By Heraclio Pimentel and Ramona Monroe There’s a lot of buzz these days about the Chevron doctrine. Indeed, it’s not uncommon to find headlines that read more like obituaries than your typical, dry legal analysis. These discussions permeate beyond legal and political circles, and it seems everyone has something to say about the “death” of the Chevron doctrine. That’s because…
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MSHA reports seventh fatality of 2024
MSHA reported that on May 16, a worker at a surface mine died when the excavator he was operating traveled over a 200-foot highwall. This is the seventh fatality reported in 2024, and the second classified as “Machinery.” MSHA recommends the following best practices to avoid this type of accident:
Read MoreSleipner releases fully electric, autonomous mine transport system
Sleipner Finland has unveiled a new generation of fully electric and autonomous transport systems for moving mining and construction equipment. The newly released emission-free electric transport system is aimed at mines that already use automated equipment, such as drills, and therefore have the infrastructure to support autonomous solutions. Several patents are pending for Sleipner’s innovative transport solution. “Autonomous mining requires…
Read MoreCrushing performance central to Metso XM Series
Metso has launched the XM Series, an advanced crushing solution that combines intelligence, durability and lifetime value with a new digital package, resilient engineering and unmatched warranties. The Metso XM Series crushing solution designed for demanding mining applications is built to take crushing performance beyond the conventional. The XM Series solution uses the robust and safe Nordberg MP Series cone…
Read MoreTorsus unveils all-terrain off-road bus
Torsus has released its new third-generation Praetorian TG3 heavy-duty off-road bus with more than 50 all-new technical updates and options for 2024. Built to master the world’s harshest terrain and toughest environments, the bus utilizes upgraded MAN chassis and powertrain, fully warranted and serviceable by all MAN suppliers anywhere in the world. It features a 1,150Nm 6-cyl MAN diesel engine,…
Read MoreMEVCO drives new Rivian R1T into Elko Mining Expo
Illinois-based MEVCO (Mining Electric Vehicle Company) has removed the cover from its new Rivian R1T EV Truck, introducing it to the mining industry at June’s Elko Mining Expo in Nevada. The company offered test drives of the mine-ready 2024 model at the event; MEVCO and Rivian first announced its global partnership for the vehicle in April. MEVCO said its partnership…
Read MoreSandvik introduces DR416iE electric drill
Sandvik has rolled out its largest-ever intelligent rotary blasthole drill, the DR416iE. The electric Sandvik DR416iE’s design is based on the popular Sandvik DR416i. It joins the Sandvik DR410iE, Sandvik DR412iE and Sandvik DR413iE as the fourth and largest electrified rig in Sandvik’s intelligent rotary blasthole range. The new release has been designed to deliver superior performance and sustainability in…
Read MoreMetso launches optimized pCAM plant
Metso has released the pCAM plant – an intelligent Planet Positive-certified solution for the manufacturing of precursor cathode active material for lithium-ion batteries. “The growing use of high-performance lithium-ion batteries with enhanced energy density, fast charging capabilities and improved safety features is driving the demand for high-quality and sustainable precursor materials,” said Mikko Rantaharju, vice president, Hydrometallurgy at Metso. “As…
Read MoreJimmy Brock: Committed to coal
Amid the transformation of coal over the last few decades, one coal magnate’s face has remained a constant: CONSOL Energy’s Jimmy Brock. As he moved through the ranks to become the coal operating company’s chief operating officer, his strategic insight has helped shape the Appalachian coal industry. In this issue’s bonus executive Q&A, Brock shares more about his background, his…
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