Mines have traditionally relied on national energy grids, often fossil fuel-based, to provide their electrical energy needs. Where mines are remote or a grid connection is otherwise not feasible, diesel generators fill the gap. But as mining companies grapple with net-zero commitments, low-carbon onsite power solutions offer a key pathway to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. By Jonathan Rowland Several compelling…
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HERE COMES CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Now nearly 5% bigger than the record set in 2020, the show will feature 1,800 exhibitors and 150 education sessions. By Mark S. Kuhar and Josephine Patterson Here it comes again. The next ConExpo-Con/Agg will be held March 14-18, 2023, in Las Vegas. ConExpo-Con/Agg is the largest construction, aggregates and mining trade show in North America and the premier event…
Read MoreCO2Meter offers portable welding gas analyzer
CO2Meter has released its new portable CO2 welding gas analyzer that verifies correct CO2 concentrations in welding gases mixes. The highly anticipated CM-1650 measures mixed cylinder gas or blended gas at a mixer to ensure the accuracy of your gas and purity of your welds. With preconfigured measurements for C5, C10, C15, C25 and C50 as well as custom settings,…
Read MoreBME takes blasting science another digital step
To achieve optimal blasting results for mining efficiency, mines need real-time data from their blasting blocks. BME’s new generation XPLOLOG does just that – and is being put to work at a large opencast mine in South Africa’s Northern Cape province. “The digital revolution is giving mines valuable steppingstones toward progressively smarter mining,” said BME Product Manager (Software Development) Christiaan…
Read MoreConnected gas detector with new CatEx sensor
Dräger has unveiled its X-am 2800 multi-gas detector for personal monitoring, which can measure up to four gases and is equipped with the new shock resistant CatEx sensor. The new detector has been optimized for use with the cloud-based Dräger Gas Detection Connect software solution. The data recorded by the device can be transferred directly via Bluetooth to a smartphone,…
Read MoreOrica introduces newest OREPro 3D Predict software
Orica has announced the release of its latest OREPro 3D Predict modeling software that predicts blast movement in near real-time and optimizes grade control value. Over 30 years of Research and Development (R&D) coupled with significant cloud-based computing power have led to the creation of OREPro 3D Predict software, a near real-time blast movement simulator and grade control polygon optimizer…
Read MoreMinnovare intros Development Optimiser
Hexagon arm Minnovare has released its new system, Development Optimiser, to increase accuracy, reduce over-break and increase drilling advance. The new release combined hardware with a digital platform applicable to all development drill makes and models, and per Minnovare can lead to optimal blasts and offer consistent blasting outcomes regardless of operator experience. Included is a wireless system interface featuring…
Read MoreStrata Worldwide marks 30 years
Global safety group Strata Worldwide is marking a milestone in its history: 30 years in business. The U.S.-headquartered company, which has offices in North America, South Africa, Europe and Australia, began its journey producing roof control products but now has a product portfolio that includes proximity protection, collision avoidance technologies, a choice selection of underground communication and data networks, emergency…
Read MoreNewmont proposes Newcrest US$16.9 billion takeover
In a move to combine two of the top senior gold producers, U.S.-based Newmont has submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire 100% of the issued share capital of Australian peer Newcrest Mining by way of a scheme of arrangement. If successful, it would be the largest mining takeover and the third-largest corporate buyout in Australian history, according to Refinitiv data.…
Read MoreKudos to coal
I am a staunch advocate for the mining industry, there is no denying that, though I do have a soft spot in my heart for coal. In my nearly two decades covering the varied commodities that make up our mineral circle, several were spent reporting on the ebbs and flows of one of the most misunderstood by the public: coal…
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