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Introducing
The TechnoTectonics
“...Economic trends are making conditions tougher for the
exploration industry overall by raising target hurdles and
thereby increasing discovery risk. Coupled with increasing
exploration maturity in many mineral provinces, mineral
explorers must find new ways to succeed in a world of
increased discovery risk.”
Chris Blain, Fifty-year Trends in Mineral Discovery
Commodity and Ore-type Targets.
Gold, PGM, Diamonds, Oil and
Gas... Yes, We Find Them!
Fenix Geoconsult Ltd., among other services, is now offering you an effective and affordable
methodology that identifies prospective targets which are related to, or controlled by tectonic
structures. Even over new areas with limited or nonexistent geological information we are able
to help you concentrate your exploration efforts to keep your budget in the black.
Behind our method lies the well documented fact that most ore deposits are directly related to
or controlled by tectonic structures within different geological environments. After identifying
the main tectonic structures and lineaments on the basis of sat-photos, aero-photos, infrared,
radarsat, landsat, geophysical and/or geochemical fields, DEM or topographic maps, the
number of these structures and their intersections are digitized using an appropriated grid and
combined with the available geological, geochemical, or geophysical information. The data is
then processed to determine the Range Correlation Coefficient (R.C.C.™) that best
characterizes the mineralized zone.
On the basis of the determined R.C.C.’s a new “integrated” map is created showing the location
of all the prospective zones. At the end of the study, you receive a full report, maps describing
the location of these potential targets, and suggestions on the best ways of verifying their
mineral potential.

A Little Bit of History
In November 1999 we successfully applied the
R.C.C.™ method to a blind test area in Rouyn-
Noranda. Using only lineaments, we were able to
determine the presence of 12 known mines, and to
differentiate them into gold and copper-gold ones.
During the year 2000, we applied the method to
several areas within the Treasure Hunt Project in
the Province of Ontario. Our targets completely
coincided with the results of the flight-through
aero-magnetic program, at a fraction of the cost
and time. Field checking of some of our targets
(Fig. 1) confirmed the presence of alteration,
mineralization, abrupt changes in tectonics, etc.
By the end of the year 2000, we introduced the
binary analysis of the distribution of known
mineralized zones which enabled us to do a more
targeted search within the studied areas.
The year 2001 marked the beginning of the
international application of this method with the
study of an area in Mexico for Intrepid Minerals
Corp. and of our first kimberlitic studies within the
James Bay Lowlands Area for Dumont Nickel Inc.
and for 1081798 Ontario Inc. On test-works
conducted in the area (Fig. 2) we were able to
locate 100% of all the known Jurassic kimberlitic
intrusions, as well as 85% of all the known pre
Cambrian ones, which are covered by hundreds of
metres of Paleozoic sediments.
As of the last field season, we have three new
kimberlitic targets confirmed on surface within the
James Bay Lowlands area.
Figure 1. Uldis Abolins takes samples from a
mineralized quartz vein from a target area predicted by
our method in Southern Ontario.
Figure 2. At the Attawapiskat River our method
identified all the known kimberlitic intrusions,
including the diamond-producing Victor Pipe.

Since 2003 we have successfully applied our technique to the exploration of oil and gas
deposits in the United States. We have been able to identify reefs structures located hundreds of
metres deep and in a recent test-study in Tennessee, we were able to locate all the known oil
and gas fields in an area of 120 square miles near Oak Ridge.
Today we continue enriching our
method with new techniques to locate
target zones more effectively and
efficiently. Our more recent additions
include 3D strain and stress modeling
of main structures, binary distribution
studies of ore deposits, color-imaging
analysis of sat-photos, and rose
diagrams analysis of surficial
lineaments as well as subsurface
modeling (Fig. 3).
How Does It Work?
The process starts with the selection by the Client of the area to be studied at the scale that they
want the study to be performed (Fig. 4).
Geographical or UTM coordinates of the
area are used to retrieve DEM (Digital
Elevation Model) data from the Internet.
Also, a preliminary search is done to
collect all available topographic, geologic,
geochemical, geophysical, and other types
of data on the area, including claim maps,
filed assessment work, and sat-photo
images.
It must be highlighted that we can obtain
reliable targets with just a topographic and
a regional geological map of your area.
But all the other available information will
increase the quality and accuracy of the
final prognosis.
Figure 4. Step 1- The Client select the area and the scale at which
they want the study to be conducted.
Figure 3. Strain and stress modeling allow us to determine the elastic
and plastic deformation and rupture maximum where the
mineralization will get concentrated.

The next step consists of the
determination of the lineaments in the
area under study (Fig. 5). For that we use
a combination of topographic maps, aero
and sat-photos, and the DEM. The
interpretation is done by Dr. Vadim
Galkin who has more than 30 years of
experience in interpreting lineament
structures. Dr. Galkin is also in charge of
the 3D modeling of strain and stress
simulations and activity of the main
lineaments.
After all the lineaments have been
identified and classified into main,
secondary, tertiary, circular, intersections and all
possible combinations of these parameters, the
information is digitized using an appropriate grid
and the integration process starts.
The next step is the integration of the lineament
data with the available geophysical and
geochemical information (Fig. 6). We also take into
consideration the location of known mineral
deposits, open and abandoned mines, drill holes,
etc. All this information is then differentiated (by
petrological type, by mineralized or barren zone,
etc.) and integrated into one layer of information
using a correlation model
The R.C.C. model allows us to determine the
correlation coefficient that identifies the prospective
zone in the area, by integrating all the useful
information in a one-layer map that we call
“prospective map”
Using a combination of software, such as SURFER,
ENVI, MapInfo, etc., we proceed with the graphical
modeling of the integrated data.
In Fig. 7, for example, we see a collapsed caldera
near the Shebandowan Lake in the Haines
Township in Southern Ontario, where there is an
old PGM mine from Inco Ltd.
Figure 5. Step 2- a lineament analysis is completed using DEM,
topographic maps, or air/satellite images.
Figure 6. Step 3.- We now integrate the lineament data
with the geological, geophysical and geochemical
information available in the area.

Figure 7. SURFER is used here for the 3D representation of circular structures in the Haines Township. Notice the collapsed
caldera to the east.
The prospective map shows all the potential targets in the area and it takes about 6 to 8 days to
compile. But this is not the end of the process yet!
Next, we compare the preliminary target areas with the claim maps (if they exist) and once
more with the available geological and assessment work data to make a final proposal of the
potential areas.
Finally, a series of potential targets is presented over a topographic or aero/satellite-photograph
or Google Earth basis, showing where you should concentrate your exploration efforts.
Besides a final report which includes all the processed information, databases, and graphical
data, we can also provide a preliminary inspection of the targets and recommend the most
efficient way to explore these new potential mineralized zones.
What Our Customers Are Saying...
“Too good to be true…, but in this case it was. Just by using lineaments, they identified all
major known gold and copper deposits and could even differentiate two separated metallogenic
zones… and they didn’t even know at that time where was the area under study!”
John Harvey, EnergoSources, 1999 (705-527-0357)
“Excellent work! It was delivered on time and with an outstanding presentation”
Don Farrell, Tyrell Geological Services, 2000 (604-685-3900)
“Intriguing! … [your interpretation] pointed out to a complete new area that we did not
consider at the beginning”
Dr. Laurence Curtis, Intrepid Minerals Corp., 2000 (416-368-4525)

“I must congratulate you with the quality and timing of your presentation and for introducing a
different point of view on the interpretation of the current data”
Stephen McIntyre, Dumont Nickel Inc., 2001 (416-364-5569)
“Incredible results, but they make sense. We are staking these targets now”
Gordon Leliever, 1081798 Ontario Inc., 2001 (519-940-8117)
“I am impressed! nothing could put you closer to an oil field than this technique”
Michel Gamblin, Cambridge Resources Inc., 2001 (865-483-1726)
“If presentation and readability are half the battle... you have won already!”
Derek Barttlet, Blue Emerald Inc., 2001 (905-814-7630)
Price List
The following table can help you estimate the costs of the lineament study of your zone.
Usually, the degree of detail will determine the scale of your work. For example, if your area is
small, e.g. 800 km2
, you will probably choose a scale of 1:10 000, and you will be charged
$685.71 per km2
. But if you have a larger area, but still want to do a detailed study, you will be
charged at a smaller rate. For example, if you have an area of 3,000 km2
and want to conduct
your study at scale 1:50 000, you will be charged $171.43 per km2
.
Table 1. Cost per scale of the lineament analysis.
Scale
Rate
$/km2
Recommended
area, km2
1:1 000
000 10.71 14000
1:500 000 21.43 7000
1:250 000 42.86 3500
1:100 000 85.71 1750
1:50 000 171.43 875
1:25 000 342.86 437.5
1:10 000 685.71 218.75
1:5 000 1371.43 109.375
The prices listed in Table 1 are only for the lineament study. Any other layer of information
(geophysical, geochemical, etc.) will take an additional time to process. The extra time to
process additional layers of information will vary from one day for data presented in electronic

format (x, y, z) to 3-4 days for data presented as maps. See the table below for estimation on
these additional costs.
Table 2. Estimated cost for adding additional layers of information.
For example, if you have 1 hardcopy of a magnetic map and 1 digital file with geochemical
information, it will add 5 days and $900 to the cost. Geological information will be included at
no charge. The plastic and elastic modeling usually takes a week to 10 days to complete at an
additional cost of $1,157 per day. Your final cost will include a 15% managerial fees and
normal expenses, usually in the range of $400-$500 unless you would like to purchase sat-
photos or any other expensive digitized data. A quote will be presented before we start the
study of your area.
To help you get a quote of the area you are interested in, we created an Excel macro (Quote
calculation.xls) that will allow you to explore different “what-if” scenarios and let you obtain a
more real quote then just by using these tables. The software includes a Glossary page with
explanations on each term and service we offer. The final quote, however, will depend on the
complexity and detail of your study and will be discussed with you before starting the work.
Who Are We?
Ricardo Valls, B.Sc., M.Sc., P. Geo., CEO and Director of
Geoconsult Fenix Ltd., is a professional geologist with over
thirty years in the mining industry, He has extensive geological,
geochemical, and mining experience, managerial skills, and a
solid background in research techniques, and training of
technical personnel. He is fluent in English, French, Spanish,
and Russian. He has been involved in various projects world-
wide (Canada, Africa, Russia, Indonesia, the Caribbean and
Central and South America). Projects included from regional
reconnaissance to local mapping, diamond drilling and RC-
drilling programs, open pit and underground mapping and
sampling, geochemical sampling and interpretation, and several exploration techniques
pertaining to the search for diamonds, PGM, gold, nickel, silver, base metals, industrial
minerals, oil & gas, and other magmatic, hydrothermal, porphyritic, VMS and SEDEX ore
deposits. Special strengths are related to acquisition of new properties, geochemical and
geological studies, management and organization, geomathematical analysis and modelling,
Layers
Time
(electronic) days
Time
(hardcopy) days
Cost
(electronic) $
Cost
(hardcopy) $
1 1 4 100 800
2 1.5 6 150 1200
3 2 8 200 1600
4 2.5 10 250 2000
5 3 12 300 2400

compositional data analysis, structural studies, database design, QA&QC studies, exploration
studies and writing technical reports. P.Geo. registered in the province of Ontario.
Dr. Vadim Galkin, Ph.D. Formerly Full Professor of the
Moscow State University in Russia. Since 1999 he
resides in Toronto, Canada. He has worked for
Falconbridge Exploration, Ltd., EnerSource Mapping,
Inc., and Goldsat Mining, Inc. as a Geoscience
Consultant. Worked several years as a geological
researcher in the University of Toronto. He is a structural
geologist consultant contracted by the Geoconsult Fenix
Ltd. for the lineament analysis and 3D stress simulation
(which won him a semi-finalist place on the GoldCorp
Challenge) and currently works Work as the VP
Exploration of West Red Lake Gold Inc.

How Can You Benefit from Our Services?
“To succeed cost-effectively in this new
environment of increasing discovery risk will
require extraordinary creativity, innovation, and
technical skill coupled with commercial
discipline.”
Chris Blain, Fifty-year Trends in Mineral
Discovery - Commodity and Ore-type Targets.
Are you considering the acquisition of new properties or are you starting a grassroots project?
We can study and evaluate the area for you and establish its general mineral potential. For
example, the lineament study of 1,000 km2
at a scale of 1:50,000 will be completely processed
–including a report– in a month at an approximated cost of $171,429 plus HST and normal
expenses. That is less than $175/km2
for a complete new database with target zones! Compare
this cost to putting personnel on the ground or flying helicopters.
Do you want to know where to concentrate your next exploration efforts? The new approach of
the Fenix Geoconsult Ltd. team will help you integrate all the available data and identify the
most promising target areas at a fraction of the cost of regular procedures and much faster.
Please contact us for an estimated quote.
For more information, contact us by fax, phone, e-mail or regular mail at the following address:
Fenix Geoconsult Ltd. 204-133 Richmond Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2L3, Cell: +1-
416-294-3896, E-mail: rvalls@geofenix.org.

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