North American producer Americas Gold and Silver Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement with US Antimony, forming a Joint Venture through operating subsidiaries to construct and operate an antimony processing plant in Idaho’s Silver Valley. The JV, which will be 51% owned by Americas and 49% by US Antimony, will provide a mine-to-finished antimony production solution to secure the…
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Emerson introduces hybrid continuous gas analyzer
Emerson has released its Rosemount QX1000 Continuous Gas Analyzer, ideally suited for use in continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), but also a good fit in many other types of applications. The QX1000 uses paramagnetic detection for O₂ and quantum cascade laser direct absorption spectroscopy for all other gases to meet stringent performance requirements. This integration of different technologies and a…
Read MoreSEEPEX launches smart joint access
SEEPEX has launched the BN pump with Smart Joint Access (SJA), its latest release in progressive cavity pump technology. Designed to provide reliable and efficient transfer of viscous, abrasive, and chemical media, the BN with SJA offers operators an inspection-friendly experience that enhances uptime and simplifies maintenance. The pump features a large inspection opening in the suction housing, allowing immediate…
Read MoreSchneider Electric EcoStruxure Foxboro SDA
Schneider Electric has launched the industry’s first open, software‑defined distributed control system (DCS) for industrial automation, the EcoStruxure Foxboro Software Defined Automation (SDA). The system is designed to deliver openness, embedded cybersecurity, and real-time intelligence, modernizing operations without compromise, the company said. It will also combine the reliability of Foxboro with the agility of open, software‑defined automation, helping hybrid and…
Read MoreMissouri Mine Safety Conference a success
The Annual Missouri Mine Safety & Health Conference (MMSHC) was held Jan. 14-16 at Margaritaville of the Ozarks in Osage Beach, Mo. This year’s speaker line-up consisted of safety professionals from throughout the mining industry. Topics included leadership, training and responsibilities for mine supervisors as well as miners’ mental and physical health. The dangers and awareness of UG battery safety on…
Read MoreBarrick moving forward with IPO, taps Hill as CEO
Barrick Mining said it is working to prepare for an initial public offering (IPO) for its North American gold assets and has also named interim head Mark Hill as its permanent chief executive and president. According to a Reuters report, the miner is planning to spin off those assets into a publicly listed company at some point this year. Its…
Read MoreWest Virginia Coal Show announces job fair, wellness checks
As preparations continue for the third annual West Virginia Coal Show, scheduled for March 31-April 1 at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center in Charleston, W.Va., organizers have announced the return of an industry job fair and a mobile health clinic from Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH). Workforce West Virginia, partner of the American Job Center network, is returning for a…
Read MoreSuperior’s dust control solutions target conveyor transfer zones
As mine operators and aggregate producers prepare for stricter Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations on respirable crystalline silica and airborne dust, Superior Industries spotlights new dust control solutions for conveyor transfer points and load zones. The conveyor manufacturer’s new Adjustable Skirtboard Systems and RockGuard Skirting Liners are engineered for flexibility across multiple conveyor configurations, without the need for any custom…
Read MoreTorex Gold names Snowden as CEO
As part of Torex Gold Resources’ long-term succession planning, Andrew Snowden, who has served as chief financial officer since 2021, will assume the role of president and CEO when current President and CEO Jody Kuzenko retires on June 17. “After eight years with Torex and a career that has spanned almost 30 years, my mandate as CEO has been delivered…
Read MoreFLSmidth taps Laaksonen to succeed Keto
FLSmidth has selected Toni Laaksonen to serve as its new chief executive officer, effective immediately, based out of its Copenhagen corporate headquarters. Laaksonen, who first joined the company as Service Business Line president in June 2025, replaces Mikko Keto, who announced in November 2025 that he planned to step down from his post. Laaksonen, a seasoned executive in the global…
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