Archives: Automation

Pronto’s Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) is set to be deployed at Heidelberg Materials North America’s Lake Bridgeport quarry in Texas, USA, following a successful pilot of the technology with Heidelberg in 2023. The pilot in question was conducted in partnership with Komatsu North America, with the next phase also set to be on a Komatsu[…]

On July 16, China’s Sichuan Zigong Conveying Machine Group Co Ltd (ZGCMC), also known as Yunji Group, and Huawei Technologies Co Ltd, signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement in Shenzhen. Relying on the advantages of ZGCMC in the mining and bulk transportation industries, as well as Huawei’s technical capabilities in cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence, digital[…]

Sandvik will introduce innovative new solutions and showcase its latest technologies at mining’s largest tradeshow, MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2024, in Las Vegas, including battery-electric and diesel-electric equipment to help customers improve their sustainability. The OEM will have its latest innovations on display at the show, September 24-26, including its new Toro™ diesel-electric truck demonstrator and latest[…]

Rajant Corporation, the pioneer of Kinetic Mesh® wireless networks, and ESG Solutions say they have completed another round of successful underground mine testing at Sudbury, Canada’s NORCAT health and safety centre. With Precision Time Protocol (PTP) put in place by ESG, Rajant can enhance client’s technologies and programs – from communications and productivity to privacy[…]

Suncor has announced that its Base Plant site rolled out 15 Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) trucks in May with 20 more trucks deployed in June, completing the first phase of the implementation at Millennium oil sands mine in northern Alberta. AHS trucks have been tested and used at Suncor’s Base Plant North Steepbank Extension mine[…]

Liebherr says it will be sharing its latest news, products, services, and innovations for the mining sector at the world’s largest mining exhibition, MINExpo INTERNATIONAL®, this September, in Las Vegas. Visitors will experience over 2,777 m2 (over 29,000 ft2) of Liebherr exhibits at booth #7832. Daily masterclasses and live demonstrations will take place at the[…]

In June 2024, Chile’s copper mining giant Codelco released its Annual Report for 2023 including its Sustainability Report, in which it laid out its most recent analysis and targets relating to climate change and reducing emissions. Its medium-term sustainability strategy is driven by six commitments by 2030 – including reduction of emissions by 70%. How[…]

Epiroc’s new Robbins 74 S is the latest machine in its 70 series, which are the most popular models in the OEM’s raiseboring lineup. The Robbins 74 S is a mid-sized raiseboring machine, drilling holes up to 4.5 m in diameter and is reliable in a variety of applications. The machine has enhanced functionality, allowing[…]

Hexagon, the global leader in sensor and software technologies, has partnered with Scania and Fidens to successfully debut Brazil’s first ever remotely operated 8×4 mining truck. The collaboration brings together industry knowledge across integrated technology, heavy equipment and situational expertise that Hexagon says will result in significant operational gains for mines in Brazil and worldwide.[…]

During the EXPONOR 2024 event in Antofagasta, IM Editorial Director Paul Moore met with Enaex Key Account Manager Sebastian Catron to discuss its latest innovations and offerings to the mining sector. Catron began: “After we win the bidding process to supply explosives and blasting services to a mining customer, whether that is a renewal of[…]