Mine Safety LLC, a company that promotes mining safety through high-quality software tools and solutions, has launched “Mine Lookup,” an application to analyze Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) data in various ways. “I have been in the industry as a software engineer since 2007 and I have felt this information should be more accessible to miners and to mining…
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Dräger releases portable personal gas detector
Dräger has released the X-am 5800, which provides measurement options for several gases and can transfer data directly via Bluetooth. The portable multi-gas detector simultaneously measures up to six gases, depending on the sensors installed. It represents a new addition to the Dräger X-am series, which already includes the X-am 2800. The newly developed Catalytic Ex-Sensor (CatEx SR) is robust…
Read MoreNew Sandvik battery offers boosted BEV runtime
Sandvik has introduced a higher-capacity battery for its battery-electric vehicle (BEV) loaders and trucks that delivers 36% more energy in the same envelope and is ideal for underground mining. Featuring the same less volatile lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry ideal for underground mining, the new battery is a leap forward in safety, reliability and performance. In addition to 36% longer…
Read MoreSandvik launches AutoMine Flexible Safety
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is introducing AutoMine Flexible Safety Zone, a new feature for its AutoMine underground system for autonomous mining operations. The new capability is designed to improve productivity and increase flexibility by enabling alternating safety zone states between autonomous and manual operation. With the AutoMine Flexible Safety Zone, autonomous mining equipment can operate continuously in the automated…
Read MoreMichelin rolls out tire for largest wheel loader
Michelin is globally introducing the 70/70R57 MICHELIN X MINE L4** tire, its newest offer in earthmover tires for the Komatsu WE2350/P&H L2350 large wheel loader used in surface mining. The new release radial delivers improved mobility and productivity thanks to three times the tramming speed of the competitor tire. It also does not require chain fitments on the rear axle…
Read MoreRajant’s Sparrow BreadCrumb takes flight
Last month, Rajant debuted its Sparrow BreadCrumb for heavy-duty machinery and light-duty vehicle applications at the Astana Mining & Metallurgy Congress in Kazakhstan. The new release, ideal for non-autonomous teleremote mining and construction applications, is the latest portable wireless radio within its portfolio of industrial Kinetic Mesh nodes. The IP67 radio has dual 2X2 MIMO transceivers and four antennas with…
Read MoreAustin Powder develops lead-free primary explosive
Cleveland, Ohio-based industrial explosives and engineered blasting solutions supplier Austin Powder has developed a lead-free alternative for detonators. The company said it is taking the lead in the explosives industry by developing lead-free primary explosive detonators before regulators mandate the change. Austin Powder started looking for a lead-free alternative to Lead Azide back in 2007 at its detonator facility, Austin…
Read MoreMicromine unveils 2023.5 with new features
Micromine has reaffirmed its dedication to innovation and industry leadership with the launch of Micromine 2023.5. The mid-year release, comprising new features and enhancements to Micromine’s entire suite of products, underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to providing mining professionals with cutting-edge solutions that drive productivity and efficiency. Some key highlights of this release include: Micromine Alastri and Micromine Spry introduce…
Read MoreMaptek gives sight to underground miners
Australian-based Maptek has launched VisionV2X: a reliable, underground safety detection system aligned with global safety guidelines. “The Maptek proximity awareness system has underground safety as the key objective. It can be fitted to any vehicle across a mixed manufacturer fleet that is commonly deployed in underground mines,” said Maptek CEO Eduardo Coloma. At the heart of VisionV2X is a simple,…
Read MoreU.S. Tsubaki launches Dura Drum sprockets
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission has added to its product range with the Dura Drum sprocket, designed to reduce downtime, increase savings and provide greater reliability for conveyor systems. The new release is available as a full-faced or A-plate drum sprocket, and promises to help keep heavy-duty operations running efficiently and profitably. “Dura Drum broadens U.S. Tsubaki’s industry-leading portfolio, offering every…
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