The 20th North American Mine Ventilation Symposium, set for June 21-26 in Pittsburgh, Pa., has begun accepting abstracts for the biennial event. The deadline to submit an abstract is October 15. The deadline for final versions of full manuscripts will be November 30. Major topics include mine fans; dust control; diesel particular matter, mine fires and explosions; underground health and…
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Diavik mine starts underground production
Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories has moved into commercial production at its A21 underground operation, which was developed beneath the previously mined A21 open pit. The construction of the underground mine involved the development of over 1,800 meters of underground tunnels to access the orebody. With safety as the core focus, the miner noted that there…
Read MoreMetso to boost customer support in Western Canada
Metso continues to strengthen its footprint and proximity to customers by investing in a new service center in Prince George, British Columbia – one of the emerging mining regions in Canada. The company said the new facility will support the growing needs of customers, primarily operating in copper and gold segments. “[It] enhances our ability to deliver OEM-certified on-site inspections,…
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