Ventilation is often an underground mine’s most significant operating expense. It’s also essential to the health and safety of personnel and equipment. Important, then, yet many take a curiously offhand approach to their ventilation systems. Experts from Chart Industries, Epiroc, Paul’s Fan, and Stantec explain how to get the most from mine ventilation. by Jonathan Rowland The mining process is,…
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North American Mining dives into the world of vibratory screens with the help of experts from Haver & Boecker Niagara, General Kinematics, McLanahan, Polydeck, and TerraSource Global. by Jonathan Rowland Vibrating screens “should be used when large volumes of material need to be efficiently screened, dewatered, or classified,” Todd Furrow, director of mineral sales at TerraSource Global, told North American…
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As the mining industry seeks long-term economic and environmental sustainability, energy use, water consumption, and material efficiency are top concerns. How do these topics relate to slurry pumps? North American Mining asked a group of experts from leading pump manufacturers for their views. by Jonathan Rowland The mining industry is at a pivotal juncture. Amid rising demand for mineral products,…
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North American Mining discusses collision avoidance in surface load and haul operations with experts from Hexagon, Matrix Design Group, and Wabtec. by Jonathan Rowland Load-and-haul operations present “significant challenges” for collision avoidance, as Mitch Tanzer, Wabtec Digital Mine’s global commercial director, told North American Mining. This is due to a mine’s “complex and dynamic nature” with a high volume of…
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In demanding mining environments, the design and maintenance of load zones and transfer points are crucial for ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient material handling. By Jonathan Rowland Load zones and transfer points are critical areas in any belt conveyor system. Properly designed, they help stabilize the belt and prevent bottlenecks, ensuring smooth and continuous material movement. They also help minimize…
Read MoreNorth American Mining examines the world of biodegradable lubricants and their role in reducing the environmental impact of mining. by Jonathan Rowland In a “fast-changing world where environmental issues have become central, mining companies need to assess all pollution sources that may come from their operations,” began Guillaume Bonnetot, general manager of Systems at Liebherr Mining. “Among these, contamination of…
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High-pressure grinding rolls and vertical roller mills offer several potential benefits to mineral processing operations. by Jonathan Rowland Comminution circuit design has traditionally focused on reliability, ease of operation, CAPEX, and OPEX, with AG/SAG and ball mills the longstanding workhorses in mineral grinding applications. “AG/SAG mills played a crucial role in the evolution of mineral processing, as a single mill…
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North American Mining takes a short walk through some recent topics in underground mine safety. By Jonathan Rowland Recent mining fatalities in the U.S. mining industry have involved vehicle collisions, electrocutions, falls, equipment rollovers, and drowning. Although fewer in number thus far this year compared to the same time last year, “fatalities, injuries, and illnesses are preventable, and one fatality…
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North American Mining discusses the current state of autonomous mining and its part in unlocking the industry’s future. by Jonathan Rowland Most – if not all – mining companies recognize the potential benefits of automated and autonomous mining systems for safety, operational efficiency, cost reduction, the ability to work in remote and harsh environments, and the reduction of emissions and…
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North American Mining asked technology and equipment suppliers for their views on the future of mining and how they are supporting mining companies in achieving that vision. By Jonathan Rowland There is “much speculation about the future of mining, especially with the increased demand for greener energies,” said Scott Holub, manager of OTR Technical Services at BKT Tires. However, what…
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