payments are given in "Symposium Registration and Payment Form" presented at the end of this circular. Please fill in the form and return it with payment to the Symposium Secretariat. Each delegate must send a separate form which may be photocopied or downloaded from the Symposium web site: www.maden.org.tr/etkinlikler/maden_makinalari_en . If paying by direct bank transfer you must agree to pay the charges of both the sending and receiving banks. Symposium Secretary will not be able to register you for the Symposium until the secretary has received confirmation from our bank that payment has been received.

Letters of invitation

An official letter of invitation will be sent to each delegate upon request. Such an invitation is intended to assist potential attendees in raising funds for travel, registration and/or obtaining visa. The letter of invitation will not imply a commitment on part of the symposium to provide any financial support.

Insurance and Liability

The Mining Machinery 2007 is not insured to meet any claims arising from any incidents during the Symposium. It is the responsibility of participants, exhibitors and accompanying persons to be properly and adequately insured. The Symposium organizers accept no responsibility for loss of personal belongings incurred by delegates

Passport and Visa

Passport and visa requirements may differ by country of origin. Contact your travel agent or Turkish Consulate/Embassy in your country for advice.

Accommodation and Tours

Blocks of rooms are reserved at the symposium venue. Dumlupınar University‘s specially designed dormitory, with all the rooms have two beds, is available for accomodation at a price of € 20 /room/night (18% VAT excluded). For those who prefer to stay at Tutav Thermal Hotel and nearby alternative hotels, accomodation prices are given below;

Tours for delegates and accompanying persons will be organized for Symposium and post-Symposium days. Tour transportations will be provided by luxury coaches. Each of the tours will be organized if the number of participants is at least 20. 

1) Kütahya Tour, on Wednesday May 10, 2007

2) Seyitömer Lignite Enterprise Tour, on Thursday May 11, 2007

3) KÜMAŞ Tour, on Friday May 12, 2007

All reservations related to accommodation, airport transfers and the tours will be arranged by the Symposium Committee. Therefore, please mail or fax your demands to the address of the committee given below after filling in the dormitory and tour reservation form included. Please don‘t hesitate to contact the committee for any inquiry related with the accommodation and the tours.

Correspondance of  Mining Machinery 2007

Prof.Dr. Cem ŞENSÖĞÜT on behalf of the organizing committee, Mining Machinery 2007, Department of Mining Engineering Dumlupınar Univesity 43100 KÜTAHYA / TURKEY

Tel: +90 (274) 2652031-4151 Fax: +90 (274) 2652066 E-mail: sensogut@dumlupinar.edu.tr 

Web: www.maden.org.tr/etkinlikler/maden_makinalari_en