Process monitoring equipment needs – as told by a valve in a mineral processing plant. by Mariana Sandin Hello. I’m just a valve – one of thousands, maybe hundreds of thousands – in a global mining operation, part of the utilities group in my facility. I don’t ask for much: a little grease, the occasional calibration, and the hope that…
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Equipment and technology innovations offer the potential for faster, safer, and more accurate ground control; however, this should not come at the expense of a proper geotechnical understanding. by Jonathan Rowland As underground operations move deeper and face increasingly complex conditions, equipment development is focused on delivering faster, safer, and more consistent ground control. Meanwhile, advances in computer processing capabilities…
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The new initiative builds on a decade of seaweed infrastructure to deliver mineral sourcing via photosynthetic systems. In response to the growing global urgency around strategic mineral supply, Blue Evolution has launched Orca Minerals: the first U.S.-based platform to deliver regenerative biomining of critical minerals using cultivated seaweed. “Orca’s platform spans both offshore and controlled onshore cultivation, tailored to species,…
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Company honors a half-century of excellence by celebrating ‘the products that built us and the people who define us.’ by Mark S. Kuhar Conn-Weld is celebrating it 50th anniversary at this year’s AGG1 show, the first of many celebrations planned throughout the year. The focus of its booth, “The Products That Built Us and the People Who Define Us,” highlighted…
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Spare parts management can be challenging for mining operations. North American Mining spoke to Dr. Frits de Vroet, an expert in inventory optimization, about the issues involved. by Jonathan Rowland Maintaining operational efficiency and productivity at mining sites is a game of overlapping (sometimes competing) strategies, played on a dynamic board with ever-changing pieces. A critical element is the mine’s…
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With mines making investments to go digital to gain efficiency, operations management is a key discussion. What are the potential pitfalls – and just what is a MOM? by Fabio Mielli The landscape of mining operations is undergoing a seismic shift, with companies increasingly embracing integrated operations and reducing reliance on on-site staff. Despite advancements in technology, the industry continues…
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The two recently inked a memorandum of understanding to identify digital use cases and areas of strategic overlap in the mining industry. The Global Mining Guidelines Group (GMG) announced in mid-March that it has teamed with The Open Group, a vendor-neutral technology consortium to work in tandem and foster collaboration between its members in mining and the OSDU for Mining…
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Plans already underway for 2026 event. by Donna Schmidt The Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center was abuzz with positivity for two days in April, as SEMCO Publishing, North American Mining magazine and Coal Trends magazine hosted the second annual West Virginia Coal Show, co-located once again with the West Virginia Coal Association’s annual symposium, its 51st. The doors opened to…
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The mining industry’s cautious approach to innovation is understandable. With massive capital investments, complex operations, and significant reputational risks, prudence is essential. However, the cost of inaction can often outweigh the perceived risks of change. by Jaisen Kohmuench, president and CEO, Eriez As the mining sector faces mounting pressures to improve sustainability, efficiency, and profitability, a shift is underway: forward-thinking…
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You may not have considered your scales much – but you should. A roundtable of experts told North American Mining why these essential tools should not be taken for granted. by Jonathan Rowland Mining scales are indispensable tools in the mining industry. Designed to weigh large quantities of mined materials and built to withstand the intense vibrations, extreme temperature fluctuations…
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