Komatsu announced the arrival of a P&H 2100BL electric rope shovel to serve as a landmark at its Elko, Nev., campus. The shovel has been relocated from Milwaukee, Wis., to serve as a monument to the legacy of P&H Mining Equipment and that company’s long history of manufacturing in the United States. “This machine will now be prominently displayed in…
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Fortitude Gold’s Nevada project fully permitted
U.S.-based gold producer Fortitude Gold has received all approvals from the Bureau of Land Management and the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection to construct and operate the County Line gold project located in both Mineral and Nye counties. “We would like to thank the federal and state agencies for completing the permit approvals for our County Line project. While the…
Read MoreEpiroc adds Jama scalers, rescue chambers to offerings
Epiroc’s Underground division has entered a partnership with Jama Mining Machines AB, which will see Epiroc offer a complementary selection of Jama’s scalers and rescue chambers globally. “This partnership is a natural step in our commitment to providing the most complete and innovative solutions for underground mining. Jama’s expertise in scaling and their strong track record of customer-focused innovation make…
Read MoreSuccessful Pittsburgh Seminar Explores Coal’s Future
Thank you to all of our supporters, exhibitors and partners for attending our first-ever America’s Coal Revolution and making it such a success. Thanks as well to all of the organizations, associations, and companies that took the stage as speakers at the Hilton Garden Inn-Southpointe this past October 20-21. From our packed keynotes to our exclusive panel discussions, the feedback…
Read MoreWARMAN AH horizontal slurry pump celebrates 60 years
Mining technology experts Weir marked the 60th anniversary of the WARMAN AH horizontal slurry pump. Since its debut in 1965, the pump has “set the global standard for operational performance, equipment reliability and innovation in slurry handling,” according to the company. Trusted across mine sites worldwide, the WARMAN AH horizontal slurry pump has powered critical operations for six decades and…
Read MoreABB, LKAB enter technology partnership
Global technology provider ABB and Swedish mining and minerals group LKAB have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to form a strategic technology partnership to accelerate automation, electrification and digitalization in mining. The partnership will focus on some of the biggest shifts in the mining industry’s journey to the all-electric, automated and digitalized mine, enhancing safety, sustainability and productivity. ABB…
Read MoreUnfolding longwall automation
Fully automated longwall operations have been dreamt about since the 1950s. Are they finally within grasp? by Jonathan Rowland Longwall mining has always been associated with significant safety risks for personnel. Reducing this risk through mechanization, automation, and remote-controlled operation has – alongside improving productivity and operational efficiency – been a “central driver of longwall innovation for more than five…
Read MoreThe rise of visual intelligence
From the pit to control room, how video analytics is streamlining mining operations in North America. by Gary Ng There was a time when mining oversight meant standing at the edge of a pit with a clipboard, hoping the dust did not hide the data. But today? The pit watches itself and reports in real-time. What previously relied on radios,…
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 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 only…
Read MoreGreen vibrations: rethinking drill and blast for a cleaner future
Innovation in surface drill and blast operations is delivering measurable improvements in environmental performance, operational efficiency, community impact, and personnel safety. by Jonathan Rowland As the mining industry intensifies its focus on sustainability, surface drill and blast practices are undergoing a shift. Once viewed primarily through the lens of productivity and cost-efficiency, innovation is helping to reimagine these operations as…
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