In this issue’s executive Q&A, NAM talked to Conn-Weld President Marvin Woodie, who is helping the company celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2025 – as he personally marks his upcoming 45th anniversary of involvement with the processing supply manufacturer. He has certainly watched it grow right before his eyes, from 152 workers in 1986 when he arrived at Conn-Weld headquarters…
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The new initiative builds on a decade of seaweed infrastructure to deliver mineral sourcing via photosynthetic systems. In response to the growing global urgency around strategic mineral supply, Blue Evolution has launched Orca Minerals: the first U.S.-based platform to deliver regenerative biomining of critical minerals using cultivated seaweed. “Orca’s platform spans both offshore and controlled onshore cultivation, tailored to species,…
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Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its ET500 lightweight crimper, a portable crimping machine that simplifies hydraulic hose field service and repair. The compact device is currently available in the Americas and is ideal for a variety of markets, including mining. “As the world’s lightest -12 hose crimper, our new ET500 offers unmatched portability and industry-leading safety, making it the perfect…
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The Fischer UltiMate Series, Fischer Connectors’ flagship range for harsh environments, now includes a pre-cabled USB-C connector equipped with the company’s new ratchet locking system (RLS). The connector provides unmatched resistance to vibration and shock, ensuring safe connections for high-speed data transfer under the extreme operating conditions in mining. The RLS’s fastening mechanism uses an asymmetrical tooth profile to securely…
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Simformotion has released the new Fletcher Simulators High Reach Scaler simulator. The system creates a realistic underground mining environment and features authentic Fletcher controls and machine exercises so operators can learn real-world applications. The simulator provides multiple exercises; a motion system to help operators learn tipping points; and VR, which gives learners greater depth perception while practicing maneuvers and techniques.…
Read MoreMining3 has extended its partnership with autonomous vehicle solutions firm ABD Solutions, in what both companies are calling a “significant step” for mining’s path to automation and efficiency. ABD Solutions, which provides end-to-end retrofit technologies that enable the automation of conventional vehicle and equipment fleets, said the pairing will be powered by Mining3’s extensive global mining network. That route, it added,…
Read MoreRight Lane Industries, a privately-held industrial-holding company focused on “corporate carve-outs and other complex transactions,” said that it has signed an agreement to sell TerraSource Holdings to Astec Industries for a purchase price of $245 million. Right Lane acquired a 51% interest in TerraSource from Hillenbrand in October 2021, and worked to enhance the scale, profitability and competitiveness of the…
Read MoreFollowing shareholder approval, Toronto-headquartered Barrick Gold has completed its name change to Barrick Mining Corporation and Société minière Barrick in French. “Barrick’s vision is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper exploration, development and mining company. Along with our world-class portfolio of six Tier-1 gold mines, we are building a substantial copper business which will be a meaningful…
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Sandvik Mining has rolled out AutoMine Surface Fleet, a new feature that enables operators to manage more than 15 Sandvik surface i-series drill rigs from any connected site location. The new solution delivers unprecedented flexibility while reducing downtime and improving productivity during shift changes. The new advanced FleetFlex functionality enables operators to seamlessly and simultaneously control the transfer of drill…
Read MoreAfter four years at the helm, Rio Tinto Chief Executive Jakob Stausholm will be stepping down later this year. The miner said “a rigorous selection process is already underway” to find his successor. “Under Jakob’s leadership, Rio Tinto has restored trust with key stakeholders, aligned our portfolio with the commodities where demand growth is strongest, built a diverse and talented…
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