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ABB elevates safety, reliability and efficiency with Motion technology at MINExpo

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ABB showcased its comprehensive portfolio tailored for the mining and aggregate industries at MINExpo 2024 this week: a portfolio that includes industrial electric motors, variable speed drives, services for motors, generators, drives and e-mobility solutions designed for the mining sector.

“From cellphones to electric vehicles, batteries and wind farms, virtually every aspect of modern life relies on materials mined from the earth, but there must be a transformation,” Peter Basile, ABB’s Traction Division US President, said. “The demand for mined products will continue to increase, so the need for sustainable, safe and productive mining has never been greater. ABB helps operators meet their goals of improved reliability, reduced energy costs and increased automation.”

ABB’s technologies reduce operating costs, enhance energy efficiency and cut carbon emissions by electrifying mining vehicle drivetrains and integrating digital systems, the company says. Supported by a global network of experts, these innovations accelerate decarbonisation and promote sustainable operations. ABB’s robust traction, motor and drive solutions are engineered to withstand the harsh conditions of mines and cement facilities, addressing challenges like dust, vibration, moisture and temperature fluctuations. ABB products meet or exceed standards for efficiency and performance across various applications, including conveyors, pumps, fans, drill rigs, crushers and mills.

ABB Motion’s product and service solutions in the mining and aggregate industries include:

  • ABB NEMA Motors Crush+, which was launched during MINExpo, exceeds demands for reliability and safety in the harshest environments, raising the standard for motors used for crushers and other severe-duty applications. Its rugged and reliable design optimises performance, efficiency and total cost of ownership;
  • The new ABB Traction Battery Pro series is designed for transportation applications with demanding requirements. Features include high power and safety, less space requirements and rapid charging capabilities;
  • AMXE132S traction motor combines ABB’s design expertise, experience and manufacturing footprint to offer a configurable motor that can fulfill diverse propulsion and auxiliary needs and challenges;
  • Baldor-Reliance SP4 severe-duty motor meets the NEMA Super Premium® efficiency level in a standard AC induction motor design operating across the line, independently of a variable speed drive. SP4 motors are highly efficient, running cooler, reducing heat-based energy losses and extending bearing and other component life;
  • SynRM (synchronous reluctance) motor delivers reliable operation with robust designs and efficiencies up to IE6. ABB’s SynRM is the first motor to reach these presumptive levels without the use of magnets. SynRM technology is suitable for safe and hazardous areas and can be packaged in a variety of frames including imperial dimensioned and water-cooled designs;
  • RXT MTO (modified-to-order) totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) motor, part of the RXT series of Reliance® legacy motors, is tailored to customer specifications. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of the North American market, RXT meets or exceeds NEMA Premium efficiency energy standards, delivering exceptional performance and efficiency;
  • ABB’s medium voltage variable drive solutions for mining customers are designed to provide reliability and flexibility in meeting mining application needs; and
  • ABB Motion Services helps customers maximize uptime, extend product life cycle and enhance the performance and energy efficiency of motors, generators and drives. ABB Motion OneCare and Partnered Solutions provide data, analytics, recovery, modernisation and performance improvement services, enabling innovation and success through digitalization by securely connecting and monitoring customers’ motors and drives.

Normet unveils advanced explosives charging, scaling, rock breaking solutions at MINExpo 2024

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Normet has announced the launch of its latest equipment designed to enhance safety and efficiency in explosives charging, scaling and rock breaking. These new products are setting new industry standards, delivering improved productivity and increased safety for operations of all sizes.

At MINExpo 2024, Normet unveiled two machines specifically engineered for the unique requirements of the US aggregate mining industry, while also being adaptable for other underground operations with a large tunnel profile worldwide.

The Scamec LC Thor 135 T and the Charmec LF 1105 DA are engineered to elevate efficiency, safety and productivity. These purpose-built machines tackle critical challenges in scaling and ANFO charging, offering advanced features designed to meet the rigorous conditions of underground mining.

The Scamec LC Thor 135 T is a heavy-duty scaling machine designed for gallery sizes up to 12 x 12 m, featuring a robust chassis, low-emission engine technology and a high-reach boom. It is available with a rotary head cutter or a hydraulic hammer. Stability is ensured with a heavy-duty carrier and extendable, durable support legs, even when scaling the lowest side corners. The FOPS and ROPS certified cabin, designed with operator safety and comfort in mind, includes enhanced visibility and unique 750 mm lift and 25° tilt features.

Herkko Juntunen, Product Line Director of Scaling, said: “The Scamec LC Thor 135 T is engineered to endure intense mechanical forces while maintaining operational safety. With its powerful boom and durable chassis, it can tackle tough scaling tasks while ensuring the operator’s safety through advanced safety features. It’s not just about performance; it’s about doing the job right and keeping people safe.”

Meanwhile, the Charmec LF 1105 DA is a versatile ANFO charger featuring a robust basket boom, designed for gallery sizes up to 17 x 10 m. With a total bulk ANFO capacity of up to 2,270 kg, dual ANSI-conforming ANFO pots, and a 500 kg basket lifting capacity, it ensures a highly effective charging process.

Anssi Mykkänen, Product Line Director for Explosives Charging, said: “The Charmec LF 1105 DA with a high-reach, heavy-duty basket boom, extendable support legs and a robust carrier provides exceptional reach, stability and safety.”

The LF 1105 DA prioritises safety with features such as a FOPS and ROPS certified cabin, US-made antistatic charging hoses, comprehensive fire safety systems and a robust electrical design suited for harsh conditions. The onboard compressor and ANFO moistening system further enhance performance by ensuring high flow rates and reducing dust creation.

The introduction of these machines underscores Normet’s commitment to advancing mining technology. By focusing on safety, efficiency and reliability, the Scamec LC Thor 135 T and Charmec LF 1105 DA are set to redefine standards in both aggregate mining and other underground operations with a large tunnel profile, the company says.

Normet also introduced Xquick, a quick coupler system that marks a significant advancement in mining technology, at the show. This innovative system features automated, cabin-controlled tool changes, minimising the need for manual labor and reducing the risk of injuries. With secure connections and automatic operation, the system ensures clean, safe and reliable performance, streamlining operations and enhancing worker safety.

Jyrki Hyyrönmäki, Global Sales Director Xrock Breaker Product Line, said: “Driven by our commitment to customer-centric innovation, we are delighted to expand our product portfolio with this advanced tool. It not only enhances safety and productivity but also contributes to more sustainable mining practices. Normet Xrock product line, already recognized for its comprehensive rock-breaking solutions, has become even more formidable.”

He continued: “This groundbreaking tool is the result of a strategic partnership between Normet and OilQuick. The collaboration reflects our continuous effort to deliver technologies that benefit both customers and the environment. By leveraging each other’s strengths, we provide our clients with innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and promote sustainability.”

Alongside the new coupler, Normet is also expanding its Xrock portfolio of tool attachments. “Our solutions are designed to meet the evolving needs of the mining industry,” Hyyrönmäki stated. “Normet Xrock offers a comprehensive suite of rock-breaking technologies, and with the addition of new attachments, we offer our customers new, more efficient ways of working.”

Weir’s ‘all-of-mine’ capabilities on show at MINExpo 2024

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Weir is showcasing its all-of-mine capabilities at this year’s MINExpo 2024, in Las Vegas, this week.

It is launching its ESCO® NEXSYS™ GET Lip System for rope shovel dippers, which lowers lip maintenance requirements, extends tooth and adapter life and, ultimately, provides miners with longer uninterrupted shovel operation.

Weir will also be unveiling its new high-capacity ENDURON® ELITE screen. It’s a double-deck banana screen, available in a range of sizes, the largest of which has a deck measuring 4.3 m x 8.5 m and weighs nearly 50 t. It’s driven by two exciters, whereas competitor machines of comparable size require three.

It will form an integral part of Weir’s commitment to deliver transformational flowsheet solutions in which traditional tumbling mills are replaced by HPGRs and vertical stirred mills, potentially reducing energy consumption by up to 40%.

Weir’s booth will feature the Digital Hub, which will highlight Weir’s digital offering – MOTION METRICS® and Weir’s new digital brand, NEXTTM Intelligent Solutions.

The new MOTION METRICS ShovelMetrics™ Gen 3 Payload monitoring solution is designed to optimise truck loading and improve haulage efficiency by reducing both underloading and overloading. And as part of Weir’s commitment to service its customers even in the most remote locations, MOTION METRICS systems now support connectivity via Starlink, enabling reliable data transmission anywhere in the world.

NEXT™ Intelligent Solutions extend and expand Weir’s current capabilities and transforms its process optimisation services into real-time digital solutions. Weir has developed digital packages for all of its market- leading solutions – pumps, cyclones, HPGRs, screens and hoses and spools – based around key customer needs: Insight, Uptime and Production.

The Digital Hub will use monitors to create a remote operation centre, allowing attendees to experience the same digital platforms and interfaces that Weir utilises to support its customers.

Attendees will also have an opportunity to experience an interactive scale P&H 41000XPC shovel model demonstration of MOTION METRICS ShovelMetrics™ Gen 3, as well as a ShovelMetrics model control station, featuring the same touch screen monitor and controller used by operators.

Weir experts from its digital, extraction, processing, comminution, tailings, and flowsheet solutions teams will be available at the booth to continue the conversation about how Weir is partnering with customers to accelerate sustainable mining.

Jon Stanton, Chief Executive Officer of Weir said: “MINExpo is a wonderful event and a great opportunity to catch up with our customers and colleagues. We’ve been doing a lot of work to expand our portfolio of innovative, end-to-end solutions to help our customers produce the metals and minerals required to transition to a low carbon economy and it’s exciting to be able to show that off at the world’s largest mining show.

“It is clear the world needs more metals and minerals but there is a recognition in the industry that we need to mine them more sustainably than we have in the past. That means using less energy, using water wisely and generating less waste. And Weir – with our world-class engineering, advanced materials science and intelligent automation – is at the forefront of helping miners do that.”

Di-Corp out to help drillers reach greater depths with new S-Maxx dual-start rod

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Di-Corp is, this week, announcing the launch of the S-Maxx™ dual start drill rod, a solution specifically designed to withstand greater pressure, reach greater depths and achieve maximum drilling efficiency.

S-Maxx drill rods’ unique dual start thread and anti-jamming features help drillers reach greater depths and achieve new limits not possible with any other rod on the market, according to the company. The distinctive S thread delivers more surface area and contact than previous thread forms, resulting in faster make and breaks and the highest torsional and tensile strength available.

“Today’s driller is dealing with a more competitive and volatile global mineral exploration market,” Di-Corp’s Manufacturing Technology Manager, Chris Van Schaayk, says. “When margins are tight, efficiency is key. With S-Maxx, you gain efficiency by preventing cross threading – resulting in faster trips back in the hole and getting back to putting core in the box. You gain efficiency from more durable rods, resulting in reduced downtime, and smoother shifts at the rig.”

The new S thread and anti-jamming features are machined onto Drillers Edge tubing, undergoing the same manufacturing processes that have given Di-Corp rods a global reputation for durability, the company says. The result is a coring rod that delivers max rod life, max joint strength, max depth capacity and max efficiency.

In addition to the benefits to standard drilling operations, the S-Maxx is, Di-Corp says, an ideal rod for conditions such as automated rod handling, deep hole drilling and directional drilling.

Di-Corp says it spent years designing, researching, developing, improving and testing the S-Maxx to ensure it was ready to both meet the needs of modern drilling and match their high standards for drill rod quality and durability.

The S-Maxx will be on display at MINExpo International 2024 in Las Vegas this week.

PressurePro set to provide ‘unmatched tyre performance visibility’ with new sensor tech

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PressurePro is to launch its latest sensor innovation during the upcoming MINExpo 2024, saying it is designed to set a new benchmark in durability and performance, offering unmatched reliability and survivability for fleet operations across various industries including mining/OTR, port and commercial trucking, and more.

Featuring significant updates throughout the sensor, PressurePro’s latest sensor line has been engineered to continue delivering PressurePro’s market-leading intelligent sensor technology, the company says, all while bolstering protection against vibration and exposure, adding multi-layer fluid protection and more. The result is, PressurePro says, unmatched tyre performance visibility across the entire fleet even in the harshest of environments, arming fleet managers and drivers with the real-time tyre data needed to increase operational efficiency, maximise uptime, reduce tyre cost and improve safety.

“Thousands of operators around the world have chosen PressurePro for applications as diverse as mining in the arctic, cargo handling at diverse ports around the world, in varied agriculture and commercial settings in all climates and more,” Bill Borgia, Chief Commercial Officer at PressuerPro, says. “Working in the most extreme conditions around the globe, both as an aftermarket add-on and alongside our OEM partners as a factory option, it’s imperative our sensors not only unlock innovative and seamless monitoring options, and remain reliable even in the most challenging installations.”

The company added: “For over 30 years, PressurePro has pushed the innovation of TPMS technology, helping drivers and fleets revolutionise their tyre maintenance practices. Today, PressurePro product remains engineered and manufactured in the United States, and is backed by testing far exceeding SAE J1455 industry settings. For these reasons and more, PressurePro remains the TPMS partner of choice to leading agricultural and heavy equipment OEMs.”

Jason Zaroor, President and CEO of PressurePro, said MINExpo was the “perfect platform” to connect with industry leaders and demonstrate how PressurePro’s technology can transform tire management and add measurable improvements in both safety and savings to their operations.

Enerpac to highlight shovel, mining machinery and vehicle maintenance options at MINExpo

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Shovel, mining machinery and vehicle maintenance are the themes of the Enerpac booth at next week’s MINExpo 2024. A leader in hydraulic tools for demanding environments, Enerpac will be showcasing a wide range of tools and lifting systems for mining projects in Las Vegas.

The Enerpac stand will feature the SCJ-Series cube jack, hydraulic cylinders and controlled lifting pumps that, the company says, are playing an increasing role in enabling efficient and safe shovel maintenance. On average, mining shovels need to be overhauled every two years due to wear on the tracks and bearings. Repair and maintenance involves either jacking the undercarriage or separating the shovel cab from the undercarriage. Stability is crucial. Enerpac jacking technology is a proven approach for safe lifting. It offers three methods: cylinder jacking, cube jacks and jack-up systems. In all cases, synchronous lifting is used to preserve shovel stability and maintenance crew safety.

The SCJ-50 Self-Locking Cube Jack, which will be on display, is a compact and portable hydraulic solution for incremental lifting and lowering of heavy loads. Cube Jacks are available in either 50 t (SCJ-50) or 100 t (SCJ-100) capacity which, when using multiple units, can lift loads of several hundred tonnes to heights of 3 m. The compact size and portability of the Self-Locking Cube Jack offers a powerful solution for numerous mining applications, such as equipment maintenance, vehicle unloading or jacking a transformer, module, or bridge. The SFP-Series Split Flow Hydraulic Pumps, also on display, are Enerpac’s solution for multi-point lifting and lowering applications, involving the Cube Jacks and hydraulic cylinders, where uneven loads need to be positioned equally.

The SFP-Series pump can also be used to operate jacking and sliding system. For moving heavy loads short distances during equipment installation and maintenance, Enerpac will be showing the LH400, 400-t capacity Low Height Skidding System – a modular system that can slide heavy loads over a pre-constructed track. The Low-Height Skidding System comprises a series of skid beams moved by hydraulic push-pull units.

For truck maintenance, the Enerpac Pow’R-LOCK is, Enerpac says, the gold standard for safe lifting, lowering and holding. It is a self-locking jack with a lifting capacity up to 200 t. For safe mechanical cribbing of a lifted load, accessory Locking U-Rings can be placed around an extended piston.

Working remotely is common to many mining projects. The Enerpac booth will feature the latest in portable, battery-powered pumps including the new SC-Series Cordless Battery Pump. Compact, fast, precise and with an extended battery runtime, the lightweight SC-Series cordless battery pump allows operators to undertake larger jobs in difficult to access and remote workspaces. With the ‘Enerpac Connect’ app, SC-Series pump operators can instantly access job-specific usage data for traceability and improved precision, as well as a knowledge base of tool information.

The Enerpac booth will also feature the new RSL-Series Low Profile and Square Drive Hydraulic Torque Wrenches providing, Enerpac says, a simple and robust solution for bolting applications. The drive unit is equipped to operate both a square drive head and a low-profile hexagon cassette for usage in tight spaces. Enerpac torque wrenches, together with the Enerpac range of Cordless Torque Pumps, are designed for applications where a power supply is not available, or extension cords present safety or mobility issues. Whether in the field or facility, the combination of portability, productive fastening speed and battery run time will increase the efficiency of any job, the company claims.

For bigger vehicle maintenance projects, the Enerpac booth features the new Enerpac LGH3100 Hydraulic Lock-Grip Puller. Engineered to meet these challenges, it enables operators to remove heavy and stubborn items with minimal damage. Featuring a smooth action scissor lift, synchronized grip jaws and an intuitive operator station, it allows a single operator to remove large wheel shafts, bearings, and couplers.

The centrepiece of the Enerpac booth at MINExpo will be the multifunctional Enerpac 10 t Wheeled Toolbox Set including a 10-t capacity general-purpose cylinder, two 10-t low-height cylinders, and a 10-t hollow plunger cylinder for pulling jobs, a handpump and the essential components in an industrial-strength aluminum container.

Martin Engineering ups the MINExpo ante with six new product designs to be featured

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Martin Engineering will feature six new product designs at its booth at MINExpo 2024 in Las Vegas later this month, covering the latest innovations in belt cleaners, conveyor enclosure technology and flow aids.

Coming directly from the company’s Center for Innovation, these heavy-duty (HD) and extra-heavy duty (XHD) accessories are designed to significantly improve efficiency while reducing dust emissions and offering safer maintenance/replacement. The result is greater productivity with less labour for a lower cost of operation, the company claims.

“Martin is celebrating its 80th anniversary by rolling out some excellent new products that extend equipment life, improve safety and reduce maintenance, while also being better for the environment,” Dave Mueller, Conveyor Products Manager for Martin Engineering, said. “We’re excited to be able to display and demonstrate several products at the booth and give visitors an idea of their performance in real-world mining applications. All the products have been thoroughly field tested to satisfy Martin’s high standard of quality and meet our ‘Absolutely No Excuses Money Back Guarantee’.”

Primary and secondary conveyor belt cleaners are going through a design renaissance as of late. Martin’s engineers have worked diligently to make installation and servicing easier and safer with less environmental waste.

Martin® ECOSAFE™ Primary and Secondary Cleaners XHD withstand heavy-duty environments while using less urethane in their construction. They are also mounted on a safe-to-service assembly with easily swapable individual cartridges. The design allows the majority of the urethane to be used for the blade, with less used at the support base, which features a removable and reusable metal insert. Using less urethane reduces waste while external servicing allows for easier and faster maintenance.

The CleanScrape® primary and secondary cleaners, Martin says, revolutionised conveyor belt cleaning with four times the equipment life of standard urethane blades and the elimination of the need for tensioning after installation. The next iteration is the Heated CleanScrape® Primary Cleaner, which is heat-traced within the blade, making it ideal for harsh sub-zero climates where frozen material build-up can affect performance and cause unnecessary downtime.

Requested by customers, the mining-grade Martin UBX Secondary Cleaner is designed as a longer lasting and user-friendly alternative to similar units on the market. Intended for wider and faster belts, the new Martin Engineering blade is made entirely of urethane, or urethane with an embedded cleaning element, that is more robust and longer-wearing than comparable blades on the market. The blade is held snugly to the belt by a mechanical spring tensioner as opposed to the competitors’ troublesome air-supplied tensioners, which, according to Martin, are unreliable, onerous to maintain and expensive to operate. The result is a more economical unit with longer lasting performance and less maintenance.

Wrapping up the new secondary blade offerings are the Martin SQC2S™ Cleaner with Orion HD and XHD Blades. Following the successful introduction of the standard model, the more rugged version for wider and faster belts is engineered to handle the most punishing applications. A two-tiered tensioning system with a spring tensioner on the assembly and another rubber tensioner on the blade attachment ensures the urethane and tungsten carbide blade needs considerably less monitoring and tensioning. This low maintenance approach is further supported by the attached polypropene deflector shield to mitigate build-up and usher material away from the main frame. An important safety feature is the slide-in/slide-out design which allows service and blade replacement to be performed outside the conveyor structure.

While maintenance access and safe monitoring are vital, so is retaining a sealed environment to control airflow and suppress dust emissions. The Martin Magnetic Inspection Door is a durable two-part design with a urethane shield and a strong magnetic seal that covers and protects a monitoring and maintenance space on the enclosure. Keeping the dust inside, it is easily pulled back for inspection or, during scheduled shutdowns, pulled all the way down or off for improved access, Martin says.

The Martin Urethane Skirting is a long-lasting wear strip placed outside of the skirtboard of a conveyor loading zone to seal the enclosure and prevent spillage and dust emissions. Produced to the belt’s specific trough angle, the urethane strip offers less friction on the belt edge of high-speed belts than rubber skirting for a longer belt life and less damage to the belt edge, according to the company.

In addition to the new equipment, MINExpo visitors will have a chance to see how the design of Martin Engineering products like Martin Air Cannons and Industrial Vibrators can significantly improve the material flow through a system. From choke points like silos and hoppers to screening and separators, strategically placed flow accessories prevent unscheduled downtime and improve safety by preventing manual clearing of obstructions, Martin says.

DeZURIK ready to showcase enhanced valve offering at MINExpo

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At the upcoming MINExpo 2024 event in Las Vegas next month, DeZURIK will showcase a number of pinch valves and knife gate valves, all specifically engineered for the harsh conditions experienced in mining.

The acquisition of Red Valve in 2021 greatly enhanced DeZURIK’s offerings in the mining industry, particularly the addition of Red Valve’s pinch valves and knife gate valve product lines.

Red Valve will showcase its durable pinch valves designed for both isolation and control, along with the Series DX Slurry Knife Gate Valve, specifically engineered for challenging slurry applications.

DeZURIK is also set to unveil its new KUL EF Extended Flange Urethane Lined Knife Gate Valve. This valve is one of three body configurations available, alongside the standard flange and mechanical joint options. The extended flange body features a urethane liner that fully encases the flange face, creating a flat-faced sealing surface characteristic of slurry push-through valves. Designed for direct dimensional replacement, the valve body matches the long-pattern push-through style slurry valves, offering two face-to face dimensions to accommodate replacements of slurry valves both with and without flange retainers, according to the company.

The company’s MINExpo booth will also feature the DeZURIK KSV Severe Service Knife Gate Valve, known for its exceptional performance and reliability in hydrotransport and tailings applications, the company says. Specifically engineered for highly erosive, high-velocity and high-solids content slurry tailings, the valve stands out in its field of critical slurry applications, DeZURIK says, boasting a non-clogging design with configurable port openings, premium packing systems, abrasion-resistant materials and full-force lockouts for enhanced safety.

DeZURIK will also feature other key products widely used in the industry – such as Red Valve Type A and 75 Pinch Valves, DeZURIK BHP High Performance Butterfly Valves, DeZURIK CRF Rubber Flapper Swing Check Valves and DeZURIK KSL Slurry Knife Gate Valves in both short and long face-to-face design.

Komatsu and ABB align on interoperable solutions to achieve net-zero operations

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Komatsu and ABB have signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement to, they say, jointly develop and bring to market integrated solutions that will help move net-zero emissions for heavy industrial machinery a step closer to reality.

The two global leaders will leverage industry expertise and equipment in a bid to create world-class interoperability, ranging from renewable energy generation to fully electrified mining equipment for customers, through an open platform.

Komatsu is known as one of the world’s largest providers of construction and mining machinery and will now link up with global leader ABB for its expertise and technologies for automation and electrification. Both companies bid to accelerate decarbonisation in mining alongside customers, partners and suppliers, enabling continued productivity, energy efficiency and value across the industry.

ABB and Komatsu’s collaboration is geared towards reducing diesel consumption and ultimately eliminating it through the electrification of mine operations.

The companies are developing innovative solutions such as fully-electrified mining machinery and advanced energy management systems. “Innovation is the primary catalyst for ABB and Komatsu to help the industry reach carbon reduction goals,” they said. “Each company will nominate specialists from their teams for a working group to develop recommendations and strategies on what the road to net-zero emission systems for grid to wheel could require.”

Dan Funcannon, Senior Vice President of Surface Haulage for Komatsu, said: “We’re pleased to embark on this collaboration with ABB and are excited to leverage one another’s industry leading products and technological expertise to help move mining operations toward net zero emissions, empowering a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together.”

Joachim Braun, Division President, ABB Process Industries, said: “By working together, we will tackle electrification and make a revolutionary difference to the way mining companies operate their sites in the near future. We recognise the strategic importance of this agreement and believe there will be mutual business benefits and potential technology solutions for the mining market. Collaboration across the industry has already been proven to enable real and faster progress and we look forward to driving what happens next.”

ABB’s Robot Automated Connection Device (ACD) will be featured on the Komatsu MINExpo 2024 booth from September 24 to 26. The Robot ACD is planned to be a fully automated interoperable connection device working in tandem with the ABB eMine™ FastCharge solution for future battery-electric trucks.

From left to right: Dan Funcannon, Senior Vice President of Surface Haulage, Komatsu; Joachim Braun, Division President, ABB Process Industries; Brian Fox, Senior Vice President of Mining Strategy & Innovation, Komatsu; and Max Luedtke, Global Business Line Manager for Mining, ABB Process Industries

Flexco to showcase the latest innovations in belt conveyor solutions at MINExpo 2024

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Flexco says it will present the newly released FXC™ Steel Cord Belt Fastening System and the soon-to-be-released 900 Series Belt Cutter/Skiver at MINExpo 2024, in Las Vegas, in September, as part of a display covering the latest innovations in the world of belt conveyor solutions.

“MINExpo 2024 is an excellent opportunity for the mining industry to familiarise themselves with our FXC Steel Cord Belt Fastening System,” Flexco Product Manager, Franklin Moore, said. “A major issue that heavy-duty sites often deal with is reacting to unplanned downtime. Consequently, our team set out to develop a solution that could help; that led us to creating the FXC. Overall, the FXC allows users to get their steel cord belts back into operation quickly, drastically reducing the effects of downtime which helps increase the site’s bottom line. We’ve already seen positive results in the field, and we can’t wait to see what our peers have to say at the show.”

The Flexco booth will also feature the 900 Series Belt Cutter/Skiver.

Flexco Product Manager, Kevin Fales, said: “We’re excited to feature the 900 Series Belt Cutter/Skiver at this year’s MINExpo, as it will be the first time that many in the industry get a chance to see it in-person. With updated clamp knobs, a drive handle with manual and powered drill capabilities and a new design that allows operators to simply slide the belt forward from a cut to skive position, sites can unlock a more consistent, safe and quality mechanical belt fastening installation process with our latest belt maintenance tool. This will be a great chance for our industry partners to get a hands-on feel for its capabilities, and our team cannot wait to answer all our attendees’ questions.”

The FXC and the 900 Series will be among the tools that will be used in product demonstrations in the Flexco booth, alongside displays of other solutions like Flexco’s industry-leading mechanical belt fastening systems and the digital belt cleaner monitoring platform Flexco Elevate®.