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Brokk has upgraded its electric Brokk 400 remote-controlled demolition machine to include a larger undercarriage for heavy-tracking applications like tunnelling and mining and for enhanced stability when operating with heavier attachments. Brokk also has improved the hydraulic system; it now provides more efficient fluid flow when the machine is operating a drill attachment so there[…]

ICMM has released its Water Stewardship Framework outlining a common industry approach to using a shared resource that is an essential part of all mining and metals operations. Water stewardship involves consideration of water-related issues both within and beyond operational boundaries. To do this effectively requires proactive and inclusive engagement with relevant stakeholder including host communities. ICMM’s Ross Hamilton launched the[…]

Komatsu Australia and Pirtek Fluid Systems have announced additional developments in their recently extended agreement for the supply of Komatsu genuine high-pressure hose assemblies to mining industry customers, with the agreement shortly to include Komatsu PC3000 and PC4000 mining excavators.  “We are now well advanced on having genuine high-pressure hydraulic hose assemblies for safety-critical applications available[…]

China’s largest and the world’s second largest steel group, recently turned to Trio for a crushing solution in its iron ore processing. After a detailed analysis on customer’s application and working conditions, and a dynamic communication with the customer, a Trio MJ3254 track mounted jaw crusher plant was purchased and installed.  The MJ3254 track mounted jaw crusher[…]

The new Geith Generation 3 (G3) hydraulic quick coupler provides operators with a safe, simple, proven and durable design by which to change attachments on site, decreasing downtime and increasing overall productivity. Geith is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of excavator attachments. With more than 50 years of proven engineering experience, the[…]

Aimed at realising its vision to expand its footprint deeper into the African continent, Murray & Roberts Cementation has embarked on a strategic positioning exercise driven by two primary thrusts — safety and operational excellence. This initiative has seen certain structural changes being introduced to the company’s leadership, designed to ensure that projects are delivered[…]

A drive train package, to be launched by ABB at Hillhead 2014, demonstrates the benefits of using a single source supplier for all components from electric motors, variable-speed drives, gearboxes, bearings and couplings. If required, a single service contract can be purchased for the entire drive train. However, components such as gearboxes, couplings and bearings[…]

The latest issue of International Mining Project News, out today, has reports on 22 prefeasibility studies, four feasibility studies, and eleven projects in development, four existing operations that are expanding, and one project that have gone into production as well as many new appointments to new positions. The report covers 20 gold projects, 12 copper projects, seven[…]

The SME Board of Director’s has agreed to support the International Mining Technology Hall of Fame awards dinner on Monday, February 16, 2015 at the Brown Palace Hotel in Denver. The event will be an official part of SME week in Denver, with registration for the SME Annual Meeting opening on February 14. In fact[…]

Wenco International Mining Systems has announced the acquisition of Automated Positioning Systems (APS), a supplier of GNSS solutions for mining, earthmoving and land rehabilitation sectors. Since its founding in 2003, APS has provided innovative solutions aimed at increasing machine utilization, efficiency and safety at mines and quarries. The acquisition brings together APS’s proficiency in independent machine[…]