All in the family

NAM talks with the family behind Cincinnati Mine Machinery about its history, operations, staying power and future outlook. Read more about the Stenger family, their commitment to remain American made, and CMM’s role in mining’s resilience moving forward. Edited by Donna Schmidt It’s an enviable milestone to reach 100 years in business. Cincinnati Mine Machinery did just that in 2024.…

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An encouraging shift emerging

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I’m an optimist. I’m of the belief that, if you want a positive outcome, an optimistic attitude is the bare minimum requirement to see it through. In this industry, and many others with tides like it, it just makes sense to keep that in mind, even if sometimes it sits in…

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FLSmidth celebrates newest facility

The OEM recently held a grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Keokuk, Iowa, sharing more information in an exclusive NAM interview. By Donna Schmidt Supply chain improvements, particularly in a time when mines are demanding quick turnarounds more than ever before, are crucial for suppliers. FLSmidth took this to heart in its plans for the newest facility in…

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From the coal face

The coal industry is glad for its coal advocates, especially those who help take on the headwinds of public opinion and perception, regulations and its future – all at the same time. In this month’s Q&A, NAM spoke with FutureCoal’s Michelle Manook on the heels of the group’s rebranding from the World Coal Association. Edited by Donna Schmidt NAM: Hi,…

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The strength of Twin Branch

It was once a quietly operated surface operation, like many of its contemporaries in southern West Virginia. Today, under the ownership of Coal-Mac and Mitch Potter, it is in its prime 
and exemplifies a safe, efficient, well-organized operation that others look to as an example 
of how to do things well. By Donna Schmidt Coal-Mac was once the only purely…

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Explaining the coal hard truth

CONSOL Energy’s NotSoFast initiative, which highlights the crucial role coal plays in both the energy and non-energy needs of society, is a first-of-its kind program with global implications. 
NAM talks exclusively with the miner about the program, its efforts to date, and how the 
program is influencing the future of coal. Edited by Donna Schmidt Anyone whose life touches coal…

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Another dimension of mining

It’s true: There’s no real definition of a “normal day” in mining anymore. Operators now worry about so many more factors than they used to – how to power equipment more efficiently, how to reduce the mine’s footprint, how to save even more money and, of course, how to continue a journey of constant improvement overall. This is all while…

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Getting the green light

As the western United States continues to advance a number of new projects, streamlined mine permitting has once again become a hot topic. North American Mining magazine talked to Stantec Project Manager Sierra Marke about smoothing the path on these projects’ journey to operation. Edited by Donna Schmidt The western U.S. states are stuffed with mining opportunities, and with quickly…

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