American Industrial Partners (AIP) has acquired the sulfuric acid regeneration business of Veolia North America, including its sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide regeneration, sulfur gas recovery, and sulfur-based products production businesses. The partnership will enable the company, which has been renamed Nexpera, to accelerate its expansion strategy and delivery of mission-critical environmental services and specialty sulfur-based products for diversified industries.…
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New CEO named at i-80
Nevada-focused i-80 Gold has appointed Richard Young as chief executive officer and a director, effective immediately. He succeeds Ewan Downie, who has retired. Young brings extensive financial, development and operational experience to i-80, having previously held senior positions at multiple companies. Most recently, he served as president and CEO of Argonaut Gold, which was acquired by Alamos Gold in July.…
Read MoreGold Fields buys Osisko Mining
South African-based Gold Fields has agreed to acquire Canadian miner Osisko Mining for C$2.16 billion ($1.57 billion), reported Reuters. The cash deal will help Gold Fields expand its presence in the Americas region, where it already has mines in Chile and Peru. Gold Fields said Osisko’s projects in Quebec would also help it “firmly solidify” its footprint in one of…
Read MoreMovex Innovation showcasing Minidozers at MINExpo
Movex Innovation has announced its participation in MINExpo 2024 with its line that addresses critical worker safety and throughput challenges for mines, quarries and smelters. Those visiting Booth 2235 in North Hall will witness firsthand the groundbreaking capabilities of the Minidozer 27” and Minidozer 48” ultra-compact mini loaders for mines and quarries and the lineup of MINIDOZERs for aluminum smelters.…
Read MoreBinMaster moves into new offices
BinMaster moved into new offices on Transformation Drive at the Innovation Campus at the University of Lincoln (Nebraska) last month, following the destruction of its 115,000-square-foot facility in April by an F3 tornado. The new offices are just minutes away from a new plant on the 249-acre public/private research campus that houses businesses, a conference center, and the Nebraska Innovation…
Read MoreA new Guardian for miner safety
By Jeanne Grunert Mines pose unique safety challenges. Dark and damp conditions, low ceilings, poor visibility, and a noisy environment make it imperative that mine owners do everything they can to prevent accidents and fatalities. In the demanding conditions of an underground mine, even the most cautious and vigilant miner can meet with an accident. According to the Mine Safety…
Read MoreGroundHog launches Mobile Equipment Maintenance Platform
GroundHog has introduced its state-of-the-art Mobile Equipment Maintenance Platform to streamline and enhance maintenance processes for mining companies and contractors to ensure increased efficiency, reduced downtime, and improved safety. Key features of the new platform include: Company CEO Satish Penmetsa said several customers in its beta testing program are already expanding to multiple sites. “While there are many computerized maintenance…
Read MoreEpiroc opens surface mining center in Arizona
Epiroc has opened the doors to its new Surface Mining Competency Center in Tucson, Ariz., which the OEM is calling a significant strategic advancement. The new Epiroc USA facility features a 28,000-square-foot rebuild center and is set to support regional surface customers via aftermarket support, training and specialized technical assistance as well. Services offered include a range stemming from machinery…
Read MoreMSHA issues nearly 200 violations in March
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) said it completed impact inspections at 14 mines in 11 states in March, issuing 199 violations and one safeguard. Of the March violations, 74 were evaluated as significant and substantial and four had an unwarrantable failure finding. The agency completed these inspections at mines in Alabama, Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania,…
Read MoreMotion acquires two Canadian companies
Motion Industries Inc. has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the operating assets of Perfetto Manufacturing and SER Hydraulics. The affiliated organizations are well-established, with Perfetto in business since 1986 and SER Hydraulics since 1978. Located in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, each has grown to provide engineered solutions, service and equipment for hydraulic/pneumatic cylinders, complex power units and other assets…
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