A look at how the U.S. can scale domestic production of critical minerals to meet accelerating demand. by Tas Mohamed The race for critical minerals in the United States will require accelerated production from local mines – but to do this sustainably and at scale means harnessing smart and innovative technologies. The U.S. is accelerating efforts to increase domestic production…
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America needs a secure and long-term supply of the critical mineral, and 5E Advanced Materials’ Fort Cady project is ready to deliver. by Paul Weibel The world is in the midst of a rapid industrial transition. Energy systems are being rebuilt for decarbonization and bolstering American infrastructure. Defense spending is rising across the Western world as military capabilities modernize for…
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This issue’s Executive Q&A – and bonus Women in Mining interview – features 28-year mineral processing expert Karen Thompson of Haver & Boecker. Being great at what you do is one thing, but loving it takes the experience to a whole new level. Thompson, who serves as president of Haver & Boecker Niagara’s North American and Australian operations, tells us…
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Knowing what it takes to thrive in extreme conditions is crucial. by Valmir Andrade Severe-duty motors are designed to withstand the most demanding operational conditions, where extreme environments challenge equipment performance and longevity. Industries such as mining, metals, oil and gas, chemical processing, power generation, pulp and paper, water and wastewater, and cement production rely on these motors for their…
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Merchants Fleet’s Director of Fleet Consulting provides tips to improve fuel economy for support vehicles by evaluating technologies, vehicle types, driver behavior and more. by Tim Mundahl Fleet operators face ongoing pressure from volatile fuel prices and environmental scrutiny in today’s resource-intensive mining sector. While much of the attention often focuses on heavy extraction equipment, the performance of support and…
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For the last few years, Weir has been working to expand its range of ENDURON vibrating screens. It’s ENDURON ORBITAL screen fills an important gap in the market for smaller, lower tonnage mining operations. Available in both circular (C-series) and elliptical (E-series) motion screens, the ENDURON ORBITAL is well-suited to crushing circuits in both secondary and tertiary screening duties During…
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In the mining world, you often hear screen suppliers mention “G-force” as a critical performance metric. But what exactly is G-force, and why does it matter? by Derek Kerkera Understanding G-ForceG-force in screening systems is determined by two key factors: the speed at which the offset weights rotate and the stroke length of the machine’s vibration. For instance, consider a…
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Hoists are the backbone of most underground mines; without them, operations come to a standstill, threatening worker safety and mine productivity. North American Mining explores factors in the selection, operation and maintenance of this critical infrastructure. by Jonathan Rowland Underground mining is “increasingly trending toward deeper operations and larger payloads,” as Francis Lacasse, ABB’s local business line manager for hoisting…
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Recent developments are driving progress in surface mine electrification, sparking new opportunities to enhance productivity while also reducing emissions. by Jonathan Rowland The mining industry has “always been built on scale, strength, and certainty,” said Daniel Robertson, marketing/sales manager at Innomotics; however, the climate conversation has “shifted expectations” with global mandates calling for a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions by…
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Missouri S&T symposium to address small modular reactors in retired mines. Could some of Missouri’s decommissioned mines potentially become secure sites for small modular nuclear reactors and help advance the state’s clean energy future? Researchers at Missouri University of Science and Technology believe so and will hold a free symposium related to the topic on August 5. “There’s a real…
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