by Mark S. Kuhar Van der Graaf (VDG), the world’s leading manufacturer of drum motors for all types of belt conveyor applications, including aggregate, mining, food processing and material handling, celebrated 40 years of innovation and growth with an Open House at its state-of-the-art facility in Shelby Township, Mich. The event – which took place July 11 – was attended…
Read MoreDay: August 13, 2025
More Output, Less Waste
Enhancing sustainability through optimized production at the screen. by Serge Raymond A growing trend within the mining and aggregate industries is adjusting practices with the goal of creating more eco-conscious operations. Increasing efficiency is one key approach toward this goal, which requires a good relationship between a plant’s workforce and its equipment. Screen media selection plays a vital role, and…
Read MoreDirect Lithium Extraction: Balancing Sustainability and Recovery Optimization
This lithium production methodology is growing rapidly, drawing interest from environmentalists and producers alike, because it reduces the environmental impact and the cost of lithium production. by Jorge Espinoza and Victor Mwaba, Emerson Growing demand for lithium compounds for use in the manufacture of rechargeable batteries is constrained by the difficulty of maximizing its extraction from natural sources. There are…
Read MoreImmersive Technologies launches MineAdvantage courses
Immersive Technologies has introduced professional development courses tailored for the mining industry, aimed at empowering professionals at all levels of the workforce, including trainers, front-line supervisors, and managers. Under the banner of MineAdvantage, the company has begun delivering a series of face-to-face courses in regional mining locations. These courses equip professionals with the tools, insights, and confidence they need to…
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