After more than 30 years of research and development, the first copper cathode using Rio Tinto’s Nuton technology, a proprietary bioleaching process that relies on microorganisms grown on site, was produced at Gunnison Copper’s Johnson Camp mine in Arizona last month. “This is a breakthrough achievement for our Nuton technology, which is proving that cleaner, faster, and more efficient copper…
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REMA TIP TOP: Recoat conveyor belts instead of replacing them
REMA TIP TOP presents a new spray system for fast, flexible and sustainable conveyor belt repairs. Heavily worn conveyor belt cover plates usually lead to an inevitable belt change, bringing production to a halt and incurring high costs. With REMAREP Spray, REMA TIP TOP introduces an innovative system that quickly and easily repairs large areas of worn cover plates without…
Read MoreVolvo Penta adds new certified uptime dealers
Volvo Penta has designated Chicago-area Charles Equipment Energy Systems and Houston-based Lightning Unlimited as new Certified Uptime Dealers, expanding its specialized North American industrial service network. “We’re committed to advancing our Certified Uptime Dealer Program as an incentive for dealerships and a way to enhance our overall service network,” said Victor Falkenby, director of dealer development for Volvo Penta. “Charles…
Read MoreSuccessful Pittsburgh Seminar Explores Coal’s Future
Thank you to all of our supporters, exhibitors and partners for attending our first-ever America’s Coal Revolution and making it such a success. Thanks as well to all of the organizations, associations, and companies that took the stage as speakers at the Hilton Garden Inn-Southpointe this past October 20-21. From our packed keynotes to our exclusive panel discussions, the feedback…
Read MoreDOL, MSHA award $10.5M in grants to dozens nationwide
As part of its efforts to support mine safety, health training across the nation, the U.S. Department of Labor and Mine Safety and Health Administration have awarded grant monies totaling more than $10.5 million for the advancement of miner education to organizations in 45 states, the Navajo Nation, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
Read MoreOSMRE removes 14 ‘obsolete’ coal regulations
The U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) has, in a move to advance the nation’s energy independence and economic vitality, formally rescinded a total of 14 obsolete or redundant regulations. This important step reflects the Trump administration’s broader goal of reducing regulations, creating jobs and encouraging responsible energy development, including several tied to abandoned mine lands. The…
Read MoreBarrick considering IPO for North American gold
Canadian-headquartered global miner Barrick Mining has confirmed its contemplation of an initial public offering (IPO) for its North American gold assets via a yet-unnamed subsidiary. The company’s board of directors has unanimously authorized Barrick’s management team to explore the potential and, should an IPO be pursued, the subsidiary would be anchored by Barrick’s joint venture interests in Nevada Gold Mines…
Read MoreDOE earmarks millions for REE supply chain advancements
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity, or NOFO, for up to $134 million to progress and bolster domestic supply chains for America’s rare earth elements. Through this funding, DOE will support projects that demonstrate the commercial viability of recovering and refining REEs from unconventional feedstocks, including…
Read MoreBQE commences operation of Selen-IX plant at Wharf
BQE Water reported last week that a new full-scale Selen-IX plant located at Coeur’s Wharf gold mine in South Dakota had passed the performance test and began routine operation. This latest Selen-IX plant set a record time for implementation of 20 months between the design engineering kick-off to the discharge of on-spec water into the environment. The plant is designed…
Read MoreRio Tinto inks wind power deal for Kennecott
The Rio Tinto Kennecott operation, in its effort to meet corporate decarbonization objectives, has signed a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with TerraGen for renewable energy from a newly completed wind farm in Texas. Under the agreement, Rio Tinto will purchase 78.5 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy generated by TerraGen’s 238.5 MW Monte Cristo I Windpower project. Commercial operations…
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