Information from intelligent wired and wireless instruments, and other field devices, can help plant personnel optimize operations. by Sharon McCurdy and Victor Mwaba The metals and mining industry is a key player in the global energy transition since it provides many of the raw materials needed for critical components, such as batteries, wind turbine blades, and others. These materials must…
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Eriez has announced the expansion of its extensive B-series line of heavy-duty electromagnetic vibratory feeders with four all-new B-HC high-capacity models. Boasting nearly 70-100% greater capacity than previous models, these feeders offer the widest capacity range in the industry, capable of delivering controlled amounts from just a few pounds to 1,200 tons (1,089 metric tons) of bulk material per hour…
Read MoreBelt conveyor and bulk material flow technology company Martin Engineering will feature six new product designs in its booth at MINExpo 2024 in Las Vegas. Martin invites attendees to stop by booth 4315, right by the entrance to the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Coming directly from the company’s Center for Innovation, these heavy-duty (HD) and extra-heavy…
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule from its Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to help protect miners from accidents, injuries and fatalities related to surface mobile equipment. The rule requires mine operators to have written safety programs for surface mobile equipment – excluding belt conveyors – at surface mines and underground mines’ surface areas. The programs…
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The U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has issued a safety alert for miners working near belt conveyors after recording eight conveyor-related fatalities at U.S. mines since Jan. 26, 2017.
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