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Mega mining machines
Jon Lawson reports on the latest developments in load and haul technologyThe past few months have been a busy time for some of the machine manufacturers, with a variety of exciting new launches and...
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Designing for safety
Paul Harrison introduces a new approach to belt conveyors Conveyors are among the most dynamic and potentially dangerous areas of equipment at a mine or a materials processing site.Even though their...
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Safer sensing solutions
Introducing a range of multigas detector products for mining applicationsMining is one of the most challenging industries when it comes to protecting the health and safety of workers. Working in mines...
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Indonesia to host international expo
Mining Indonesia 2017 will be held at the Jakarta International Expo on 13-16 September 2017. It is Asia’s largest international mining equipment exhibition and provides a professional platform for...
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Next-gen mining motors
Tom Eklof and Peter Svartsjo reveal how advances in low-voltage motors can bring a range of benefits to the mining and minerals industry Relatively weak commodity prices and the need to increase...
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Bigger, faster, stronger – better?
Radar-based level measurement instrumentation has experienced a constant rise in the radar frequencies used. But does more always equal better? Within this interview, Andrew Reese, global industry...
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Record-breaking ropes
Christian Schorr-Golsong reveals how mining ropes on a friction winch are setting new standards for durabilityOne expert in the field of mining ropes is proudly showcasing its latest feat; a new world...
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Meaningful process mineralogy
Simon Isherwood explains why valuable minerals are lost to tails and provides some possible remediesUsing automated scanning electron microscopes in mineralogical investigation is not new. What is...
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Failsafe actuators for coal processing
Coal extraction application demonstrates the advantages of electro-hydraulic valve actuationMount Thorley Warkworth (MTW), an integrated operation of two adjacent open cast mines in the Hunter Valley...
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Support network
Install smart and durable pumping systems to keep your operation running safely and efficiently, says John DeanThe mining industry is supported by a vast system of pumps and pipes. Whether to transport...
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New simulation tool launched
EDEM has announced the release of EDEM for Adams– a simulation tool that enables engineers to include realistic bulk material loads as standard in Adams system dynamics analysis without the need for...
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Celebrating women in engineering
Martina Antalova explains how to encourage more women to become engineersFrom 2013 to 2014 only 3.4% of those applying for engineering apprenticeships were women. National Women in Engineering Day...
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The role of women in engineering
p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Helvetica; -webkit-text-stroke: #000000} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} Women in Engineering day celebrates the achievements of female engineers each...
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How can businesses boost profits with software?
Software has come a long way since the early project management programs of the 80s. Howard Williams examines how modern business software can be used to boost business profitsBusiness software has...
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Why engineers are awesome
Michelle Doolan argues that engineering is far more than a job. It’s a way of seeing the world and believing we can improve upon itYou don’t have to sit a five-year old down and teach her the physical...
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Failsafe actuators for coal processing
Coal extraction application demonstrates the advantages of electro-hydraulic valve actuationMount Thorley Warkworth (MTW), an integrated operation of two adjacent open cast mines in the Hunter Valley...
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Inspiring future engineers with employer engagement
Simon Biggs discusses why engineering businesses should offer engagement programmes to primary school children as a way of tackling the skills gap and inspiring the engineers of the futureIt has been...
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Apprenticeship myth busting
Josh Collins answers questions about his experiences as an apprentice and the benefits of choosing this route into engineeringThe engineering industry is currently suffering a skills shortage as there...
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Cyber attacks and the IIoT: issues and solutions
Heiko Luckhaupt and Paul Forney discuss the elevated threat of malware in industrial environments and what companies can do to secure their assets – especially in light of the connectivity delivered by...
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7MW solar power plant for mine in Namibia
Caterpillar has announced that gold producers B2Gold Corp has selected the company and Cat dealer Barloworld to supply 7MW of solar power at the Otjikoto Mine in the Republic of Namibia.The full...
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