With an ambition to explore decarbonization opportunities across transport, operations and materials, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Volvo Group and CRH on November 13. As part of this strategic agreement, Volvo CE will take on responsibility for next generation technology deployment, the scaling up of cutting-edge technology, and operational efficiency for the off-road segment in a bid…
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Built on the platform of its most popular underground loaders, the new R2900 XE is the first Cat diesel electric underground LHD. It’s a productive, powerful, reliable machine built to meet the underground mining industry’s need for bigger payloads, faster loading and reduced emissions, according to the company. Its powerful diesel electric drive engine is EU Stage V compliant, and…
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Russell Mineral Equipment (RME) has successfully deployed the world’s first semi-automated roboticized mill relining system for safer, faster worn liner removal and new liner placement with no one inside the mill. The mill relining systems manufacturer said the system will result in significant safety and commercial outcomes for its customer as well as the industry as a whole. The reduction…
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Aramine recently relaunched its updated L350D mining loader, upping its capacity from 3 tonnes on its initial 2020 launch to 4 tonnes today. The company said the loader has proven its efficiency since its initial unveiling, when it was the only 3.5-ton loader in the market with a comfortable cabin positioned at the center of the machine. It was designed…
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Normet has ceased production of its Charmec 1610 B and 1614 B model boom lifts after a run of more than two decades and about 200 units. The models’ successor, the MC 605 emulsion charger, has established itself well in the community with its ergonomic enclosed cabin, improved electrics and upgraded monitoring system. The final 1514 B was recently delivered…
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Heavy industry clean energy solutions company First Mode has added two new electrified retrofits to its suite of decarbonization solutions for mining and rail haulage. As the heavy industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint, First Mode said its trio of electrified products will enable an innovative feedforward approach for customers to convert and accelerate the decarbonization of…
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Boart Longyear has launched an upgraded Surface Roller Latch Wireline System that extends the successful Roller Latch family of wireline tooling. The newest release of the system improves usability, serviceability, and overall performance. The company has introduced several system enhancements. These features include a new housing that reduces typical drop times by 20% and up to 60% when paired with…
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Sandvik Mobile Crushers and Screens continues to drive the sustainability shift in the crushing and screening industry with the launch of the fully electric UJ443E heavy jaw crusher, ideal for the mining, quarry and contractor segments. The Sandvik UJ443E is built upon a new fully electric track platform and features high quality, reputable componentry throughout, as well as the latest…
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Orica’s next-generation centralized blasting system ORBS has made a leap into the digital world, allowing customers in the underground mining segment to now experience its benefits. ORBS, or the Omni Remote Blasting System, is now available to i-kon and eDev customers. It is designed to provide operations with the ability to safely initiate multiple development headings and production blasts concurrently…
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Cummins confirmed it has approved the use of unblended renewable diesel, including hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), for all of its industrial high-horsepower engines across all ratings. The renewable diesel, often also called unblended paraffinic fuels (EN15940), has been shown to reduce net greenhouse gas (GHG) emission by up to 90% compared to conventional diesel, dependent on the exact feedstock and…
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