ABB has completed an expansion of its Mexico Technology and Engineering Center (MXTEC) in the city of Merida, doubling the office space to help meet innovation and market growth potential in North America. Since opening two years ago, MXTEC has increased its workforce to 43 people, also broadening scope into trade, logistics and HSE, and now has ambitions to recruit…
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A new documentary short, produced and distributed in collaboration with CBS and Acumen, highlights RIINO’s fully electric rail system and the future of decarbonized material haulage in mining. RIINO’s system is designed to replace conventional haulage methods, providing a fully electric alternative that reduces environmental impact while enhancing cost efficiency for mining operators. “Haulage Rail | A New Era” captures…
Read MoreNevada Gold Mines (NGM) and Komatsu have launched a pioneering partnership to elevate workplace safety and enhance operational efficiency through the deployment of the OEM’s FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) at the miner’s surface operations. The collaboration marks the first implementation of the system for both companies within the United States, setting a new standard for mining operations nationwide. NGM…
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Belgium-based Virtual Surveyor has significantly enhanced the data storage, remote file access, and project collaboration functionality of its popular smart drone surveying package with seamless integration for Microsoft Office OneDrive accounts. This enables Virtual Surveyor users to inexpensively save data in the cloud for access anywhere and to work on projects with teams. Virtual Surveyor software provides users an end-to-end…
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Dewatering and bypass pump supplier Thompson Pump and Manufacturing Company has renewed its ISO 9001 certification and achieved ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications for its line. The move was made to reinforce its commitment to quality management, employee safety and environmental stewardship, it said. The ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certifications were awarded by a third-party auditor. The new…
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Micromine has introduced two major updates that elevate key workflows in geology and underground mine planning with its 2025 Half-Year Release. First, Micromine Origin now includes Grade Copilot – the industry’s leading AI-powered modeling tool – in all geology modeling and resource estimation subscriptions, supporting the shift toward modern, data-driven geology by making advanced capabilities part of everyday workflows. Second,…
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Denso Inc. said its Densyl Tape is a high-performance, multi-purpose petrolatum tape designed to provide unparalleled corrosion protection for steel pipes, flanges, valves, fittings, and other surfaces. Engineered to perform well in extreme environments, Densyl Tape is the ideal solution for industries that need durable and reliable surface protection. Densyl Tape is composed of a non-woven synthetic fabric carrier saturated…
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Komatsu has become the industry’s first to autonomously operate a power agnostic electric drive truck while connected to a dynamic trolley line. The milestone represents a critical step in the OEM’s commitment to helping miners reduce emissions and enhance productivity through advanced electrification and autonomous solutions. “This milestone demonstrates the strength of our commitment to improving our integrated technology strategy,…
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Pivot Electric Machines’ vision is to retrofit the world’s existing fleets of diesel mining trucks –some 46,000 vehicles over 100 tons – with next-generation battery systems, slashing both greenhouse gas emissions and operating costs in the process. “About three years ago, I had a ‘Road to Damascus’ moment,” Michael Collins, CEO and co-founder of Pivot Electric Machines, said, recalling his…
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Metso said it offers upgrade options for customers with earlier generation HP crushers. Many of the new HPe features can be applied to existing units through upgrades, including no-backing liners that reduce maintenance downtime, a redesigned split nut for improved safety and easier maintenance, and a crusher head spin brake that extends liner life. Additionally, most spare and wear parts…
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