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New excavators to launch in January
Liebherr will launch its B-versions of the R 9100 and R 9150 on January 1, 2019. Both machines have proven to be reliable and productive partners in the mining industry over the years. With the newest...
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Hydraulic actuators provide solution when operating slurry pipeline valves
Sarah Kellett reports on the challenges faced when operating slurry pipeline valves and how hydraulic actuators prove to be the ideal solutionOperating slurry pipelines in the mining industry can be...
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Blasting engineers learning their trade at Colorado School of Mines
The pace of technological change means that education is more important than ever. Colorado School of Mines, located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, has nearly 6,000 students and a diverse...
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Has diesel had its day in mining machines?
Diesel has been the fuel of choice for many mining applications for decades, but increasing environmental awareness and cost – both initial and life-cycle – have encouraged suppliers and OEMs to...
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Indonesian tin mine deploys rugged trucks
With a tin mining operation that battles against a tropical climate in Indonesia, rugged trucks are being deployed to maximise productionTin mining firm PT Putra Tongga Samudra manages some of the...
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New surface miner achieves maximum performance in soft rock
Erik Zimmermann reveals how a new surface miner achieves maximum performance in soft rockThe latest innovation in surface mining technology is a new machine that selectively mines raw materials up to a...
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Producing strategic minerals from mine waste
Swedish firm LKAB is now investing in pilot plant facilities and, together with environmental services company Ragn-Sells, will industrialise an innovative technology for upgrading mine waste from iron...
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Industrial Internet of Things helps shape the future of mining
In our digitally connected world, technology is increasingly impacting and driving most industrial sectors, including mining. Across these industries, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is...
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ABB offers new portfolio of tools to realise the world's most efficient mines
With digitalisation at its heart, a new suite of solutions is setting out to connect all electrification, automation and digital offerings to optimise all stages in the lifecycle – from design and...
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Fuel management technology improves cost-effectiveness
Marco Wirth reveals the intelligent fuel management technology that’s improving cost-effectiveness and impressing operatorsMining trucks are in almost constant use, 24-hours a day, seven days a week....
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How to optimise belt cleaner tension for improved conveying
Todd Swinderman advises operators to optimise belt cleaner tension to achieve cleaner, safer, more productive conveyingGiven the number of conveyor-related accidents that occur during routine...
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Smart drive technology helps to boost production deep down
As the LKAB Malmberget mine in Sweden reaches depths below 1,250m, it becomes increasingly important to maintain an efficient flow of ore and high availability. There is simply no room for...
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How to dewater a gold mine
To reliably guarantee dewatering in a gold mine in the US state of Montana, and to be able to ensure safe extraction of mineral resources, the operator procured a mobile back-up. Because the mine water...
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New radar level transmitter from Krohne
Krohne has launched a new radar level transmitter for powders and dusty atmospheres. The Optiwave 6500C delivers continuous high measurement in silos, hoppers and containers, checking bulk storage in...
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Off-highway leading the way in autonomous driving
There is much talk in the media about driverless cars, but when it comes to autonomous vehicles, the off-highway, construction and mining industries have been working quietly on the technology for...
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Rise of the machines
Zach Savit reveals how small-scale autonomous robotic systems fill operational and safety gaps in mining operations following primary fleet automation.As the adoption of automated mining haul trucks...
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The transformative potential of digitalisation
Bruno Castro reveals how digitalisation is delivering big benefits in mining operations.Digitalisation is a term most often associated with smart factories, and conjures up images of clean, sterile...
View ArticleTrump is back: What it means for US manufacturing
Now that the American election results are in, the world faces another four years of a Donald Trump presidency.What does this mean for American engineering and manufacturing?Oil and gasPerhaps the most...
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Data delivery drive for mineral processing
Introducing a new digital tool designed to further maximise uptime of gearless mill drives in mineral processing.Engineering giant ABB has developed a new tool within its Ability Predictive Maintenance...
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Repair not replace to reduce costs
By refurbishing large mining equipment such as feeders, screens and exciters, one company is reducing costs – along with metal waste and harmful emissions, too.Screens, feeders and exciters are used in...
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Improving safety with emergency refuge chambers
Dave Maust, an expert in emergency refuge chambers, tells Louise Davis how his firm’s solutions are keeping miners safe across the globe.According to Dave Maust, General Manager of Chambers at Strata...
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New radio solution for improved safety and communication
Steve Levien describes how a new 5G radio solution delivers improved safety and communication in the mining industry.Private mobile radio (PMR) networks have been an integral part of mining operations...
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Why gas monitoring is crucial for refuge chambers
Phil Hinton presents recent advances in real-time gas monitoring for refuge chambers.In the complex and often dangerous world of underground mining, ensuring the safety of personnel is paramount. One...
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Improving materials handling applications with coatings solutions
Alexander Ruiz details how sophisticated coatings solutions can improve a variety of materials handling applications in the lithium mining sector.As the global demand for lithium continues to surge,...
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Innovative mobile materials management
Exploring the advantages and infrastructure requirements of all-electric operation of mobile crushing and screening plants.Mobile crushing and screening plants that are operated with electricity...
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Controlling carryback with dribble chutes
R. Todd Swinderman explains why dabbling in dribble chutes can pay dividends.As belt conveyor cargo travels over the idlers on the carry run, the weight of the cargo and the undulating surface causes...
View ArticleKomatsu smart construction adds artificial intelligence to latest product
Earthmoving solutions company Komatsu has integrated artificial intelligence (AI) into its smart construction edge solution to modernise its technology, in partnership with technology company Sony. The...
View ArticleToughFlex belt for overband magnets modified
Bunting has teamed up with Smiley Monroe to modify a ToughFlex belt for Overband Magnets to create a more resistant solution to excessive wear in tough working conditions.Overband magnets have either...
View ArticleCompass wire cloth unveils non-blinding aggregate screens
Separation, sifting, and screening solutions company Compass Wire Cloth has unveiled its non-blinding aggregate screens, designed to enhance mining efficiency. Screen blinding can cause downtime in...
View ArticleNew MOU to develop new charged particle tomography solution for mining
Decision Sciences International Corporation (DSIC) and KoBold Metals Company have initiated a multi-phase project for the design, development and deployment of a new Charged Particle (Muon) tomography...
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