News Archive

July 2010
19 Jul 2010
NLT Australia to supply Xstrata Coal’s West Wallsend with an IS-approved communications and tracking solution
NLT Australia, a subsidiary of NL Technologies in Canada, was recently awarded the contract to...
17 Jul 2010
Wobbler feeder assists efficient operation of high tech crushing system
The Di Maso company in Italy has just invested in a modern HAZEMAG crushing facility....
17 Jul 2010
Former mine regulators criticise MSHA actions at Upper Big Branch mine
Massey Energy reports that two former, high-ranking federal mining regulators, David Lauriski, former Assistant Secretary of...
16 Jul 2010
Peabody signs three year global deal to improve equipment maintenance with Mincom solution
Mincom, a leading global provider of software and services to asset-intensive industries, has announced a...
16 Jul 2010
Bucyrus reveals a plethora of intelligent developments for underground and surface mining at QME
At the QME exhibition, the biennial Queensland Mining & Engineering exhibition held in Mackay, QLD,...
16 Jul 2010
NMA greets proposed carbon capture legislature as an accelerated pathway to energy independence for the US
National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement in support...
15 Jul 2010
New improved ventilation system for underground mining from GIA Industries
A new generation of Swedvent underground ventilation fans and ducting system from GIA Industries offers reduced...
15 Jul 2010
NMA testimony warns against MINER Act changes as it highlights misallocation of government resources while outlining its mine safety principles
National Mining Association (NMA) Senior Vice President Bruce Watzman has outlined the association's principles for...
15 Jul 2010
Rigorous training schedule pays off for Doe Run mine rescue team as they prove skills at 40th Southern Regional Mine Rescue Classic
A mine rescue team from The Doe Run Company recently earned high honors when the...
14 Jul 2010
Pioma wins gold for the FAMUR Group at Poznań International Fair with innovative loco solution
The PIOMALDS 80 locomotive, a joint project of Institute of Mining Technology KOMAG and Pioma,...
14 Jul 2010
Project generation – a key process in exploration today – ‘the Mercenary Geologist’ explains
In his latest 'musing' Mickey Fulp, 'the Mercenary Geologist', considers "the prospect generator model: a...
14 Jul 2010
Global Witness advises DRC companies on due diligence regarding conflict minerals
Rebels, militias and army units have hijacked the trade in mineral ores from eastern Democratic...