The world’s largest zero-emission haul truck, based on a Komatsu 930E and designed and built by First Mode in partnership with Anglo American, has successfully completed its mission to demonstrate the potential of zero emission haulage after one full year of operational trials. The proof-of-concept mining truck is a critical technology in heavy industry’s efforts[…]
Epiroc says it has agreed to purchase the key assets of Schramm Australia, a leading manufacturer of products for reverse circulation (RC) drilling. Since February 2023, Schramm Australia, based in Perth, has been in voluntary administration, and Epiroc will now continue the business. The assets include intellectual property as well as two production facilities near[…]
Vermeer, a manufacturer or surface mining equipment, has announced the opening of a 312,000-sq.ft (28,986 sq.m) Global Parts Distribution Center to, it says, support the important work customers and dealers are performing around the world. Vermeer team members will package and ship parts worldwide from the facility, located on the grounds of the corporate headquarters[…]
In order to comply with the Extended Producer Responsibility (REP) law, Minera El Abra, a Chilean copper mine and subsidiary of Freeport-McMoRan, along with the tyre manufacturer Bridgestone, are starting the recycling process for tyres purchased by the mine over the past year, which will result in three types of by-products: steel, oil and carbon[…]
Efficient tyres make underground mining safe and smooth - and Nokian Tyres’ Armor Gard 2 Mine it says is now available in smaller size of 9.00-20, specifically aimed at drill rigs working in harsh mining conditions. Nokian Tyres Armor Gard 2 Mine it says offers excellent cut resistance, great handling and a long service-life. The tyre has up[…]
High pressure reciprocating pump specialist RMI Pressure Systems has promoted Sabrina Zhang to the role of Director for Aftermarket Sales, Services and RMI Operations in China. Zhang has been with Armstrong – RMI’s holding company – since 2013 and previously held the role of Senior Manager for Commercial & Aftermarket. In her new role, she[…]
Mining companies strive for maximum productivity and efficiency in their operations, and TALPA, the software firm based in Essen, Germany, has developed a cloud-based data analytics platform that it says is set to transform the way mining fleets perform. By leveraging high-resolution machine data and various AI-based applications, TALPA targets the workflows of all stakeholders[…]
In November 2022, Caterpillar announced the successful demonstration of its first battery electric 793 large mining truck as well as a significant investment to transform its Arizona-based proving ground into a sustainable testing and validation hub of the future. Caterpillar completed development of its first battery electric 793 prototype with support from key mining customers[…]
Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden) has finalised its agreement with Ivanhoe Electric Inc (IE) to purchase a 9.9% stake in the company and form a 50/50 joint venture to undertake what it says is one of the largest exploration programs ever conducted. The deal will provide Ma’aden, through the joint venture, with access to IE’s[…]
Almonty Industries Inc says that plans are now well advanced to reopen the Los Santos former tungsten producing mine in Spain, which has been in planned care and maintenance since 2020. Since that time, Almonty has been undertaking studies into the re-commencement of production from Los Santos via the retreating of tailings, utilising the company’s flotation[…]