Alaska Gold Rush Diary

Chapter 124 Selection of Mineral Washing Machines

Chapter 125 Choosing a Mineral Processing Machine (Ten updates, please subscribe and vote)

After some effort, the personnel issue was barely resolved.

Since it was James, a veteran gold prospector, who introduced them, he believed that at least in terms of skills, the two men should not be a problem.

As for their character and personality, we will have to wait until they officially enter the mine to conduct further investigations.

Next, once Zhang Jianing completes the basic procedures and Edward has purchased the machinery and equipment, construction of the mine can begin.

During this period, Edward has already purchased a Hitachi 400 excavator, a Caterpillar D8T bulldozer, and a 3.9-meter dump truck; all the main machinery is now in place.

The most crucial part, which is still undecided, is the core equipment of the mining farm – the mining machine.

After a period of investigation and selection, Edward chose a total of three ore washing machines.

These three machines are second-hand machines salvaged from other bankrupt or closed mining farms. Their performance varies, but they can all basically meet the requirements of the mining farms that are about to open.

He planned to leave the decision-making power to Zhou Xin.

After reviewing the information on the three mining machines and listening to Edward's explanation, Zhou Xin was also somewhat conflicted.

The original owner gave all three machines very chuunibyou (a Japanese term for someone with delusions of grandeur) and domineering names.

The first machine was named "Red Witch," and it was painted entirely in bright red. It was small and exquisite, and could process about 20 cubic meters of soil per hour. It was also the cheapest, costing only $25.

The second machine is called "Iron Knight". It has a very rugged appearance and was completely modified by its original owner. It is very efficient and can process 40 cubic meters of material per hour. The price is $40.

The third unit is "Godzilla," which, as its name suggests, is enormous and fully functional. The original owner added many auxiliary devices, and it can process nearly 50 cubic meters of soil per hour. It is the most expensive of the three units, costing $60.

The three machines are the best performing of the three sizes and can be put into use with almost no maintenance.

Edward immediately explained that he was unsure because he didn't know the specifics of the land Zhou Xin had chosen, or how many cubic meters of soil would need to be processed each day to meet the daily harvest requirements.

If the gold content is low, but the soil layer containing gold is thick, then a large machine capable of processing more soil every day is required.

If the gold content is high, but the soil layer containing gold is shallow, and you don't need to process too much soil every day, then you can choose a smaller piece of equipment.

After all, the larger the equipment, the more expensive it is, and the more fuel it consumes every day.

After his explanation, Zhou Xin immediately made a judgment.

The land he chose has an absolutely guaranteed gold content in its soil, which is more than enough for the "Red Witch".

There is an even more critical issue: if a second or third machine is selected, their current excavation and earthmoving machinery will obviously be insufficient, which would require additional machinery and personnel.

So he made his decision to buy the "Red Witch".

"This 'Red Witch' machine is indeed a great piece of equipment, with excellent performance and is very new. I heard that the original owner only lasted one gold rush season before he was on the verge of bankruptcy and had to sell the equipment to recoup his losses."

Edward strongly approved of Zhou Xin's choice.

Once the ore washing machine is ready, all the necessary machinery for mining is ready.

Next, once Zhang Jianing has completed the relevant procedures, the equipment can be transported to the site.

Of course, they also need to prepare many living supplies, such as containers for accommodation and office use, living facilities and necessities.

The most important thing right now is to get the paperwork done as soon as possible.

Once the core procedures are completed, we can drive the excavators and other equipment over and build the access road first.

At this moment, Zhou Xin was more eager than ever for Zhang Jianing to come over.

In the following days, Edward finalized all the purchase contracts for the machinery and equipment and paid the deposit.

Around noon that day, Zhou Xin got into his Dodge Mammoth and drove towards the airport.

Zhang Jianing will arrive at Anchorage Airport in half an hour.

Zhou Xin stood at the exit and waited. Soon, a graceful and familiar figure appeared at the exit.

"Welcome to Alaska!" Zhou Xin strode over and took the suitcase from Zhang Jianing.

The two had not seen each other for several months, and Zhou Xin had experienced a lot during this time, which made him feel like he was in another world.

Zhang Jianing was wearing a long white down jacket, black thermal pants, and tall boots.

Even though she was tightly wrapped in clothes, her stunning figure was still evident.

Her pretty face beamed with joy as she smiled and said, "Long time no see, Mr. Zhou."

"Could you please stop calling me President Zhou? I was just joking before."

That day, he confidently said on the phone, "Follow Boss Zhou, and I guarantee you'll become a rich woman." Thinking back on it now, he just feels a bit silly.

"If not President Zhou, then what should I call you?" Zhang Jianing stared at him with her big, watery blue eyes.

"Call me Xiao Zhou," Zhou Xin joked.

"You're my boss from now on, I can't do that. How about I call you Ah Xin?"

She had already made up her mind to take the initiative, and when she used a slightly intimate term of endearment, although her face was a little flushed, she was determined to go all out.

"Sure, that's what my cousin from my hometown calls me too."

"Haha, then call me 'sister' too!" Zhang Jianing said with a coquettish smile.

"You're several years younger than me, aren't you afraid I'll make you sound old?"

"Don't be afraid, hurry up and call me sister!" Zhang Jianing persisted.

"No," Zhou Xin resolutely refused.

Zhang Jianing gave a light snort and said coquettishly, "Hmph, fine, I won't call you that!"

By this time, the two had arrived at where Zhou Xin had parked his car.

"Wow, you bought a new car!" Zhang Jianing circled around Zhou Xin's new car.

"There's no other way, it's necessary for mining. The roads there are all terrible, and regular cars can't drive on them, so we have to buy a suitable vehicle." "Hmm, I feel this vehicle is perfect for you."

"How so?"

"Because it's as handsome as you!" Zhang Jianing said, then giggled.

"Haha, everyone knows that." Zhou Xin deliberately leaned back.

He was actually a little puzzled. Why did the mixed-race beauty in front of him seem a little different?

However, after such a joking conversation, the awkwardness between the two after several months apart was immediately swept away.

Instead of taking Zhang Jianing directly back to the rented villa, Zhou Xin drove her to a shopping mall in the city center and accompanied her to buy bedding and other daily necessities.

Although the rented villa already had some existing furniture, and Zhou Xin and the others were using it directly, he anticipated that Zhang Jianing would obviously prefer to use something new.

Zhang Jianing seemed very happy to go shopping with Zhou Xin, carrying his bag while she flitted around the mall like a little bird.

Before long, Zhou Xin's hands were full of bags and packages.