Archives: Mining maintenance

Rock tools major Robit PLC and Sotreq S.A. have signed a distribution agreement. Based on the agreement, Sotreq will represent Robit and its products in Brazil. The partnership between Robit and Sotreq supports Robit’s goal to expand the company’s market coverage and strengthen its distributor network. It says Brazil, as a leading economy in Latin America and[…]

Wabtec Digital Mine says it is setting a new global industry benchmark for workplace safety with the launch of its latest Generation 3 Collision Avoidance System (CAS). It says the new system will enhance safety and productivity, as well as provide a new level of performance with a rules and intelligence capability. “Protecting people, assets,[…]

Earlier this year Epiroc and SSAB announced a further expansion of their partnership to secure fossil-free steel for use in the production of Epiroc’s mining equipment. Since then, the two companies have expanded their collaboration into also exploring the possibilities to use fossil-free steel when manufacturing spare parts and components with additive technology.The initial step[…]

Global leader in ​​bulk handling accessories and safety, Martin Engineering, is expanding its presence in the Asian Pacific market by opening a business unit in Malaysia. Headquartered in ​the capital city of ​Kuala Lumpur – with a satellite office in Lumut – the Malaysian ​B​usiness ​U​nit will act as the main hub for providing products[…]

Ballard Power Systems and global carbon reduction company First Mode today announced a purchase order for Ballard to supply First Mode with 60 hydrogen fuel cell modules – totalling 6 MW – for delivery in 2024. The order represents an expansion of the relationship, following the order of 35 modules year-to-date in 2023, to power[…]

Metso has been awarded orders for a gyratory crusher and apron feeders including related services and spare parts to support a mining customer project in the Americas. The value of the orders is approximately €20 million, of which 80% were booked in Minerals segment’s first-quarter orders received and the balance in Minerals segment’s second quarter.[…]

FLSmidth has, as of June 1, 2023, acquired the American company Morse Rubber. Based in Iowa, Morse Rubber manufactures and markets specialised, heavy-duty rubber products for mineral processing and other industries. Morse Rubber was formed more than three decades ago and has 23 employees. All employees will be transferred to FLSmidth as part of the acquisition.[…]

Epiroc has won a large order for mining equipment, including battery-electric vehicles and automation solutions, from Boliden for use at three of its underground mines in Sweden. The new order follows Boliden’s large order of similar equipment last year. Boliden, one of Europe’s largest mining companies, has ordered a range of mine trucks, loaders and[…]

NRW Holdings Ltd has advised that its wholly owned subsidiary, Primero Group Ltd, has been awarded a contract by Rio Tinto for work at the Western Range mine site located within the Pilbara Region of Western Australia. Under the contract, Primero will be responsible for the design, supply, construction and commissioning of the non-process infrastructure[…]

Micromine, next-generation technology for mining, says it is proud to reaffirm its dedication to innovation and industry leadership with the launch of Micromine 2023.5. The mid-year release, comprising new features and enhancements to Micromine’s entire suite of products, “underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to providing mining professionals with cutting-edge solutions that drive productivity and efficiency.”[…]