Archives: Mining consumables

Normet has introduced its latest innovation in improving operator safety underground – Charmec Revo – which it describes as a revolution in underground explosives charging. The system involves a remote-controlled robotic arm which places the initiating system into the borehole and, in conjunction with the emulsion kit, dispenses emulsion, allowing the operator to remain in[…]

Komatsu Ltd, through its wholly owned subsidiary in Australia, has acquired iVolve Holdings Pty Ltd based in Queensland, Australia, which is led by CEO Kim Parascos. iVolve is well known supplier of fleet management systems (FMS) for construction and mining equipment. It particular it provides FMS for small to mid-tier miners, contractors, and quarries. iVolve offers[…]

Mill relining systems OEM, Russell Mineral Equipment (RME), has announced an expanded liner exchange machine range with accessible, future-proofed options for every mill and mine site, from the largest to the smallest. The expanded range introduces additional RUSSELL Mill Relining Machine (MRM) models with an increase in rated capacity for medium to large grinding mills,[…]

TAKRAF Group company DELKOR Australia has received a significant order for four 40 m² belt linear screens for a gold project in Australia. The award follows the previous installment of several smaller belt linear screens at the same client’s plant. The scope of this most recent order includes four of the largest belt linear screens available[…]

Metso is introducing to its mill lining portfolio an innovative rubber, Skega™ Life, with, it claims, up to 25% longer wear life compared with the current premium rubber, Skega Classic. The new rubber type is developed in Metso’s own laboratory and validated by field studies. Skega Life is a part of Metso’s Planet Positive offering,[…]

Following a breakthrough in technology, Northvolt – the exclusive supplier of batteries to mining equipment major Epiroc, as well as a major partner of Volvo Group, has added sodium-ion to its cell portfolio, it says enabling the expansion of cost-efficient and sustainable energy storage systems worldwide. The company says the technology has been developed for[…]

Orica has announced that its lead-free detonator Exel™ Neo is ready for delivery, with the first orders shipped from its production facility in Sweden on November 21. Orica announced the launch of Exel™ Neo non-electric detonator range in September 2023, to address the market need for environmentally friendly initiation systems. The Neo range of Exel™ non-electric[…]

ABB has today launched its new global sustainability initiative, it says showcasing the power of technology and expertise to accelerate sustainability while enhancing productivity. ABB’s ‘Real Progress’ campaign “is a rallying call to customers, partners and suppliers, inspiring them to harness technology leadership and the solutions that exist today to amplify their own impact across[…]

Australia-based Pitcrew AI’s goal of providing real-time, automated inspection and condition monitoring solutions to the the heavy vehicle fleet sector has been given a boost with an investment from the leading growth capital provider for mining innovation, RCF Jolimont Mining Innovation Fund II-A L.P. (RCF Jolimont). This significant Series A funding marks a pivotal step[…]

Komatsu Ltd through its wholly owned subsidiary in the US, Komatsu America Corp, has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions, Inc (ABS), a battery manufacturer headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. Komatsu is planning to close the acquisition on December 1, 2023, on the condition that all necessary procedures for the closing are completed. The immediate impact[…]