JARFAB KAVOSH is a premier geological and geophysical consulting firm with a proven track record of successfully executing over 300 projects in mineral exploration, groundwater management, and engineering geophysics. Our team provides end-to-end services, from initial data acquisition and processing to advanced interpretation, drill target delineation, and strategic consulting.
Core Capabilities & Project Experience
1. Mineral Exploration (Metallic & Non-Metallic)
We specialize in the comprehensive exploration of mineral deposits, employing a full suite of advanced geophysical methods (Magnetometry, Geoelectrics (IP/RS)) to identify and assess promising targets.
- Porphyry & Epithermal Systems: Extensive experience in exploring for Porphyry Copper (±Mo, Au), Epithermal Gold, and related alteration zones in major mineral belts.
- Projects include: Porphyry exploration in Kerman (Shirinak) and Ardabil (Jabardagh); Epithermal Gold exploration in Isfahan (Taherababd, Milajerd).
- Skarn & IOCG Deposits:Proven expertise in locating and delineating Skarn-type deposits and Iron Oxide Copper-Gold (IOCG) systems.
- Projects include: Skarn & IOCG exploration in Semnan (Moshyrieh); Skarn exploration in East Azerbaijan (Lar, Iry village) and Kerman (Maleki).
- Specialized Deposit Exploration:
- Exploration of Gilsonite (natural bitumen) deposits in Lorestan province.
- Delineation of ophiolitic structures and associated mineralization in South Khorasan.
- Economic Viability Assessment:
- Conducted economic assessments for over 30 promising metallic mineral zones (Pb, Zn, Cu, Au, Ag, Fe) and over 10 non-metallic mineral zones (marble, silica, barite) within the Sanandaj-Sirjan tectonic belt.
2. Groundwater Exploration & Management
With approximately 250 projects completed, we provide trusted water resource solutions for various sectors.
- Clients & Applications:
- Service Centers: Iran Space Organization (Mahdasht site), Parand Azad University, Ghizqalehsi Dam manufactory Kaleibar; Natural gas station for their groundwater demand (Zanjan)
- Industrial & Mining Centers:Armitage Ceramic Company, Saveh; Kasra Ceramic Company, Sanandaj; Washcloth Factory, Malard Industrial Area; Awaj, Tarom Sofla, Lia and Segzabad(Hakimieh) Industrial Towns; RAK Ceramic Factory, Shahreza; Hara copper mine, Bandare Khamir; Ahrarsara mineral industry, Qarchac. Sahneh limestone quarry, Sahneh, Sangan steel factories water supply through Transboundary Aquifers, Mazandaran Gypsum Factory
- Livestock, Poultry & Fish Farms:Poultry Farm, Parsian; Fish Farming Unit, Shoush; Livestock unit of Gomrokan Village, Mahdash; Livestock Unit, Hamvatan dairy company, Roodehen; Livestock Unit, Mehdi Abad; Livestock unit, Avaj; Livestock unit, Alamut city; livestock unit of Bardsir, Kerman; fish farm of Mohammad Abad Arab, Pishva; 12000 units of livestock cows, Segazabad village, Buein Zahra, Ardestan
- Agricultural Sites: Karaj (Kondur village, Ghasem Gorji village and Mohammadshahr district); Malard (Zarin Abad village); Buein Zahra (Jahan Abad and Esmat Abad villages); Danesfahan; Lavasanat; Golpayegan (Shideabad village); Nazarabad; Abyek (village of Ziaran, Salehiyeh village); Roodehen (2 projects); Damavand (Garmabdareh village); Mamuniyeh; Aligudarz (Kan-Sokh village); Garmsar; Savojbolagh (Kordan area and Kohsar village ); Shahriar (Amirieh village); Saveh (4 Projects); Shazand; Marzan Abad; Khansar; Kelardasht; Isfahan (Ashokavand village); Khomeini shahr; Hashtgerd (Khor village); Komijan (Khomar Baghi village); Hashtgerd city; Sari (Telmadreh village); Firoozkooh; Shahrekord; Ben; Kharaghan, Farrokhsahr(Dastgerd emamzadeh, 3 projects); Tarom Olia, Jafarieh;Qum, Mehdishahr, Gok tappeh: Mahabad, Kermanshah and etc
- Potable Water Supply:Mashhad (25 wells of the emergency water potable supply project of Mashhad from the western city lands), Zehabad village of Tarom Sofli, Abdul Abad village of Nazarabad city, Malkhasat Sari village, Javand and Darb Hara villages of Bandar Lange city, Khonj village of Khor Va Biyabank cities
- Hydrogeological Services:
- Submission of detailed hydrogeological reports and technical advisory for optimizing well placement, drilling techniques, and water extraction.
- Comprehensive data acquisition and analysis from over 800 wells, 300 springs, and 400 qanats for regional water authorities.
3. Engineering Geophysics & Geotechnical Studies
We provide critical subsurface data to support civil engineering, infrastructure development, and geohazard assessment.
- Dam & Infrastructure Investigations:
- Geophysical studies in the Kucherey Dam overflow zone to identify karstic cavities and fractured zones (Client: Tehran Regional Water Authority).
- Supervision of GPR studies along the North Tehran Fault for geohazard assessment.
- Site Selection & Geohazard Assessment:
- Landslide investigations, including the delineation of slip surfaces in the Deraloo mine.
- Site investigations for solar power plants to assess corrosion susceptibility and design earthing systems in Isfahan, Yazd, and Alborz provinces.
- Identification of karstic cavities and subsurface stability analysis for clients such as the Niasar Municipality.
4. Consultancy, Supervision & Advanced Data Analysis
We advise major corporations and lead innovation in geoscience technologies.
- Expert Geophysical Advisor:
- o Reprocessing and interpretation of geophysical data for leading companies like Kowsar Mining Holding, Foolad Mobarakeh Isfahan Co., Bama Holding, and Mahan Holding.
- o Advisor for delineating porphyry and intrusion-related gold systems for clients like Ayandesazan Mehrpoo Co. and NGKP Co.
- Technology & Innovation:
- o Pioneering the use of airborne geophysical sensors on drones (UAV-Magnetometry) to enhance exploration efficiency (Client: Steel Research Institute of IUT).
- Specialized Geological Interpretation:
- o Leveraging satellite imagery (Google Earth Pro), aerial photos, and field data to provide expert geological interpretations and reports.
The key personnel of JARFAB KAVOSH are actively involved in knowledge sharing and professional development within the industry, delivering specialized courses, webinars, and lectures at national and international platforms. A selection of these activities includes: