The National Mining Association has honored outstanding achievements in mine safety with the Sentinels of Safety Awards. Twenty American mining operations – six coal mines and 14 mineral/metal mines – were recognized for extraordinary safety performance in 2024. “Every day in mining begins and ends with safety, and it’s top of mind in everything we do –from equipment operation all…
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Masaba celebrates grand opening of steel and metal fabrication facility
Masaba Inc., a U.S. manufacturer of custom-designed bulk material handling systems and processing equipment, announces the grand opening of its new 147,500-sq.-ft., state-of-the-art metal fabrication and office facility in Vermillion, S.D. The company celebrated this occasion with an open house event on Oct. 16, held at the newly named Harold Higman Fabrication Center. The official name of the facility was…
Read MoreEriez launches online storefront for magnetic separation, material handling equipment
Eriez has launched BuyEriez.com, a new e-commerce platform designed to provide direct, online access to select in-stock Eriez equipment for North American customers. The site features standard magnetic tubes, plates, grates, traps and permanent lift magnets – equipment trusted across many key industrial sectors, including food processing, packaging and plastics. Customers can access real-time pricing, immediate inventory visibility, and a…
Read MoreWIM USA makes call for abstracts
Women in Mining USA is accepting abstracts for presentations, panel discussions, debates, and case studies for its 2026 conference, taking place April 21-23 in Tucson, Ariz. The association invites thought leaders, industry experts, professionals, and innovators to submit abstracts (300 words or less) by addressing one or more of the following topics: Submissions should indicate the topic and preferred format…
Read MoreRamaco Resources breaks ground on pilot plant
Ramaco Resources reported that initial mobilization and site development activities have commenced for its new pilot processing plant and laboratory, located adjacent to the Brook mine and near the iCAM Research Center outside Sheridan, Wyo. “We believe this groundbreaking marks the beginning of a new chapter in American rare earth minerals. Our goal is to build the foundation for a…
Read MoreFrontieras op-ed: Coal’s Comeback Starts in West Virginia: What FASForm Means for Miners, Workers, and Everyday Investors
Ed. Note – The following was penned by Frontieras North America CEO Matthew McKean. For generations, West Virginia coal has fueled America’s rise. It was West Virginia miners who helped forge the steel that built the East Coast, powered factories, and armed a nation in wartime. The Appalachian coalfields were the backbone of American industry – and their contribution was…
Read MoreMcEwen to acquire Canadian Gold
Gold and silver producer McEwen and Canadian Gold Corp. have entered into a definitive agreement, under which McEwen will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Canadian-based exploration company through a statutory plan of arrangement. If the proposed transaction is approved, Canadian Gold will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of McEwen, strengthening the miner’s diversified portfolio with…
Read MoreMining operations start at Stibnite Hill
After obtaining the necessary permits from the Department of Environmental Quality earlier this month, United States Antimony has initiated exploration and bulk sampling operations at Stibnite Hill, which is located adjacent to the company’s Thompson Falls, Mont., smelter. “Earlier this year, we began the process of acquiring mineral leases and actual real property purchases in and around the Stibnite Hill…
Read MoreMartin Engineering expands its ‘Go Pink!’ program
Martin Engineering has expanded its popular annual “Go Pink!” program to support the Susan G. Komen Foundation in its efforts to fund breast cancer education, screening, treatment and research worldwide. This deadly disease has touched many Martin employees and their families. More funding is needed to offer ongoing support to patients and discover a cure. October is Breast Cancer Awareness…
Read MoreEagle Summit Resources acquires Reflectance Energy
Privately held Kentucky-based coal miner Eagle Summit Resources has purchased West Virginia mine owner Reflectance Energy for an undisclosed sum. The Reflectance coal mining complex will now operate under its new ownership as Eagle Mountain Energy. Reflectance is a portfolio of active metallurgical coal-producing mines in Wyoming County, W.Va., including the Coal Mountain complex and adjacent mining operations. Within the…
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