Liebherr’s new T 236 mining truck demonstrates the company’s continued innovation in design, paired with the evolution of Liebherr’s own high quality components and class-leading technology. This new rigid-frame dump truck with a diesel electric drive system is Liebherr’s entry into the 100 t class and is the first in this class with a 4-corner,[…]
MinerAndina reports that Chilean state mining company Codelco, the world’s largest copper producer, “plans to invest $40 billion for the next ten years to strengthen the company for the various scenarios the copper industry presents,” according to Alejandro Rivera, Administration and Finances VP. He said that financing for this investment will come from resources generated[…]
On 28th September 2017, a press conference took place at the KGHM headquarters in Lubin, Poland to introduce the BIOMOre underground installation, as the novel in-situ bioleaching concept is being tested at KGHM’s operations under realistic conditions. The event was hosted by Katarzyna Rogóż (BIOMOre coordinator, KGHM Polska Miedź) and Paulina Mołodyńska-Glapska (Project Manager of[…]
The process of extracting ore and turning it into valuable commodities inevitably puts equipment under significant wear and tear. While equipment used in the dewatering process may not be expected to withstand the same levels of abrasion as, for example, a cone crusher or a mill discharge pump, it is nonetheless important that it is[…]
China’s refined tin production is expected to increase in the coming months as a number of smelters restart production following maintenance, environmental inspections and raw material constraints, the ITRI reports. “Yunnan Tin Co (YTC), China’s largest tin producer, restarted production on 9 October following a period of smelter maintenance which began on 31 August 31.[…]
Outotec has been awarded an order for the delivery of minerals processing technology packages by Lundin Gold for their greenfield project Fruta Del Norte in Ecuador. The contract value booked in Outotec’s 2017 third quarter order intake is over EUR 10 million. Ecuador, until recently only known by its oil resources, is quickly gaining ground[…]
The Sempertrans segment of the Semperit Group, one of the leading manufacturers of conveyor belts worldwide, has a new management team. Its major goals are to increase profitability sustainably and utilise market opportunities efficiently. “With two new major contracts for copper mines in Asia and America we have done outstandingly well recently. Overall, we will[…]
With a heritage stretching back more than 65 years, Terex Trucks added another chapter to its history book in 2014 when it was acquired by Volvo Construction Equipment. Entering a brand new era, the Scottish manufacturer also welcomed new partnerships with renowned dealers across the globe to supply and support its robust rigid and articulated[…]
Cummins Inc has announced that it is acquiring the assets of Brammo Inc, which designs and develops battery packs for mobile and stationary applications. Adding Brammo’s battery pack expertise and resources is an important milestone in Cummins efforts to become a global electrified power leader. “To be a leading provider of electrified power systems just[…]
AFEX Fire Suppression Systems has announced that AFEX dry chemical, liquid agent, and dual agent fire suppression systems were awarded FM 5970 Approval on September 21, 2017. FM Approval Standard 5970 – Heavy-Duty Mobile Equipment Protection Systems, was developed over the course of four years, and represents a collaborative effort amongst FM Approvals and industry[…]