September 3, 2021 - North American Mining Magazine

Fatigue Science announces Supervisor Fatigue Alerts on Readi platform

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

In June, Fatigue Science launched Supervisor Fatigue Alerts as part of its Readi fatigue management platform. Developed for mining, heavy industry and the military, Supervisor Fatigue Alerts provide real-time alerts to supervisors when their operators approach critical fatigue levels. Fatigue alerts can be delivered directly to mobile phones. Following the launch of Fatigue Intervention Tracking and Fitbit-based Operator Fatigue Alerts…

New rescue chamber now available

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

In mid-June, Sweden-based Jama said its mobile underground chamber, the MRC 2, was available for sale. The stainless-steel chamber seats up to eight people comfortably at room temperature and has access to clean, fresh air without masks. It is also protected from gas and dust. To lower the temperature in the rescue chamber, it is showered on the outside with…

Exyn, NSS fly on with drone agreement

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

Pennsylvania-headquartered Exyn Technologies has partnered with Northern Survey Supply that will make Exyn’s underground drone products available to the Canadian market thanks to distribution by NSS Canada. Exyn, a creator of autonomous aerial robot systems, said that the Canadian underground mining community has been seeking ways to increase safety and efficiency with its robots; the company said it offers a…

Hitachi unveils ZXLink connectivity at no additional charge

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

Hitachi Construction & Mining Division announced that customers will no longer need to renew their ZXLink connectivity service subscription. Plus, customers can enable ZXLink on compatible machines at no additional charge. Once customers enable ZXLink, they can select to automatically activate it on future compatible models to further streamline fleet management. With ZXLink, Hitachi customers can access valuable fleet insights…

Philippi-Hagenbuch HiVol Water Tanks offer maximum capacity, safety

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

Philippi-Hagenbuch’s line of patented HiVol Water Tanks deliver exceptional safety in a design that optimizes capacity and enhances travel safety. The company developed its HiVol Water Tanks with a safety focus, and they fit any make or model of off-highway truck. The tanks are an ideal solution for a multitude of applications, including dust suppression, fire protection and haul road…

Valvoline launches All-Terrain for off-highway, heavy-duty diesels

September 3, 2021September 20, 2021 NAM Staff

Valvoline has addressed the needs of heavy-duty engines with a new product it released in mid-July, Valvoline All-Terrain for off-highway, heavy-duty diesel engines operating in severe conditions and extreme duty cycles.

Mincon drills into Rock Drill series

September 3, 2021September 17, 2021 NAM Staff

Mincon has unveiled its Rock Drill series of compact and modular drill mast and drilling rig systems that can complement the company’s existing range of efficient, high-performance rock-drilling solutions.

Metso, AM King collab on surplus equipment hub

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

Metso Outotec has joined forces with supplier AM King on a global partnership that will offer operations access to spare parts, wear parts and field services – no matter the OEM. The agreement covers spares, wears, repairs and field service recommendations for AM King brokered mill and crusher sales, irrespective of the OEM, with Metso Outotec providing competitive aftermarket solutions…

Weir launches Multiflo Mudflo submersible pump

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

Weir Minerals has tackled the common issue of large particle handling with its newest product, the Multiflo Mudflo hydraulic submersible slurry pump designed for abrasive applications. The Multiflo Mudflo pump combines the Warman MGS pump end, Multiflo CB32 hydraulic cutters and ESCO excavation teeth for efficient pumping, and features a hydraulically driven wet-end which has been specifically designed to efficiently,…

Hitachi Construction Machinery dissolves joint venture with Deere

September 3, 2021 NAM Staff

Hitachi Construction Machinery (HCM) and Deere have announced plans to dissolve their joint venture in the Americas. The dissolution will be completed Feb. 28, 2022. At the same time, HCM is announcing that Hitachi Construction Machinery Loaders America Inc. (HCMA) will assume all product and service operations for the Americas in spring 2022. HCMA will continue to be a wholly…