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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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New cleaner system for mining applications
A new secondary conveyor belt cleaner has been engineered specifically for challenging applications where traditional designs fail to deliver the necessary performance or wear life. The CleanScrape...
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New portable battery pump for hydraulic torque wrenches
The new Enerpac XC-Series Battery Torque Wrench Pump is designed for maintenance bolting applications at sites that do not have access to power or where having extension cords or air hoses could cause...
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New Compact Track & Series Skid Steer Loaders
Caterpillar has announced the release of 16 new Cat D3 Series Skid Steer Loader (SSL) and Compact Track Loader (CTL) models. These new machines deliver improvements in operator experience and track...
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How to ensure safety in the workplace
Making the working environment safe in engineering sectors like mining, oil and gas and process engineering will maximise productivity and minimise the risk of accidents, writes Christopher Latter from...
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WEG creates a new series of slip-ring motors
WEG has launched a new M (for mining) series of slip ring motors. Available in frame sizes IEC 355 to IEC 1000, the new motors cover the power range from 250 kW to 10 MW at 50 Hz or 60 Hz line...
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Updated cold planers from Cat
These milling machines now meet US EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. They are powered by a fuel-efficient Cat C18 turbocharged, 6-cylinder diesel engine. The PM820, PM822 and PM825...
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Mali gold mine goes green with solar
In off-grid energy systems, solar energy combined with conventional energy generation and battery storage can provide secure power during day and night. B2Gold operates the Fekola gold mine in Mali,...
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Volvo shares its five technology secrets
Gone are the days when the quality of a job was down to the performance of the machine and the skill of the operator alone. Nowadays advanced machine control systems can help improve the quality and...
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New excavator from Caterpillar
The new 26 ton Cat 326 excavator delivers improved fuel savings, lower maintenance costs and improved operator comfort with all-new cab designs.Key to the design is operating simplicity. From remote...
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Advances In Mining Vehicle Automation
Jon Lawson reports on the latest developments in automating mining vehicles.Fully automating the load and haul sector could offer huge advantages for mine operators with cost savings as well as...
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Developments In Drill & Blast Technology
The Centre for Applied Dynamics Research (CADR) at the University of Aberdeen is about to take advantage of original research started in 1999. A new spin-out company, iVDrill, has been created to...
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The Challenges Facing The Mining Industry
Tilman Speer examines the challenges facing the mining industry, and highlights the importance of efficient local support and repair servicesEquipment used in the mining industries is subject to...
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How To Avoid Downtime Due To Vibration
It’s not uncommon to have various problems that could be associated with machinery and equipment in the mining industry. The environments in which they operate can be incredibly harsh, often leading to...
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