As the mining industry moves toward net-zero operations, electrification will play a crucial role in shaping the future of underground mining. North American Mining spoke to several companies whose pioneering electric load and haul solutions are driving the industry toward a cleaner, safer tomorrow. by Jonathan Rowland The shift from diesel-powered to battery-electric LHDs promises significant environmental, social and economic…
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ABB has introduced GMD Copilot, an AI-powered digital assistant designed to optimize the operation and maintenance of gearless mill drives (GMDs). GMD Copilot offers users immediate, context-specific information, providing a complete overview of the system intended to improve the decision-making of GMD operation and maintenance. Grinding mills crush ore, separating the valuable mineral from the waste rock. By eliminating all…
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Global supplier ABB has introduced GMD Copilot, an AI-powered digital assistant designed to optimize the operation and maintenance of gearless mill drives (GMDs). GMD Copilot offers users immediate, context-specific information, instantly providing a complete overview of the system intended to improve the decision-making of GMD operation and maintenance. Grinding mills crush ore, separating the valuable mineral from the waste rock.…
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ABB showcased its lineup of industrial electric motor solutions for the mining industry’s demands during last month’s MINEXCHANGE in Denver. Designed for reliability, efficiency and long-term performance, ABB’s motors help operations reduce total life cycle costs while enhancing system productivity. Motor solutions featured at the event included: ABB said its motors exceed industry standards for efficiency, durability and performance, powering…
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New findings suggest strong near-term investment interest in mine electrification among North American companies. By Sachin Jari Several months ago, I attended my fourth MINExpo International and couldn’t help but smile (somewhat righteously) at the overwhelming presence of attendees evaluating the latest ideas and concepts for mine and fleet decarbonization via electrification. While the focus was on mining (we all…
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ABB and Komatsu have signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement to collaborate on the development of integrated solutions that will help bring net-zero emissions for heavy industrial machinery a step closer to reality. The collaboration brings two global leaders together to share industry expertise and products in a bid to create world-class solutions, ranging from renewable energy generation to fully electrified…
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ABB is equipping the next generation of professionals for advanced technology manufacturing by partnering with Arkansas Tech University’s Ozark campus to launch a career-readiness program. This collaborative workforce development initiative will offer a curriculum focused on automation technology, air conditioning and refrigeration. ABB’s Ozark motor manufacturing facility, the region’s third-largest employer with more than 250 employees, is a leading economic…
Read MoreABB, says it has set a new benchmark for uptime, reliability and safety in the mining and aggregate industries with the launch of the ABB NEMA Motors DP200 Crush+ severe-duty motor. ABB launched Crush+ during MINExpo on Sept. 24. Designed to excel in the harshest environments, this advanced motor solution raises the standard for performance and durability in crushers and…
Read MoreAt MINExpo 2024, ABB will showcase a new technology demonstrator developed to enable safe and efficient, high-power charging in the journey towards the all-electric mine of the future. eMine™ Robot Automated Connection Device (ACD) is designed to work in tandem with the ABB eMine FastCharge solution, allowing further interoperability and synergy of connections and interfaces in electric mining trucks. As…
Read MoreIPS, which specializes in the servicing, engineering and remanufacturing of electrical, mechanical, and power management assets, has agreed to acquire assets of ABB’s Industrial Services business. The business includes a U.S. and Canadian service shop network with locations in Tucson, Ariz.; Evansville, Ind.; Charlotte, N.C.; Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; and Burlington, Ontario, Canada, employing 114 talented employees. The transaction is expected…
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