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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ICMM releases safety report, recommits to Indigenous Peoples
ICMM has released a report that benchmarks the 2023 safety performance of its members. Tragically, 36 people from company members lost their lives last year – an increase from 33 in 2022. “There is no higher priority for ICMM members than keeping people safe and healthy at work, and this report is a stark reminder of the work ahead of…
Read MoreMSHA reports 15th fatality of 2024
MSHA reported that on Aug. 9, an electrician at Maryneal Quarry and Mill, Nolan, Texas, was seriously injured by an arc flash from a 4,160 VAC circuit while working on an electrical panel for a motor control center. On Aug. 22, he died from his injuries. This is the 15th fatality reported in 2024, and the second classified as “Electrical.”…
Read MoreMSHA reports 18th fatality of 2024
MSHA reported that on Aug. 22, a contractor at East Quarry, Tulsa, Okla., was installing a material feeder when they fell approximately 21 ft. through an opening in the walkway platform. The contractor died from his injuries on Sept. 6. This is the 18th fatality reported in 2024, and the second classified as “Slip or Fall of Person.” MSHA recommends…
Read MoreCat introduces dynamic energy transfer solution for battery, diesel-electric equipment
Caterpillar Inc. unveiled an innovative OEM-designed solution to help solve one of the most complex aspects of the mining industry’s energy transition – energy management. Cat Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) is a fully Caterpillar-developed system that can transfer energy to both diesel-electric and battery-electric large mining trucks while they are working around a mine site. It can also charge a…
Read MoreBKT names Ludovic Revel as president global OEM
Off-Highway tire manufacturer BKT announced the appointment of Ludovic Revel as president Global OEM, a strategic choice that reflects the Indian multinational’s commitment to pursuing its ambitious business goals, starting with strengthening its growth strategy in the OEM channel for original equipment and consolidating BKT’s brand visibility among the major global players. With a strong background of nearly three decades…
Read MoreFortescue unveils climate transition plan to reach ‘real zero’
Fortescue has released a rigorous, externally reviewed climate transition plan that lays out how the company plans to stop burning fossil fuels across its Australian iron ore operations by the end of the decade – and sets the bar for other companies to follow. Fortescue Executive Chairman Dr. Andrew Forrest AO, released the action plan days after a group of…
Read MoreWeir showcases all-of-mine capabilities at MINExpo
Weir, an end-to-end solutions provider focused on accelerating sustainable mining, is exhibiting at MINExpo, at Central Hall Booth 8833, Weir showcased its brands and unveiling a range of new innovative technologies and solutions. Weir will launch its ESCO NEXSYS GET Lip System for rope shovel dippers, which lowers lip maintenance requirements, extends tooth and adapter life and, ultimately, provides miners…
Read MoreFortescue, MacLean announce decarbonization partnership
Fortescue and MacLean, a manufacturer of battery electric mining vehicles (BEVs), announced a new partnership to help rapidly electrify and decarbonize the surface mining industry. At MINExpo 2024 in Las Vegas, Fortescue Metals CEO Dino Otranto was joined by MacLean CEO Kevin MacLean and MacLean President Stella Holloway to announce that MacLean will deliver a fleet of 30 GR8 EV…
Read MoreAramine touts its battery-powered underground mining machines
Aramine, global pioneer in sustainable underground mining solutions, showcased its expertise in battery-powered mining machines at MINExpo in Las Vegas (booth W-11745), enabling mining operations with low CO2 emissions while ensuring maximum productivity. The French manufacturer released its first battery-powered machine in 2016: the L140B miniLoader. At the time, with more than a decade of experience in manufacturing underground mining…
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