MSHA reported that on July 17, a miner at Holcim’s Swampscott Quarry, Essex County, Mass., died while performing repairs on a gyratory crusher. When a component was being suspended by a crane, a lifting eye welded to the component broke free striking the miner. This is the 25th fatality reported in 2023, and the 11th classified as “Machinery.” MSHA recommends the following best practices to avoid…
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American Resources to sell non-core Deane Mining assets
Central Appalachian-focused American Resources said its American Carbon subsidiary has entered into a binding letter of intent to sell certain assets associated with the Deane Mining complex in eastern Kentucky for $20.6 million. The sale “will further position American Carbon as a low-cost, streamlined, and pure play growth platform in the metallurgical carbon industry,” said Mark Jensen, CEO of American…
Read MorePPI acquires Van Gorp
Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI) said it has acquired Van Gorp Corp., based in Pella, Iowa. In business for more than 90 years, Van Gorp has become a “well-respected manufacturer of conveyor components.”
Read MoreFranklin Electric marks 10 years
Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Franklin Electric recently marked the 10th anniversary of its global corporate headquarters.
Read MoreJune MSHA impact inspections yield 242 violations
The U.S. Department of Labor said impact inspections completed at 18 mines in 12 states in June by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) resulted in 242 violations.
Read MoreTeck mulling over offers for coal business
Canadian-based Teck Resources said it is still evaluating offers for its steelmaking coal operations as the miner seeks to separate its coal and base metals businesses, reported Bloomberg.
Read MoreSchlam selects Singh
Schlam has announced the appointment of Sudhanshu Singh to the position of President – Americas. Singh, who will also be a director and senior company officer of the Schlam Americas Company, will lead its growth strategy in the Americas region from Schlam’s Americas headquarters in Tucson, Ariz. He will report to Schlam chair and group CEO David Haslett. He will…
Read MoreNewmont moves closer to finalizing Newcrest takeover
U.S.-based Newmont said that the Canadian Competition Bureau issued a “no action” letter clearing its previously announced acquisition of Newcrest Mining under Canadian competition law as the miner progresses toward receiving regulatory approvals in other jurisdictions for a fourth-quarter closing. On May 14, Newmont announced a definitive agreement to acquire Newcrest for $17.4 billion. The deal creates a world-class portfolio…
Read MoreMSHA issues heat stress reminder
The U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration has issued an urgent reminder for mines and miners in regards to heat stress on the job, as well as ways to treat it when it does occur. “Mining in hot work areas during summer can cause serious health issues for miners,” the agency said. “Everyone needs to recognize the hazards of heat…
Read MoreFenner Dunlop opens Phoenix distribution center
Fenner Dunlop has opened a new conveyor belting distribution center in Phoenix, Ariz., to support the rapid growth of the western U.S. markets. It will offer valued customers immediate access to premium conveyor belting to meet the needs of their critical bulk material handling applications. The more than 15,000-sq.-ft., climate-controlled facility will be fully stocked with heavy duty conveyor belting…
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