A coal miner turned rare earth behemoth? It’s no exaggeration. Ramaco Resources, with a pocket full of productive and safe coal operations in Appalachia, took a chance on a Wyoming property that may ultimately produce an enormous payday for Ramaco, as a result of an enormous rare earth find beneath the surface. NAM talks to Ramaco’s Chairman, CEO and Founder…
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Welcome to the North American Mining magazine’s annual Buyers Guide An alphabetical listing of mining industry suppliers, each with contact information and classifiers for the type of product or service provided. We hope you find this informative, and we encourage you to share this guide with your colleagues and clients and retain it for your reference. View online. Thank you,…
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Waterblasting, according to Jetstream, takes more than just water – there are key elements of the task that require not only efficient work, but also proper safety and training. By John Schaer There are instances in life when standards may be set too high. However, when it comes to waterblasting and handling water jets powerful enough to cut through the…
Read MoreNorth American Mining examines the world of biodegradable lubricants and their role in reducing the environmental impact of mining. by Jonathan Rowland In a “fast-changing world where environmental issues have become central, mining companies need to assess all pollution sources that may come from their operations,” began Guillaume Bonnetot, general manager of Systems at Liebherr Mining. “Among these, contamination of…
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Most don’t give much thought to PPE – it’s just another part of the job. It does evolve, however, and there are trends in the demand for improvements in the mining industry that are unique and which must be met. by Nick Warrick Last year, there were 40 fatalities in the mining sector, a far cry from over 1,000 per…
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High-pressure grinding rolls and vertical roller mills offer several potential benefits to mineral processing operations. by Jonathan Rowland Comminution circuit design has traditionally focused on reliability, ease of operation, CAPEX, and OPEX, with AG/SAG and ball mills the longstanding workhorses in mineral grinding applications. “AG/SAG mills played a crucial role in the evolution of mineral processing, as a single mill…
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As fleets get newer and offer more advanced technology, the portion of these machines that are made of and operated by computers is growing exponentially. And this makes the entire unit susceptible to infiltration. How can mines make sense of it all – and protect themselves? by Andrew Ginter Mining machinery is increasingly automated; simple pick-up trucks contain over 300…
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by David Almanza Conveyors are complex systems critical to the success of mining operations when it comes to moving everything from machines to materials. While industrial belting might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of innovation, advancements in conveyor belts continue to drive gains in productivity, efficiency and safety for mines. To minimize conveyor…
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NAM talks with the family behind Cincinnati Mine Machinery about its history, operations, staying power and future outlook. Read more about the Stenger family, their commitment to remain American made, and CMM’s role in mining’s resilience moving forward. Edited by Donna Schmidt It’s an enviable milestone to reach 100 years in business. Cincinnati Mine Machinery did just that in 2024.…
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An important discussion of mental health and well-being with mining and construction workers. By Joe McGuire, PhD, Emily J. Haas, PhD, Lucas Simpson, MS, Vince Hafeli, DBA Mining and construction are often cited as inherently hazardous and stressful occupations and can pose risks to workers’ mental health and well-being.1,2 Psychosocial risk factors that can increase the occurrence of mental health…
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